No matter how hard you try, you can’t avoid the effects of aging forever. You also don’t have to accept lines, wrinkles, sagging skin, or scarring as part of your inevitable future. We offer many great treatment options to address these common skin concerns.
One of these options is microneedling (SkinPen or Secret RF) with platelet-rich plasma (PRP). At Columbia Laser Skin Center, we provide PRP enhancements with microneedling to naturally boost collagen production and support visible skin rejuvenation.
If you haven’t yet heard about it, you could be missing out on an ideal solution to improve the appearance of lines, wrinkles, sagging skin and even acne-scarred skin. Here is why microneedling with PRP is one the hottest treatments for naturally rejuvenating your skin.
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that minimizes the signs of aging and improves the tone and texture of your skin.
During a microneedling treatment, your provider uses the SkinPen or Secret RF that contains a collection of tiny needles. As the needles move over your skin, they create tiny channels in the surface. Your body attempts to heal these microinjuries by producing new collagen to repair these channels.
Microneedling is a collagen-inducing treatment that is perfect for prejuvenation – whether you are just starting to see the early signs of aging. Microneedling with PRP is also the perfect treatment to treat signs of aging and scars. Microneedling by itself is a wonderful way to rejuvenate your skin from the inner layers outward. When microneedling is combined with platelet-rich plasma (PRP), the results are even more dramatic and fast!
PRP therapy is one of the hottest treatments available for both prejuvenation and rejuvenation. The platelets from your own blood contain a wealth of proteins, or growth factors, that stimulate healing and generate new, healthy tissue.
With PRP, you may reap the benefits of tighter, smoother skin even faster than with microneedling alone. Since your skin is full of tiny channels immediately following a treatment, it’s the optimal time to apply PRP to your skin’s surface. The platelet-rich plasma easily absorbs into the deeper layers of tissue, giving collagen production a HUGE boost.
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PRP microneedling is a powerful yet gentle alternative to more aggressive skin rejuvenation procedures like chemical peels and laser resurfacing. Unlike treatments that rely on heat, acids, or ablation, microneedling with PRP works by activating your body’s natural regenerative processes. It stimulates collagen and elastin production from within. This makes it a safe, effective option for a wide range of skin tones and types, with far less risk of pigmentation issues or surface damage.
While chemical peels and lasers may deliver more immediate resurfacing effects, they often come with longer recovery times, increased sensitivity, and limitations based on skin color. PRP microneedling, on the other hand, offers a buildable, cumulative approach to skin health, producing gradual, long-lasting improvements in tone, texture, firmness, and scarring. For patients seeking a more natural, biocompatible solution to signs of aging or acne damage, PRP microneedling offers the perfect balance of science and subtlety.
When you come for a microneedling with PRP treatment, your provider draws a small amount of blood from your arm (very similar to when you have lab work drawn).
Then they spin your blood in a centrifuge to separate the blood platelets from the other components. The PRP solution contains a high concentration of growth factors, which is the secret sauce to great results with your microneedling treatment.
While your provider prepares your PRP, you relax comfortably. The treatment is practically painless and is highly effective in creating new healthy skin cells and increasing collagen and elastin production — the support structure for healthy, firm, smooth skin.
During or after your microneedling treatment, your provider will apply your PRP to the treated area. The open channels from the microneedling treatment makes the delivery of those awesome growth factors to the deeper layers of your skin not only super-efficient, but super effective as well!
If you’re bothered by the signs of aging that stare back at you every time you look in the mirror, or you want to prevent those same signs of aging; microneedling with PRP is a perfect solution.
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While some subtle improvements in skin radiance and smoothness can be seen as early as one or two weeks after your first PRP microneedling session, the most noticeable changes develop gradually. This is because the treatment works by stimulating your body’s natural production of collagen and elastin, the building blocks of firm, youthful skin.
Around four to six weeks after treatment, you’ll likely begin to notice firmer skin, smaller pores, improved tone and texture, and a more refreshed overall appearance. If you’re targeting specific concerns like fine lines, acne scars, or stretch marks, those areas will continue to improve as collagen remodeling progresses beneath the surface.
For deeper wrinkles, sagging skin, or long-standing scars, a series of three or six treatments, spaced about four to six weeks apart, delivers the most significant results. This approach allows collagen production to compound with each session, leading to visibly smoother, more even-toned skin.
Most patients see visible improvement in skin tone, texture, and radiance after just one session. However, for more significant concerns (such as deeper wrinkles, acne scars, or skin laxity), a series of 3 to 6 treatments spaced about 4 to 6 weeks apart is typically recommended to achieve optimal collagen remodeling and lasting results.
Your provider will tailor your treatment plan based on your skin’s condition, goals, and response to the initial session. To maintain your results and support ongoing skin health, maintenance treatments every 6 to 12 months are often advised.
Microneedling with PRP is generally very well tolerated, especially with the application of a topical numbing cream before the procedure. Most patients report feeling only mild pressure, light prickling, or a scratching sensation during treatment.
Areas with thinner skin, like the forehead or upper lip, may feel slightly more sensitive, but discomfort is minimal and short-lived. After the treatment, your skin may feel warm or tight, similar to a light sunburn. These sensations typically subside within a few hours.
You may experience redness, slight swelling, and a sunburn-like sensation for one to three days after treatment. Some light flaking, dryness, or skin tightness is also common as your skin begins the healing process.
Most patients feel comfortable returning to work and normal activities within 24 to 48 hours, though mild redness may linger. To support optimal healing, it’s best to avoid sun exposure, makeup, exfoliants, and intense workouts for at least the first 48 hours while your skin recovers and regenerates.
While microneedling with PRP is safe for most people, it may not be suitable for everyone. You should avoid this treatment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have active acne, skin infections, or open wounds, or are currently taking blood thinners. Individuals with bleeding disorders or a history of keloid scarring should also use caution, as these conditions may increase the risk of complications such as bruising or abnormal healing.
At Columbia Laser Skin Center, your safety, comfort, and results are always our highest priorities. Since 2004, we’ve proudly served as the premier medical spa of the Columbia River Gorge, earning the trust of our community through expert care and exceptional outcomes. Our team includes licensed providers who undergo extensive training and are supervised by experienced medical directors, ensuring that every treatment meets the highest standards of quality and safety.
We use only FDA-cleared microneedling devices like SkinPen and Secret RF, and all PRP treatments are performed using medical-grade equipment. You’ll never find us using third-party suppliers or unverified products. Your health and peace of mind matter too much. Every step of your experience is guided by science, professionalism, and a deep commitment to your well-being.
What truly sets us apart is our patient-first philosophy. Every treatment plan is customized to meet your unique skin goals, whether you’re seeking smoother texture, reduced scarring, or long-term rejuvenation. From your first consultation to your final session, we strive to make your experience not only effective but also welcoming and restorative. When you choose Columbia Laser Skin Center, you’re choosing expert care in a compassionate, trusted environment, right here in The Dalles.
Ready to rejuvenate your skin? Or maybe it is time for prejuvenation. Either way, microneedling with PRP is the perfect solution. Call or Text 541.298.5066 to schedule your consultation with one of our providers.
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