Microneedling Needle Depth Guide

Here are our recommended guidelines for selecting the appropriate needle depth when treating acne scarring. All depths are provided in millimeters (mm).

Needle Depth Guide:

needle depth chart overlay on young pretty woman's face

 

When determining the correct setting, always consider the skin type and condition being treated. Thicker or more resilient skin may require slightly deeper penetration to optimize clinical outcomes, while thinner or more delicate areas should be approached with more conservative depths to minimize risk and ensure patient safety.

How Microneedling Works

Our chart below highlights how microneedling works. The needles can penetrate the dermis at a relatively low setting and achieve the wound healing response that is needed to create collagen for acne scarring treatment. 

wound healing response by microneedling pen illustration

If you have any queries, please don't hesitate to reach out - our friendly in-house Beauty Advisor and customer service team are happy to help!