Microneedling.
A skin treatment that works with your body's own repair process. Microneedling encourages new collagen, helping skin look smoother, firmer and more even over the weeks that follow.
Helping your skin renew itself.
As a registered midwife, with 19 of those as a specialist midwife sonographer. I know skin and facial anatomy in detail, and I take the same care over every treatment.
Microneedling uses a medical-grade device with very fine needles to create tiny, controlled channels in the skin. Your skin responds by starting its natural repair process, producing fresh collagen and elastin as it heals.
Collagen is what keeps skin smooth, firm and resilient, and we make less of it as we age. Microneedling gives that process a nudge. Nothing is added to your face and your features don't change. Over a course of treatments, skin texture, fine lines and pores can look visibly improved.
The depth of treatment is adjusted for each area of your face, so delicate areas are treated gently and areas that need more work get it.
At your free consultation, we talk about your skin, what you would like to change and your medical history. If microneedling isn't the right choice for you, I will tell you, and suggest what might suit you better.
Treatments take place in a calm, private room at ShoreRooms in Shoreham-by-Sea, a few minutes from Brighton and Worthing.
For skin that needs a reset.
Microneedling suits adults who want to improve the texture and quality of their skin, with gradual, natural-looking results.
Uneven or rough texture
Skin that looks or feels less smooth than it used to.
Enlarged-looking pores
Pores that look more noticeable, often around the nose and cheeks.
Fine lines
Early lines and creasing that soften as the skin firms.
Mild acne scarring
Shallow scarring left behind after breakouts.
Dull, tired-looking skin
Skin that has lost its brightness and looks lacklustre.
Early loss of firmness
Skin that is starting to lose some of its bounce.
Often a good fit if you…
- want smoother, healthier-looking skin without changing your features
- would prefer a treatment that works with your own skin
- are happy with gradual results that build over a few months
- can plan around a day or two of pinkness after each session
Results that build over months.
New collagen takes time to form. This is a guide to how most people's skin changes after a session.
Skin looks pink, a little like mild sunburn, and may feel warm and tight. This usually settles within one to three days.
Some light dryness or flaking is normal as the surface renews. Many people notice a fresher, brighter look.
New collagen is forming beneath the surface. This is when your next session in the course is usually booked.
Results keep developing for around three months after your final session, with smoother texture and firmer-looking skin.
Results vary from person to person and depend on your skin, age and lifestyle. Most people need a course of treatments to see the best results, and maintenance sessions help keep them going.
From first conversation to smoother skin.
A conversation first
We talk about your skin, your goals and your medical history, and check microneedling is right for you. Always free.
Want a closer look first? Our Canta Visage Pro face analysis (£50) assesses texture, pores, fine lines, elasticity and pigmentation, and you receive a personal skin report with suggested treatments. The £50 comes off whichever suggested treatment you book within 14 days.
Your first session
Numbing cream first, then the treatment itself, with the depth set for each area. Most appointments take around an hour.
Building results
Three sessions, four to six weeks apart, as your skin produces new collagen.
Review & maintenance
We review your skin after your course and plan top-up sessions, usually once or twice a year, to keep results going.
Microneedling prices.
Every microneedling course starts with a free consultation. If you would like a detailed look at your skin first, you can book a face analysis instead.
| Treatment | Single | Course |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation For any treatment | Free | |
| Face analysis Optional. Canta Visage Pro imaging, plus your emailed skin report with suggested treatments. Taken off any treatment booked within 14 days | £50 | |
| Microneedling Full face, including numbing | £160 | £450 Course of 3 |
Course prices are paid at the start of your course. Your consultation is free, and I will confirm how many sessions I recommend before you book anything.
Before, during and after.
Before
- Come to your free consultation first, so we can check the treatment is right for you
- Let me know about any medication, supplements, skin conditions or recent treatments
- Pause retinol, exfoliating acids and other strong active skincare for 3 to 5 days beforehand
- Avoid strong sun, sunbeds and fake tan for two weeks before
- If you have a cold sore or a breakout in the area, let me know, as we may need to rebook
- Come without make-up if possible
During
- Your skin is cleansed and numbing cream is applied for around 20 to 30 minutes
- A hydrating serum is applied and the device is passed over the skin, section by section
- The depth is adjusted for each area of your face
- Most people feel a light vibration or scratching sensation; numbing cream keeps it comfortable
- A soothing serum is applied to finish
After
- Your skin will look pink, similar to mild sunburn, usually settling within one to three days
- Some tightness, dryness or light flaking over the first week is normal; don't pick or scrub
- Avoid make-up for 24 hours, and use only the products I recommend for the first few days
- Keep your skincare gentle for 3 to 5 days, pausing retinol, exfoliating acids and vitamin C
- Avoid strenuous exercise, swimming, saunas, steam rooms and hot tubs for 48 hours
- Wear SPF 30 to 50 every day, and avoid strong sun and sunbeds for at least two weeks
- Wait two weeks before other facial treatments, including skin boosters, peels and dermaplaning
- You go home with written aftercare and can contact me with any questions
Lindsay Grisbrook,
Aesthetic Midwife.
A registered midwife for 24 years and a specialist midwife sonographer for 19 of them. I founded The Scanning Room, a CQC-regulated ultrasound clinic, and I know skin and facial anatomy in detail.
I would rather recommend the right treatment than the most treatment. If your skin would respond better to something simpler, I will say so.
Right person. Right treatment. Right reason.
Frequently asked.
Does microneedling hurt?
Numbing cream is applied before treatment, so most people find it very manageable. You may feel a light vibration or scratching sensation, a little more over bonier areas such as the forehead and jawline. I set the depth for each area of your face, and we can pause whenever you need to.
Is there any downtime?
Expect your skin to look pink for one to three days, a little like mild sunburn, and possibly some dryness or flaking over the first week. Most people go back to work the next day. If you have an event coming up, book at least two weeks before.
When will I see results?
Some people notice a fresher, brighter look within a week or two. Collagen takes time to build, so the main results develop gradually over the course and for around three months after your final session.
How many sessions will I need?
A course of three sessions, four to six weeks apart, is usually recommended. Some skin concerns, such as scarring, may benefit from more. I will give you an honest recommendation at your consultation.
How long do results last?
The collagen you build is your own, but your skin keeps ageing naturally. Most people keep results going with a top-up session once or twice a year. We plan the timing together, based on how your skin responds.
Is microneedling the same as a derma roller?
No. Home rollers use short, fixed needles. In clinic, I use a medical-grade device with single-use sterile needle cartridges, and the depth is set and adjusted for each area of your face.
Can I combine microneedling with other treatments?
Often, yes, spaced at least two weeks apart. Microneedling can work well alongside skin boosters as part of a wider plan. A face analysis is a helpful starting point if you would like a plan that looks at your skin as a whole.
Do I need a face analysis first?
No. If you already know you would like microneedling, a free consultation is all you need. The face analysis is for people who would like a detailed look at their skin before deciding. The Canta Visage Pro photographs your skin under different light settings to show texture, pores, fine lines and pigmentation. Afterwards, you receive a personal skin report with suggested treatments, which may or may not include microneedling. The £50 comes off whichever treatment you book within 14 days, and you keep your report either way.
Is the consultation free?
Yes. Consultations are free for every treatment at The Barefaced Edit, with no pressure to book on the day.
Start with a free consultation.
An unhurried conversation about your skin and what you would like to change, with an honest recommendation. No pressure to book anything on the day.
BOOK FREE CONSULTATIONNot sure what your skin needs? Start with a face analysis: £50, taken off your treatment if you book within 14 days.
Book your treatment.
Continue your course or book your maintenance session.
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