MICRONEEDLING

What is Microneedling?

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Microneedling, or CIT (collagen induction therapy) is a minimally invasive treatment used to rejuvenate the skin of face and body.  The procedure uses the body's natural healing process to stimulate microcirculation and the growth of new collagen and elastion to even out the skin, for more radiant and even skin palette!  Microneedling is done with fine needles to create hundreds of tiny, invisible punctures in the top layer of skin, infused with serums during and directly after procedure.  The topicals are absorbed on a far deeper level in the skin, making it much more effective than your typical facial for super hydrating the skin, minimalizing fine lines and wrinkles with a more youthful glow. . .results become visible in as little as 24 hours and continue for the following 3 weeks!  Microneedling is great for treating: scars from injury or surgery, acne scars, hyperpigmentation like melasma, fine lines, dry skin, problematic/oily skin, large pores, freckles, ages spots, uneven pigment or skin tone, tired/stressed skin, cellulite, stretch marks, and more!

PHIION

What is Phi Ion?

Phi-Ion  simply put, is a non surgical procedure that 'zaps' imperfections and wrinkles away, tightens loose skin and can improve the appearance of scars.  It has a wide variety of uses such as removal of skin tags, age spots and eyelid lifts! Most of the healing takes only a few days, topical concealer/aftercare combo is given with each appointment.  Topical anesthetic is applied before treatment.  If you're thinking of trying fillers, botox, or even facelifts, give this alternative a thought.  Phi-Ion treatment is long lasting.   It uses the body's natural healing process tightening skin with little to no down time after, and no injectables or fillers are used!

The principle of Phi-Ion involves the ionization of gases from the atmospheric air to create micro electrical discharge causing sublimation (turning solids into gas) of the excessive/sagging superficial skin layer. This process triggers an instant contraction and tightening of the skin fibers to create a lifting, remodeling, rejuvenating effect.​  Basically reducing and tightening the surface area of excess skin!

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Phi-Ion works to reduce scarring from injury, surgeries, forehead wrinkles, deep acne scars, freckles, age spots, wrinkles such as crow's feet, 11's, frown lines, marionette lines, nasolabial lines, smoker lines, skin tags, certain skin blemishes, skin tightening, effective non surgical blepharoplasty (eyelid lift), you name it!. . .

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Why offer Microneedling/PhiIon in a tattoo shop?  It's a form of body mod!  And involves equipment we're used to! Many times we have clients that want to cover up or camouflage scars or are interested in a little tweak to body contour here or there, doesn't matter if it's on the face or any area of the body. With these skin repair/body modification options, we can offer better results with tattoos that have scars nearby the design area!  And we can easily get rid of skin tags that may interfere with an area a client wants tattooed.  It can improve ink retention to skin in areas of scarring, particularly useful for areola reconstruction tattooing due to surgical scars.  Phiion and microneedling offer great results for eyelid lift and skin tightening improving facial contours!  We've taken the time to get professional certifications to offer these techniques and have gone through advanced training in perfection of techniques!  Phi-Ion tightens skin and removes imperfections and on the body wherever it is applied.  Phi-Ion and microneedling are amazing forms of body mod/beauty techniques without the cost and down time of other options!  Scroll through below pictures and info for comparisons!

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PRICING

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Microneedling

-Face - 1 session $175, includes aftercare!  (a $250+ value!)

*pricing for a limited time, increasing to $195 July 1, book ahead if you want locked into price!

treats a wide variety of skin conditions

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-Neck + Décollete (chest area) -

1 session $200, includes aftercare! ( a $325+ value!)

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-Scars-

1 session $175, includes aftercare! (a $250+ value!)

allows better ink retention if tattooing over and around scars

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-Tummy - for treatment of cellulite, skin firming, stretch marks

1 session - $275 includes aftercare! ( a $400+ value!)

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-Treatment of skin graft scarring from burns

1 session $275 includes aftercare! ( a $400+ value!)

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*Price adjustments can be made if getting more than one area treated same day!

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Aftercare is specialized for each client for optimal results and include some of the best skin aftercare on the market.  For more moderate to severe cases, multiple sessions may be recommended.  With option of home microneedling kits put together by Emily!  Purchase kits here.  tutorial video link here!

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Phi-Ion - pricing is case by case

Glabellar Lines  (11’s) - $100

Upper Eyelids lift -$350+
Under Eye lift - $200+
Crows Feet - $150+
Nasolabial (Smile Lines) - $150+
Upper Lip (Smoker’s Lines) - $150+
Forehead horizontal lines - $100+

Skin tag removals - $100+

Milia and fibroma removals - $100+

Age spots removal - $100+

Seborrheic keratosis spots -$100+

Gauged ear treatment - $100+

Torn earlobe treatment -$100

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*combination treatments done in one session can be price adjusted

*1 session appts welcome for large amounts of skin tags/spots removal!

-inquire by text/call @ 484-894-8194

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***Prices include complimentary aftercare and a specially formulated and safe aftercare foundation to use following treatment

***Technician may require prior doctor's note approval for certain age spots removals

Contraindications

Conditions which make treatment not suitable for you.

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the following make MICRONEEDLING not suitable for you:

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• Have used Accutane (Isotretinoin) within last 6 months

• Have taken Retin A within the last 6 months

• Have open skin cuts, abrasions or wounds

• Have undergone radiation treatment to the skin within the last year

• Have any kind of active skin infection in the treatment area

• Have a history of poor wound healing, Keloid or Hypertrophic scars

• Have Rosacea, Active acne, Eczema and Psoriasis in treatment area

• prescribed any type of immuno-suppressants

• compromised immune system

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding

• Are under the age of 18

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the following make PHI-ION plasma pen not suitable for you:

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• Birth marks/port wine stains in area of treatment

• undergoing radiotherapy or chemotherapy - allow 5 weeks - doctor's consent needed.

• Have taken Retin A within the last 6 months

• BOTOX or filler within 21 days in area to work on

• eye laser surgery (LASIK) - wait 8-12 weeks post surgery for eye treatments

• sties or conjunctivitis for eye treatment area - wait at least 6 weeks

• Shingles - must be at least 6 months since outbreak

• Hemophilia

• Epilepsy - must be at least 2 years since last seizure 

• prescribed any type of immuno-suppressants

• compromised immune system

• Vitiligo

• Are pregnant or breastfeeding

• Are under the age of 18

AFTERCARE

Microneedling Aftercare

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MICRONEEDLING
After the procedure, the skin will be red and flushed in a similar way to moderate sunburn.  You may also experience skin tightness, tingling and mild sensitivity to touch on the area being
treated.  These effects will diminish greatly a few hours following treatment and after 3 days most visible erythema (redness) will be absolved.

Immediately after the treatment, the Practitioner/Technician applies the PhiFace After Treatment Mask and provides client with Ultimate Skin Cocktail with detailed instructions for use.

Starting from the evening after the treatment, and for the next 4-5 days: Ultimate Skin Cocktail gel is to be applied on a treated skin area three times a day (morning, afternoon and night).

After the treatment DO NOT:

• Wash your face for 12 hours.

• expose the skin to direct sun light for 24 hours with strict recommendation to wear hat.

• apply make up for 24 hours.

• use foundations and powders for 48 hours.

• use sauna, swimming pools and public bathing, tanning salons for 5 days

• expose yourself to physical exertion and sport activities accompanied by excessive sweating for 5 days.

• use Botox or fillers for next 3 weeks.

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Phiion Aftercare

PHI-ION
Clusters of yellowish spots up to 0.2 mm in diameter will appear in the treated area and remain visible 5 days.

Day 1:

• Ice treated area (if needed) using clean paper towel to cover ice pack each use.  Alternate 10 minutes on and off for up to 1 hour for first 2 days. Anti-histamines or IB profin (if needed) can also help with any swelling in the early healing phases.

• To keep treated area clean use a mild, unscented, alcohol free cleanser. PAT DRY - KEEP AREA DRY as much as possible!  Dry healing is preferred, lightly wash only if absolutely necessary. 

Day 2-5+:

• TO MASK SCABS: Use of Skin Candy Anti Shock; a special formulated foundation aftercare from your artist; can be used to cover the treated area 24 hours after procedure if you feel the need to cover area (optional).  This is the only safe concealer you can use during healing while scabs are still present!

Day 3:

• When feeling of tightening or tingling is present a thin film of PhiSoothing cream or Skin Candy Balm should be applied in very thin layer, starting 3rd day. 

• Taking vitamin c and L-lysine supplements over the course of your healing process can give your immune system and collagen production a boost.

• All side effects should disappear within 7 to 10 days.
  
  After the treatment:

• do not wear contacts for 72 hours for eye treatments.

• do not pick scabs!

• Avoid smoking.

• Avoid shaving over any area that has been treated until skin has fully healed.

• Do not use anything harsh on your skin (like acids, peels, or exfoliants) until you have reached 8 weeks post healing treatment point.

• Do not apply makeup (even mineral makeup) until scabbing has fallen off completely.  This is to avoid infection or disrupting the scabs prematurely.

• IMPORTANT! Avoid direct sunlight or tanning beds to treated area while healing.  Once healing process complete, always apply broad spectrum SPF 50 or higher to area for a minimum of 3 months after last treatment.  Skin is still healing and can become damaged from UV rays.

• do not use sauna, swimming pools, public bathing and tanning beds for 5 days

• do not expose yourself to physical exertion and sport activities accompanied by excessive sweating for 5 days

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What to expect after Phi-Ion stages of healing:

*the following are general day to day guidelines for the more intense treatments, such as eyelid treatments.  Some people may heal faster or slower based on numerous factors that can be discussed at a consult*

• Day 1:Try to lay propped up with pillows if eyelid treatment done.  Some discomfort normal. Area treated will feel like a sunburn.  Icing and aftercare listed above will help, especially important for eye area treatments.

• Day 2-3: Any swelling or redness typically peaks by day 2 and will decrease.  For eye treatments, swelling can also spread to under eye area.  Don't worry, this is perfectly normal if it happens.  The upper and lower eye are all connected, therefore the fluids can drain to the lower eye area.  This will pass.  The scabs must not be picked, allow them to fall off on their own.  Your level of discomfort will subside by day 3.  Use of the aftercare foundation Skin Candy Anti Shock from your artist can help mask the darkness of dots.  Do not use any makeup.

• Day 4: Any swelling or discomfort should diminish.  Scab crusts may start to fall off with some pink or redness underneath.

• Day 5: Some scabs may still be present.  Continue use of Skin Candy Balm whenever skin feels tingly or tight.

• Day 6-10: Any remaining scabs will have fallen off on their own.  It is normal for new skin under scabs to be pink or red and peeling as the healing process continues.

• Weeks 1+: After all scabs have fallen off, you may experience tender, peeling skin for a few days.  Once skin is no longer tender, you may safely use a gentle, enzyme exfoliant to slough off peeling skin.  You can now use lotions and make up.  Each day, your skin will progressively return to it's original coloration and texture.

Your artist can be contacted at 484-894-8194 with any questions or concerns!