What Microneedling Really Does to Your Skin
Microneedling changes how your skin behaves
You’ve seen the glowing skin, the smooth texture, the before-and-after photos but you may be wondering what actually happens underneath your skin during microneedling?
People love the treatment because it delivers results without fillers, injectables or long downtime. But the real magic happens in the weeks after the appointment, long after you’ve left the salon.
Here’s the simple version of the science explaining the truth behind why microneedling works.
Your Skin’s Wake-Up Call
Micro needling creates tiny micro-channels on the skin. They’re so small you won’t see them — but your skin notices. It responds the same way it would to a small scrape or scratch:
“Time to heal.”
This moment is important.
It triggers the cascade you came for:
• Fresher skin
• Smoother texture
• Softer marks
• More collagen
Your skin starts to behave like younger skin again — stronger, clearer, more even.
Adding Exosomes: The Boost
Miah’s Aesthetics often pairs microneedling with exosomes.
Think of exosomes as tiny messengers.
They tell the skin:
“Repair faster. Repair better.”
They help with:
• Healing
• Redness reduction
• Brightness
• Evenness
• Smoother texture
When microneedling opens the channels, exosomes step in and guide the repair process.
Your skin receives everything it needs to rebuild in a healthier, more organised way.
It’s a beautiful combination.
Microneedling Stages
The First 48 Hours: Calm Repair
Straight after treatment, the skin feels warm, tight, and a little pink.
Not painful.
Just active.
Your body is sending fresh blood flow to the area — delivering oxygen, nutrients and growth factors.
This is the foundation for everything that comes next.
Week 1–4: Collagen Begins
This stage happens quietly.
You won’t feel anything dramatic, but your skin is working hard underneath:
• Collagen fibres form
• Elastin strengthens
• Texture begins to smooth
• Scars soften
• Pores look tighter
• Tone starts to even out
Clients often say their skin feels softer before it even looks different.
That’s your early sign that the process has started.
Weeks 4–12: The Real Transformation
Microneedling is not a “day after” treatment.
It’s a slow, steady reshaping of the skin.
During this stage, collagen fibres reorganise and strengthen.
This is when you see the changes people talk about:
• Acne scars soften
• Uneven texture looks smoother
• Fine lines soften
• Old marks fade
• Skin looks healthier without makeup
The results build gradually instead of appearing suddenly.
Why People Choose Microneedling
Because it feels natural
Because it doesn’t rely on hiding flaws
Because it helps your skin repair itself
It’s ideal if you want:
• A natural approach
• Improvements you can feel and see
• Reduced scarring
• A smoother base for makeup
• Brighter, more even skin
• Minimal downtime
It’s a treatment for people who want better skin from the inside out as opposed to a quick cover-up.
FAQs
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Most people describe it as prickly but comfortable. Numbing cream can be used.
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Usually a few hours. Sometimes until the next morning.
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Yes — especially paired with exosomes.
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Softness within days. Structural changes over 4–8 weeks.
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3–6, depending on your skin goals.
