Medical microneedling with Silan at the Harvey Centre, Harlow, for texture, fine lines and the look of acne scarring. £110 for the face, or £285 for a course of three.
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What it is, what it costs and whether it suits you.
| Treatment | Price |
|---|---|
| Medical microneedling, face | £110 |
| Medical microneedling, face and neck | £140 |
| Medical microneedling, course of 3, face Save £45 | £285 |
Medical microneedling uses a pen-shaped device with fine needles to make thousands of tiny, controlled channels in the skin. The skin treats each channel as a small injury and starts its own repair process. Over the following weeks, that repair can leave skin looking smoother and more even. At Maison Aesthetics, Silan does every microneedling treatment, from £110 for the face.
"Medical" refers to the depth and the setting. A trained practitioner sets the needle depth for each area of your face, after a consultation, in a clinic. That's a different treatment from a home derma roller.
Clients book microneedling for uneven texture, enlarged-looking pores, fine lines, and the marks left by old acne. It works on the surface quality of the skin. It won't lift sagging skin, add volume or remove deep wrinkles, and Silan will say so if what bothers you needs a different treatment.
Results build slowly and vary from person to person. Some clients notice brighter, smoother skin after one session. Changes to scarring take longer and usually need a course. Deep, pitted scars may soften without disappearing.
If dull or dehydrated skin is your main concern, a Profhilo skin booster or mesotherapy may suit you better. If you'd like to combine needling with your own plasma, ask about PRP skin on the skin treatments page.
Book a course of three if you're treating scarring or texture. Most of the change comes over several sessions spaced a few weeks apart, and the course costs £285 for the face instead of £330 for three single sessions. A single session at £110 suits a first try or a refresh between courses.
Face and neck together costs £140 a session. The neck often shows texture and fine lines before the face does, and the two can be treated in one appointment. Courses are paid in advance.
Microneedling isn't suitable over active acne, cold sores, eczema, psoriasis or broken skin, or during pregnancy. Some medicines rule it out for a while, including isotretinoin for acne and blood thinners. If you tan easily or have a history of dark marks after spots or grazes, Silan may suggest a gentler plan.
All of this comes up at your free consultation. Tell Silan about every medicine and supplement you take, including anything bought over the counter.
What happens before your first treatment.
Stop retinol, retinoids, exfoliating acids and scrubs for about five days before your appointment, and avoid sunbeds and strong sun for two weeks. Don't book waxing, threading or laser on your face in the week before. Come with a clean face, without make-up.
If you're prone to cold sores, tell Silan in advance. Needling near the mouth can trigger one.
Book your first session at least two weeks before any event where you want your skin to look its best. That leaves time for redness to settle.
Your first appointment is a free consultation. You agree the plan and the price before any treatment. Book it online.
Unit 56, 1st Floor, The Harvey Centre, Harlow, Essex, CM20 1XR. Monday to Saturday 9:30 to 18:00, Sunday 9:30 to 16:00.
The appointment itself.
Silan cleanses your skin and may apply a numbing cream, which needs some time to work. Then the device passes over each area of your face in sections, with depths set for the forehead, cheeks and around the mouth. A serum lets the device glide. Silan finishes with a calming product and sun protection.
Most people describe the feeling as light scratching or vibration. Bony areas such as the forehead and jawline feel stronger than the cheeks. Allow about an hour for the whole appointment, including time for numbing cream.
Your face will look pink or red when you leave, a bit like mild sunburn. Plan a quiet evening.
Founder & Aesthetic Practitioner
Filler qualification from London Aesthetics Academy. VTCT and Ofqual-regulated qualifications. HD Brows artist. PhiBrows artist (microblading). Insured by Salon Services 4 U. 7+ years of experience.
Treats: Fillers, skin boosters, microneedling, laser hair removal, HD Brows, microblading and brow treatments.
About SilanLooking after your skin in the days that follow.
For the first 24 hours, keep your skin clean, skip make-up, and avoid exercise, saunas, swimming and alcohol. Use only a gentle cleanser and the products Silan recommends. Redness usually fades within one to two days, and your skin may feel tight or flaky for a few days after that.
For the week that follows:
Call the clinic if redness lasts longer than a few days, or if you notice spots, swelling or signs of infection.
What to expect, and for how long.
Your skin may look brighter within a week, once the redness has gone. Changes in texture and scarring come gradually over the weeks after each session, as the skin repairs, and usually show most a few months after a course. Results vary, and some people see less change than others.
Sessions in a course are usually spaced four to six weeks apart, and Silan will suggest a gap for your skin. After a course, many clients book a single session every few months to keep their skin in good condition. Wearing SPF every day makes the biggest difference to how long results last.