How SkinPen® Microneedling Treats Stretch Marks

Stretch marks are often associated with pregnancy, but these indented scars can develop for several reasons, and anyone can get them. Appearing as long grooves or rippled marks, stretch marks develop when your skin stretches and shrinks in a short period. 

The abrupt stretching and subsequent shrinking of skin damages the collagen and elastin proteins that give skin its bouncy, stretchy, and smooth properties. As your skin tries to repair itself, stretch marks appear. 

One of the most common causes of stretch marks is pregnancy, but rapid weight gain or loss, growth spurts, bodybuilding, or a family history of stretch marks can also raise your risk.

In some cases, stretch marks fade completely, but that’s not guaranteed. So, if you want to erase your stretch marks, Maria Cole, APRN, FNP-C, and the team at Enrich Health and Wellness in Boerne, Texas, have you covered.

We offer SkinPen® microneedling to fade stretch marks and smooth your skin. Here’s how microneedling works and what to expect from your session.

What’s microneedling?

Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that uses a device with tiny needles to create microscopic holes in your skin. Your body recognizes these holes as wounds, triggering the production of more collagen and elastin to repair them. 

This cosmetic procedure, also known as collagen induction therapy, effectively smooths out uneven skin texture concerns such as stretch marks. 

Using SkinPen, the leading microneedling device, allows us to be precise and reach areas that otherwise couldn’t be treated. 

What to expect during your microneedling session

Before the procedure, our team sits down with you to ensure microneedling is a good fit. You may not be a candidate if you have a weakened immune system or skin cancer in the desired treatment area. 

You also may need to delay microneedling if you’re having an active acne breakout or are severely sunburned. 

If you do qualify for microneedling, we can schedule your first session. On the day of your procedure, we start by applying an anesthetic to keep you comfortable and a gel that helps the SkinPen work more effectively. 

Once your session is over, you can return to all normal activities immediately. You shouldn’t experience pain but may have minor redness or swelling at the treatment site for a few days. 

For best results, you should come in for 3-6 sessions. Your skin gets smoother and firmer as collagen production continues to ramp up. To preserve the effects of microneedling, keep your skin moisturized and always wear sunscreen. 

To learn more about how SkinPen microneedling can erase stretch marks and provide you with your best skin yet, schedule an appointment today by calling our office at 830-240-2540, or use our online booking feature.