How is RF microneedling different from microneedling?

Both prompt new collagen. RF microneedling adds radiofrequency energy at the tip of the needles, which works deeper for more tightening.

Texture and Pores at La Miel Aesthetics medical spa in Raleigh, NC.

Microneedling

Microneedling for Texture and Pores: Before and After

Microneedling improves texture, pores, and overall skin quality by prompting the skin to rebuild collagen.

Every result below was treated in our North Raleigh office.

Microneedling at La Miel

Treatment:
Microneedling
Treatment:
Microneedling
Treatment:
RF microneedling

Individual results vary. Photos show typical outcomes for the treatment shown, not a guarantee of your result.

Every photo is shared with the written consent of the patient. Thank you to each of them.

What causes rough texture and large pores?

Collagen breaks down with sun exposure and time, so the skin surface becomes less smooth and pores look larger. Oil, past breakouts, and genetics also play a part.

How microneedling improves texture

Microneedling creates controlled micro-channels that prompt the skin to rebuild collagen. RF microneedling adds radiofrequency energy for deeper tightening. Results build over a series of sessions.

Your microneedling timeline

Typical for a microneedling series. Your provider sets the number of sessions after seeing your skin.

Day 0
Treatment
Topical numbing first, then controlled micro-channels that prompt the skin to rebuild collagen.
First days
Recovery
Warmth, flushing, and some swelling, generally settling over the following days. Protect your skin from the sun.
Every 4 to 6 weeks
Next session
Most protocols are 3 to 6 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart.
Weeks to months
Results build
Collagen remodeling is gradual, so change shows over the weeks and months after treatment.