After microneedling, you may notice mild redness and slight swelling, similar to a light sunburn. Following your aftercare instructions supports comfort as your skin gradually returns to its normal appearance.
Microneedling
Transform Your Skin With Microneedling
Have you ever considered a skin treatment that addresses multiple concerns in a single visit? If you notice fine lines, uneven tone, visible pores, or lingering acne marks, Microneedling in Fort Collins may be worth exploring. At Xanadu Med Spa in Fort Collins, CO, it is quiet and refined, with soft lighting, clean treatment rooms, and a calm, welcoming atmosphere that helps you feel at ease from the moment you arrive.
A microneedling treatment in Fort Collins, CO, is performed with a device that uses fine, sterile needles to create precise microchannels in the skin. This process supports your skin’s natural renewal response, which includes collagen and elastin production, helping improve overall texture and appearance over time.
Microneedling
Treatment Details
Is a Consultation Required?
Yes
Downtime
24 to 48 hours
Sessions Needed
1 to 3
Results Duration
Varies
What It Treats
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Fine lines and early wrinkles
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Skin laxity and loss of firmness
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Uneven skin texture
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Enlarged pores
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Acne scars and other textural scars
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Sun damage and pigmentation irregularities
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Dull or tired-looking skin
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Stretch marks (abdomen, thighs, breasts)
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Mild rosacea-related redness
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Crepey skin on the face, neck, and chest
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Aging changes from collagen loss
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Tone and texture issues after hormonal shifts
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Superficial scars or marks from previous procedures
Benefits of Microneedling
Continued Results
While you could see results immediately after treatment, your results will continue to develop in the following weeks.
Minimal Downtime
Of all the skin treatments we offer, microneedling offers the most benefits with the least downtime.
Fast and Effective
Not only can you achieve amazing skin results, but your microneedling appointment will take only about 30 minutes.
How It Works
As a minimally invasive skin-rejuvenation technique, microneedling creates precise microchannels in the epidermis. At Xanadu Med Spa in Fort Collins, CO, treatments are performed with advanced devices that create controlled micro-injuries to support the skin’s natural repair response, including the production of collagen and elastin.
As your skin forms new collagen, you may notice gradual changes in tone, texture, and overall clarity. Areas of uneven texture can appear smoother, and the skin often looks more refreshed over time. Because this process develops beneath the surface, results continue to evolve in the weeks following each session.
Each microneedling treatment is carefully tailored to your skin type, concerns, and goals, offering a thoughtful, individualized approach, whether you are addressing visible pores, uneven tone, or general skin maintenance.
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What to Expect
Your microneedling experience at Xanadu Med Spa is designed to be comfortable, efficient, and results-driven. Here’s exactly what you can expect at each step of the process:
1. Personalized Consultation
Your provider begins by evaluating your skin, discussing your goals, and recommending a treatment plan tailored to concerns such as fine lines, uneven texture, sun damage, or acne scars. This ensures your microneedling session is tailored precisely to your needs.
2. Gentle Cleansing & Numbing (If Needed)
Your skin is carefully cleansed to remove surface buildup, and a topical numbing cream may be applied for comfort. Most clients describe skin needling as a light, controlled sensation with minimal discomfort.
3. Your Microneedling Session
Using a professional, medical-grade device, your provider creates controlled microchannels across the treatment area to support the skin’s natural repair response, including the production of collagen and elastin. Face-only sessions typically take about 20 to 30 minutes, while areas such as the face, neck, and décolletage may take 30 to 45 minutes.
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Immediate After-Effects Your skin will appear slightly pink or flushed, similar to a mild sunburn. Some tightness or sensitivity is normal and usually subsides within 12–24 hours. Most clients return to normal activities the same day.
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3. Post-Care for Best Results To protect your fresh skin and maximize collagen production, your provider will guide you through simple after-care steps such as avoiding makeup for 12–24 hours, skipping workouts and heat exposure, and using gentle, hydrating products.
4. Gradual, Natural-Looking Results
You’ll notice improved glow and texture within a few days, with more dramatic changes developing as new collagen forms over the next 4–6 weeks. Many clients complete a series of 3–6 treatments for optimal transformation.
Pre-Treatment Instructions
Preparing your skin thoughtfully supports a smooth microneedling treatment experience at Xanadu Med Spa in Fort Collins and helps maintain skin balance before your visit.
Avoid Sun Exposure for 5–7 Days
Keep the treatment area protected from UV exposure. Avoid tanning beds and limit prolonged time outdoors. Apply SPF 30 or higher each day.
Review Medications and Supplements
Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, coconut oil, omega-3 supplements, ginseng, ginkgo, turmeric, curcumin, and St. John’s Wort for one week before unless otherwise directed by your provider.
Pause Active Skincare
Discontinue retinols, exfoliants, benzoyl peroxide, vitamin C, and similar active products for 3 to 5 days before your microneedling appointment unless advised differently.
Avoid Hair Removal Treatments
Do not wax, thread, or use depilatory creams for at least 5 to 7 days before treatment. Shaving is acceptable if done gently.
Limit Anti-Inflammatory Medications
If appropriate and approved by your provider, avoid NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or aspirin for 48 hours prior, as they may affect the skin’s natural response.
Avoid Alcohol for 24 Hours
Drinking alcohol can increase sensitivity and the likelihood of bruising, so it is best to avoid it the day before your visit.
Post-Treatment Instructions
Caring for your skin after microneedling at Xanadu Med Spa in Fort Collins, CO, supports a calm recovery and helps maintain skin comfort as it renews.
Avoid Touching the Skin
Keep the treated area free from contact for 24 hours. If contact is necessary, ensure fabrics are clean and soft.
Stay Out of Direct Sunlight
Limit sun exposure for about one week following your microneedling treatment. When outdoors, apply SPF 30 or higher to protect the skin.
Avoid Heat and Sweating for 24 to 48 Hours
Skip saunas, hot tubs, intense workouts, and hot showers. Cleanse with a gentle product and lukewarm water.
Expect Mild Redness
A light pink or flushed appearance, along with a feeling of warmth or tightness, is common for 24 to 48 hours after skin needling.
Pause Makeup Use
Allow your skin time to rest by avoiding makeup for 12 to 24 hours. Mineral makeup may be used after 24 hours if your skin feels comfortable.
Use Gentle, Hydrating Products
For the first 48 to 72 hours, focus on simple care, such as a mild cleanser, hydrating serums like hyaluronic acid, a fragrance-free moisturizer, and daily SPF, to support your skin after collagen induction therapy.
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About Xanadu
When Xanadu was first purchased in 2015, we were a relaxing med spa that offered a handful of injectables and laser hair removal. We quickly discovered that our clients were looking for more when it came to their beauty and health, and we took the opportunity to expand our skill set and add more technology to our services.
Now, Xanadu offers the largest selection of services not just in Fort Collins, CO, but in the North Denver Area, all to help our clients improve their lives and feel more confident every day.