Dermapen Skin Needling for Smoother, Healthier Skin

Microneedling that stimulates your skin to rebuild itself - smoother texture, faded scars, and renewed collagen from within

If you’re dealing with acne scars, stretch marks, fine lines, or pigmentation that won’t shift with topical products alone, skin needling works at the level where real change happens – beneath the surface.

Dermapen uses ultra-fine, sterile needles to create controlled micro-injuries in your skin. This triggers your body’s natural repair response, stimulating fresh collagen and elastin production. It’s collagen induction therapy that rebuilds skin structure from within.

The result is smoother texture, faded scarring, improved firmness, and overall healthier skin. It’s one of our most results-driven treatments, and clients are often surprised by how manageable it feels and how quickly they start seeing improvement. We use the Dermapen 4, which allows us to adjust needle depth precisely across different areas of your face and body.

Every treatment is customised to what your skin needs.

Who’s it for

Dermapen works well if you’re dealing with:

Acne scarring or stretch marks

Stimulates new collagen to plump and smooth indented scars

Congested acne

Helps oxygenate and clear blocked pores (best for bumps beneath the skin; not suitable for active cystic or nodular acne)

Signs of aging

Softens fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness by boosting collagen and elastin

Pigmentation

Gradually breaks up damaged cells and replaces them with fresh, even-toned skin

Uneven texture

Refines rough or bumpy skin for smoother overall appearance

How it works

Dermapen creates thousands of controlled micro-channels in your skin using fine needles. This controlled injury kicks off your body’s healing response, which includes:

The Dermapen 4 lets us adjust needle depth across different areas – shallower over delicate zones, deeper where you need more intensive work. This customisation means better results with less discomfort.

Think of it as reminding your skin how to repair and regenerate itself properly.

Depending on your concerns and goals, we can combine skin needling with:

What to expect

How it feels

Despite the name, most people find it much more comfortable than expected. It feels similar to a stronger microdermabrasion. Noticeable over bony areas but tolerable and quick.

The actual needling takes 5-10 minutes. You’ll feel the device moving across your skin, but it’s manageable and over quite quickly.

How your skin will look after

Your skin will look pink to red immediately after treatment, similar to mild sunburn. This usually fades within 24-48 hours, sometimes that same evening or sometimes by the next morning.

Over the next few days, you might experience light flaking, dryness, or slight roughness as your skin renews itself. Some people also get minor breakouts as congestion clears (this is normal).

You’ll start seeing and feeling real improvement 7-10 days after treatment. Results continue building over the following weeks as collagen production ramps up.

Treatment overview

Course: Minimum of 6 sessions typically recommended depending on the severity of the skin condition; Recommended to have every 4-6 weeks. Treatment time: 45 minutes (needling itself takes 5-10 minutes)
Recovery time: Minimal. Expect 24-48 hours of pinkness, similar to mild sunburn
Results: Early changes appear within 7-10 days; best results build gradually over a series of treatments
Customisation: Needle depth, serums, and upgrades (LED, peels, mesotherapy) tailored to your skin goals

Dermapen Treatment Levels

We offer five levels of skin needling treatment, each building on the last with additional modalities for enhanced results.

Standard

Perfect for first-timers

Includes cleanse, Dermapen treatment with DP Dermaceuticals Meso-Glide serums, HylaFuse mask to reduce redness and rehydrate, plus your choice of hand/arm, foot, or scalp massage and neck/shoulder massage.

Bronze

Skin Needling + Uber Pro Peel

Best for pigmented or breakout-prone skin. Combines needling with DP Dermaceuticals Uber Pro Peel for next-level skin regeneration and renewal. Boosts smoothness, brightness, and vitality. Includes massage.

Silver

Skin Needling + Mesotherapy or LED

Combines needling with DP Dermaceuticals Uber Pro Peel for next-level skin regeneration and renewal. Boosts smoothness, brightness, and vitality. Includes massage.

Gold

Skin Needling + Mesotherapy + LED

Diamond

Skin Needling + LED + Uber Pro Peel + Mesotherapy

For anyone dedicated to achieving ultimate results. This high-performance treatment targets specific skin layers with LED (performed before needling to boost collagen/elastin and kill bacteria), customised mesotherapy during needling for deep active penetration, and Uber Pro Peel to blast away pigmentation and dead skin buildup. Finished with a hydrating mask and full massage. including décolletage.

Why choose us.

Chantal Louise Skin started because of her own personal struggle with acne, Chantal has undertaken extensive research and training to clear her own skin which she now shares with her highly trained team to help clients just like you.

Every week the team at CL Skin undergo training to upskill and improve their knowledge so that we can deliver the best service and results to our clients. Dermapen Skin Needling is one of the best devices on the market which enables our therapists to easily deliver the results our clients desire.

And just so you know, Dermapen skin needling is one of our top three most popular treatments, so you can feel completely confident that you’re in safe, experienced hands with us.

Read Chantal’s story here

FAQ's

How many sessions will I need?

Depends on what you’re treating and how severe it is. Minimum 6-10 sessions for scarring, aging or pigment concerns. Mild scarring, congestion or texture concerns might see results in 3-4 sessions. Your therapist will assess during consultation and create a treatment plan.

Does it hurt?

Most people find it tolerable. It’s slightly uncomfortable but manageable, especially since the needling only lasts 5-10 minutes. Bony areas feel it more. If you’re experiencing pain, let your therapist know and we’ll adjust.

Is skin needling safe?

Yes. We use the state-of-the-art Dermapen 4 in a clean clinical environment, and all therapists are fully trained. The device uses sterile, single-use needle cartridges.

What preparation do I need?

You’ll need a thorough consultation first. Before starting, we prefer clients use advanced cosmeceutical-grade skincare for 2-4 weeks to prep the skin. You’ll also need to take vitamins A, B, and C before treatment and use high-quality SPF daily.

How long does a session take?

The needling itself is 5-10 minutes. The full appointment runs for a minimum 45 minutes including prep, treatment, mask, and aftercare discussion.

Can I combine this with other treatments?

Absolutely. That’s why we offer the tiered packages. Combining needling with LED, mesotherapy, or peels delivers better results than just your standard needling alone. Your therapist will recommend the best combination for your goals.

What should I avoid after the treatment?

Skip active ingredients (retinol, acids, vitamin C) for 3 days. Avoid direct sun, heavy exercise, swimming, saunas, and hot showers for 24-48 hours. Keep skin clean and moisturised, and wear SPF 50+ daily. Your therapist will give you detailed aftercare instructions.

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