Microneedling is a minimally invasive skin treatment that uses ultra-fine needles to create tiny micro-channels in the skin. This stimulates your body’s natural healing response, boosting collagen and elastin production for smoother, firmer, healthier-looking skin.

At Lashes and Esthetics by Audra, I use the Rejuvapen NXT® device paired with the TruVertical™ microneedling protocol.

TruVertical™ means the needles enter and exit the skin in a precise, vertical motion, rather than dragging or tearing across the surface. This creates clean, controlled micro-channels in the skin, allowing for:

1. More consistent collagen stimulation
2. Less surface trauma and inflammation
3. Faster healing and reduced downtime
4. Improved comfort during treatment
5. Safer outcomes across all skin tones

This advanced technique allows us to deliver powerful skin rejuvenation with a gentler, more refined experience and more predictable results.

Microneedling can improve:

1. Fine lines and wrinkles
2. Acne scarring and textural scars
3. Uneven skin tone and pigmentation
4. Enlarged pores
5. Dull, tired skin
6. Sun damage
7. Stretch marks (in some cases)
8. Overall skin firmness and glow

*This treatment is not only for the face and can be performed anywhere on the body

The controlled micro-injuries trigger your skin’s repair process. This leads to new collagen formation and improved cell turnover, resulting in smoother, thicker, more resilient skin over time.

Yes — when performed by a trained professional using sterile equipment and proper protocols. It’s considered a very safe treatment with minimal downtime when aftercare is followed correctly.

You’ll often notice a glow within a few days, but true collagen remodeling happens gradually over 4–12 weeks. Results continue improving over time and each treatment improves on the last.

Most people benefit from a series of 3–6 treatments spaced about 4–6 weeks apart for optimal results.

Expect redness (like a sunburn) for 12–48 hours. Then, possible mild swelling, flaking or dryness as the skin heals.

I recommend waiting 24-48 hours before applying any type of make up. You will be provided a Recovery Kit that includes products to use over the next 7 days.

Avoid retinol, exfoliants, sun exposure, and blood-thinning medications for several days prior. We will discuss this further during your consultation.

For 24–72 hours avoid:

1. Sun exposure
2. Swimming/ Saunas/ Hot Tubs 
3. Heavy sweating/exercise
4. Makeup (for 24 hrs)
5. Active skincare (retinol, acids, vitamin C initially)

Most clients describe it as very tolerable. A topical numbing cream is applied beforehand, and because TruVertical™ causes less surface trauma, many clients find it more comfortable than traditional microneedling. That being said, some treatment areas can be a little more sensitive than others. The Forehead, orbital bone, and around the lips have a little more spice.