Microneedling helps reduce the appearance of acne scars by stimulating collagen production, which smooths skin texture and encourages healing over time.

Yes, microneedling can be safe for sensitive skin when performed by experienced dermatology professionals using medical-grade equipment tailored to your skin type.

Microneedling is less invasive than laser treatments, involves minimal downtime, and is generally better suited for darker skin tones or those prone to hyperpigmentation.

Yes, microneedling can minimize the appearance of enlarged pores by encouraging collagen production and thereby tightening the surrounding skin.

At-home rollers offer minimal results and carry higher risk of skin damage or infection. Professional microneedling delivers deeper, safer, and more visible outcomes.

Avoid sun exposure, retinoids, and anti-inflammatory medications (like ibuprofen) for 24–48 hours before treatment to minimize bruising, sensitivity and enhance results.

Absolutely. Microneedling promotes smoother skin by improving both texture and tone through the natural healing process and increased collagen formation.

Typically, treatments are spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart to give the skin ample time to heal and regenerate between sessions.

Clear Dermatology is a trusted provider of professional microneedling treatments in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, offering safe, effective care with proven results.

Microneedling can brighten the under-eye area and reduce the appearance of dark circles by stimulating new collagen and elastin. This thickens the skin to reduce the visibility of blood vessels and reduce the darkness under the eyes to give you a brighter look.

Absolutely! Microneedling is completely safe for treating dark circles and hollowing, especially when performed by a licensed professional, like our team at Clear Dermatology. You may have some swelling or bruising after treatment, but those side effects will subside relatively quickly.

Microneedling for dark circles can be easily combined with PRP or dermal fillers for more significant results. Whether this combination of treatments is right for you will depend on your unique concerns and the results you’re looking for. The fillers can address volume loss and fill in hollows, while PRP can boost collagen production and promote natural skin regeneration.

There is very little recovery time after microneedling for under-eye dark circles. After 24-48 hours, any swelling and redness will have subsided. Full healing time typically takes about a week, but it can take several more weeks to see results. You can typically go back to your normal activities immediately.

Some of the most common side effects of microneedling under the eyes include swelling, redness, tenderness, and bruising. You may also notice some flaking and itchiness. All these side effects are usually temporary.

After a series of microneedling treatments, you can expect the results to last for a year or more. It can depend on your age, skin type, and certain lifestyle habits. You will need maintenance treatments to keep up your results.

You should avoid wearing makeup for at least 48 hours after treatment to allow your skin to properly heal and reduce the risk of irritation or infection.

Typically, we recommend 3-6 microneedling sessions for dark under-eye circles. These sessions should be spaced several weeks apart. That said, the number of sessions you need will depend on your unique needs.

The causes of dark under-eye circles can vary. Some of the most common causes include genetics, allergies, fatigue, and sun exposure. By stimulating collagen and elastin production, microneedling thickens the skin to improve the skin tone and texture, reduce the visibility of blood vessels, and restore lost volume.

Almost all patients who are struggling with dark circles are good candidates for microneedling. That said, we recommend patients be in good overall health, have realistic expectations of treatment, not have any active skin infections, and not be pregnant or breastfeeding.

While each patient will have different results depending on their individual concerns, it is recommended to have a series of at least three treatments, spaced 4-6 weeks apart.

Most patients are very comfortable during the treatment. Prior to the treatment, a numbing cream is applied to the face which makes the procedure easy to tolerate.

The area treated will likely be very red, like a bad sunburn, for 2-3 days following your treatment. During this time, it is recommended that you use strict sun protection, and avoid any harsh products and make-up. Only gentle cleansers and moisturizers should be used while your skin heals. After the 2-3 days, your normal routine can be resumed, but any Vitamin C products should continue to be avoided until a week post-procedure.

Most patients notice an immediate “glow” to their skin. Visible changes to the skin develop over the course of the next several weeks as the new collagen begins to grow. Results continue to improve up to six months after treatment as collagen production continues.