Gold needle treatment is a non-surgical procedure that combines microneedling with fractional radiofrequency energy. It is used to improve skin texture, acne scars, enlarged pores, fine lines and mild skin laxity, with the aim of stimulating collagen and renewing the skin on the face or body.
After a numbing cream is applied, the doctor passes a device with fine needles over the skin. The needles penetrate to a set depth and then release heat energy into the deeper layers, with no surgical incision. The depth and energy are adjusted to the treated area and the skin type.
A session lasts roughly half an hour to an hour, and several sessions spaced a few weeks apart are usually needed. Redness and mild swelling follow for a few days, while the result appears gradually over weeks and usually peaks two to three months later as collagen renews.
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It may improve skin texture, soften the look of acne scars, enlarged pores and fine lines, and tighten mildly lax skin, without surgery. Response varies from person to person.
Usually people with acne scars, uneven texture or mild laxity who prefer a non-surgical option. It is not suitable during pregnancy, with active inflammation or infection in the area, or with a tendency to keloid scarring, and it may not suit those who recently took isotretinoin or who have an implanted device. The doctor decides after an examination.
It is advisable to avoid strong sun exposure and aggressive peels beforehand, and to tell the doctor about medications, medical conditions and any past herpes infection. Do not stop any medication, including blood thinners, on your own; that decision belongs to the doctor.
The skin is cleaned and a numbing cream is applied for a set time. The device is then passed over the area, the needles penetrate the skin and deliver radiofrequency energy at controlled depths. The session ends with a soothing product and sun protection.
Redness, mild swelling, tiny dots or small crusts usually appear and last from one day to a few days. Moisturising and avoiding sun and heavy make-up for a few days is advised, and most people can resume daily activities quickly.
Improvement appears gradually over weeks and peaks at roughly two to three months. The effect usually lasts from several months to a year or more, depending on the person, and maintenance sessions may be needed because natural ageing continues.
They may include redness, swelling, minor bleeding, changes in skin colour, especially in darker skin, infection and reactivation of herpes, and rarely burns or scarring. Choosing a qualified doctor and following the instructions reduces these risks.
The numbing cream reduces pain, though you may feel pricking or mild heat that varies by area. The discomfort usually fades soon after the session.
Travel is often possible after one to three days, provided the skin is moisturised and protected from the sun. The doctor confirms the suitable timing according to the intensity of the session.
Around three sessions are usually recommended, spaced about four to six weeks apart, though this may vary by case. The doctor sets the number and interval after assessing your skin.
