If your skin looks tired or dull or shows signs of aging, you might be weighing two popular treatments: 

Old Town Med Spa in Chicago offers these two services, performed by the highly respected MD Brothers – Drs. Nael and Shazel Gharbi. With years of experience and advanced training in aesthetic medicine, they’re trusted experts in helping patients achieve a fresh, youthful appearance.

What Is Microneedling?

Microneedling utilizes tiny, sterile needles to create micro-injuries in the skin. This triggers the body’s healing process and encourages collagen production.

Microneedling can help with:

• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Enlarged pores
• Mild acne scarring
• Uneven skin tone and texture

Most people see improvements after just a few microneedling sessions. The service is minimally invasive and requires little downtime.

What Is a PRP Facial?

A PRP facial combines microneedling with your body’s own growth factors. After drawing a small amount of your blood, the plasma is separated and applied to the skin immediately after microneedling.

PRP facials may offer:

• Enhanced collagen production
• Faster healing and reduced redness
• Better skin tone and elasticity
• A more radiant appearance

Because PRP uses your own cells, it’s generally well tolerated and great for people seeking natural results. Like regular microneedling, it comes with limited downtime.

Which Should You Choose?

Here are a few things to consider:

• Skin concerns: If you want basic skin rejuvenation, microneedling alone may be enough. PRP might be a better choice for more noticeable outcomes or faster recovery.
• Budget: Microneedling is usually less expensive than PRP facials.
• Goals: Want a natural boost with more glow? PRP has the edge.
• Comfort with blood-based therapies: Some patients prefer to skip the blood draw involved in PRP.

Still unsure? The MD Brothers at Old Town Med Spa will walk you through your options so you can make an informed decision.

Refresh Your Skin Today

Both microneedling and PRP facials can improve the look and feel of your skin. The right choice for you ultimately depends on your skin type, objectives, and lifestyle.

Ready for a refresh? No matter which treatment you prefer, the staff at Old Town Med Spa’s Bucktown, River North, or Lincoln Park practices can meet your needs. Book a personalized consultationÌý³Ù´Ç»å²¹²â.Ìý

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Microneeding uses very small needles to create controlled punctures in the skin layer to create channels where your body deposits collagen and elastin to grow healthy and toned skin. This procedure can help treat fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage and aging spots, stretch marks, and several other skin condition. Additionally, it can be used nearly anywhere on the body to help grow healthy and youthful-looking skin.

Since it is seemingly such a simple procedure, many at-home tools are marketed for microneedling use. While these do have the potential to help with collagen and elastin growth, there are several things to consider before purchasing and using an at-home microneedling tool.

They are not as effective as tools used in a medical office setting. Most at-home microneedling tools available, are small needles on a roller secured to a handle. For use, the needle roller glides over the skin and creates similar punctures as in a medical office. However, the needles on the at-home kit are significantly shorter and will not give the same sensation or results. Resist going over the same spot multiple times or pushing hard to try and make the tool more effective.

They are not sterile. The powered and professional microneedling tool used by dermatologists, uses clean and sterilized needles for each treatment and patient. While some at-home kits may come with a sterilized needle roller, this sterilization only lasts until the first use. After that, strict cleaning and storage is required to reduce the risk of causing additional skin conditions or infections.

If you want to learn more about microneedling, call Old Town Medspa in Chicago, IL, at 312-313-0330, or visit www.oldtownmedspa.comÌý³Ù´Ç schedule a consultation. The expert staff will work with you to determine your aesthetic goals and develop a personalized plan to meet them while having as minimal impact on your daily life as possible.

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