Microneedling Treatment in Zurich

Medical microneedling is a physician-supervised procedure in which precisely controlled micro-injuries in the skin stimulate the body’s own regeneration. This stimulates collagen and elastin formation, improving skin structure, smoothing scars, and reducing fine lines. Hair follicles can also be stimulated through needling, and increased blood circulation supplies them with more nutrients, strengthening the hair. The microchannels created during the treatment also enhance the skin’s ability to absorb medically approved active ingredients.

Compared to cosmetic needling, medical microneedling differs in needle penetration depth, the professional devices used, and physician supervision. While cosmetic needling usually works superficially, medical needling can target deeper skin layers, providing stronger support for regeneration.

The skin benefits from improved structure, refined pores, and increased firmness and elasticity. This visibly reduces wrinkles and tightens sagging areas. Scars and stretch marks are visibly reduced, pores refined, and the overall skin texture smoother and more even. Furthermore, active ingredients are absorbed more effectively, supporting regenerative processes even more specifically.

In the long term, regular medical microneedling can stabilize skin quality and reduce signs of premature aging. Due to its pore-refining effect, the treatment can also be used against impurities. The effects of needling build gradually, so initial results can be visible within a few days, while the full effect requires several weeks.

Your skin can benefit from these advantages:

• Smoothing of wrinkles, fine lines, and creases
• Reduction of pigmentation irregularities
• Tightening of sagging skin areas
• Refinement of pore structure
• Minimization of impurities
• Stimulation of hair growth
• Strengthening of hair structure
• Increased blood circulation and nutrient supply to the skin
• Improvement of complexion
• Tightening and rejuvenation of vaginal mucosa and labia

Medical microneedling can particularly help in androgenetic alopecia, i.e., hereditary hair loss, by increasing hair density and strengthening the hair. Fine needles are used to create tiny, barely noticeable stimuli on the scalp. These small stimuli activate hair follicles, stimulate growth, and improve blood circulation, providing hair follicles with better nutrient supply.

In other forms of hair loss, needling can also be supportive. It can help hair follicles recover and promote regrowth. It acts as a gentle “wake-up call” for hair roots, regardless of the type of hair loss.

Before needling, aggressive skincare products such as retinoids or peels, as well as intensive sun exposure, should be avoided. The treatment is not performed on sunburned or irritated skin. Potential skin conditions, infections, or medications are checked beforehand to ensure safety. For example, blood-thinning medications are contraindicated.

After medical needling, gentle skin care is important. The skin should be cleansed softly, intensely moisturized, and protected from sunlight in the first few days. Strongly irritating ingredients should be avoided, as well as sauna, steam baths, and contact with chlorinated water until the skin is fully regenerated.

Microneedling is generally well tolerated; redness or swelling may occur afterward but usually subsides within a few hours. Contraindications include active skin infections, severe acne, pronounced keloid tendency, certain skin diseases, or the use of certain medications, especially blood thinners. In such cases, the treatment is postponed or alternative therapies are discussed.

Contraindications for medical microneedling may include:

• Sunburned or sun-irritated skin
• Bleeding disorders or use of blood-thinning medications
• Current pregnancy
• Active acne or skin infections
• Tendency for keloid scarring
• Active herpes infection

Initial visible changes, such as a fresher skin appearance and gentle smoothing, often occur within a few days. Full collagen and elastin formation, however, requires several weeks, so treatment success should not be judged immediately after the session.

For optimal results, usually 3–6 sessions at intervals of 4–6 weeks are recommended, depending on skin type, condition, and desired goal. For maintenance, follow-up treatments 1–2 times per year may be beneficial.

The treatment begins with a detailed skin analysis and consultation, during which skin condition, potential risks, and desired goals are discussed. If necessary, a treatment plan is created. The skin is then cleansed, disinfected, and treated with the medical device. Needle depth and device frequency are adjusted to the target area, and the handpiece is moved slowly across the skin. You may feel tingling or slight pulling, but due to precise adjustment to your skin, the treatment is minimally uncomfortable. High-quality Skinceuticals are used afterward. Depending on your treatment goal, your own blood plasma, specialized serums, or high-quality hyaluronic acid may be applied. Detailed aftercare instructions are provided at the end, and follow-up appointments ensure optimal treatment success.

During the treatment, slight pulling or occasional pinching may be felt, depending on sensitivity. Individual device settings ensure the treatment is well tolerated. Typical reactions after the session include redness or mild swelling, which usually subside within a few hours. Crusting or minimal peeling may occur but rarely affects daily life, so significant downtime is not necessary.