SkinPen Microneedling: What to Expect.

If you've been staring at your pores in the bathroom mirror, or still seeing old acne scars every time you put on foundation, microneedling might be exactly what your skin has been waiting for. And because SkinPen is just $199 at Bleu through November 30 (regularly $375), there's never been a better time to try it.

Here's everything you need to know before your first session, from how it works to what your skin will look like the next day.

What is SkinPen microneedling?

SkinPen is the first FDA-cleared microneedling device. It glides over your skin and creates thousands of tiny, controlled micro-channels. That sounds intense, but here's the magic: those micro-channels signal your skin to start healing itself, and healing means building new collagen.

Collagen is the protein that keeps skin smooth, firm, and bouncy. We naturally make less of it every year, which is why texture, fine lines, and scars start to show. Microneedling gives your skin a reason to make more.

What can it help with?

• Acne scars: softens the look of pitted, rolling, and boxcar scars over a series of sessions
• Fine lines: new collagen helps skin look firmer and smoother
• Enlarged pores and rough texture: for a smoother, more polished finish
• Dull, uneven skin: leaves skin looking brighter and healthier
• Hyperpigmentation and melasma: helps fade the look of sun spots, dark patches, and melasma over a series of sessions

A quick note on melasma: it's stubborn, and it's often triggered by sun and hormones, so it can come back. Microneedling works best as part of a bigger plan that includes daily sunscreen and the right at-home skincare. Katie will build that plan with you so your results last.

What makes SkinPen at Bleu different

Every SkinPen session at Bleu includes exosome serum, a regenerative serum applied during your treatment to amplify your results. It's included in every session, with no add-on fee. Every treatment is performed by Katie Dalessi, RN, a certified SkinPen provider with more than 20 years of experience.

Want to take it a step further? You can add PRF, made from your own blood, for a 100% natural boost in texture, tone, and hydration.

What to expect at your appointment

1. Consult. Katie looks at your skin, talks through your goals, and maps out how many sessions make sense for you.

2. Treatment. SkinPen creates the micro-channels and the exosome serum goes on. The whole visit takes about 60 minutes.

3. Results. Expect some redness, similar to a mild sunburn, for a day or two. Your skin keeps rebuilding collagen over the following weeks, and results build with each session.

How many sessions will I need?

Collagen builds over time, so most clients do a series. Research on microneedling has shown collagen increases of up to 400% after a series of treatments. At Bleu, a package of 3 sessions is $925 (a $200 savings over booking individually), and Katie will recommend the right number for your skin at your consultation.

Why fall is the perfect time

Arizona's cooler months mean less intense sun, and that makes fall and winter a great season to focus on skin renewal, especially if you're treating dark spots or melasma, since sun is what makes pigment worse. Start now and your skin has time to rebuild collagen before the holidays, family photos, and New Year's plans.

Quick answers

Does SkinPen microneedling hurt?

Comfort is a priority. Katie will walk you through what to expect and make sure you're comfortable throughout your session.

Is there downtime after microneedling?

Expect some redness, similar to a mild sunburn, for a day or two. Katie will walk you through aftercare before you leave.

Can microneedling help with hyperpigmentation and melasma?

Yes. A series of microneedling sessions can help fade the look of dark spots, sun damage, and melasma. Melasma can return with sun exposure and hormone changes, so daily sunscreen and a home-care plan are key to keeping results.

How much is SkinPen at Bleu MedSpa?

A single session with exosomes is $375, or $925 for a package of 3. Through November 30, 2026, SkinPen is $199 per session. Bleu Members save 5–15%, and you can pay over time with Cherry.

Where is Bleu MedSpa?

Bleu MedSpa is at 13645 W Indian School Rd, Suite 22, in Litchfield Park, serving Avondale, Goodyear, and the West Valley.

This article is for general education and isn't medical advice. Results vary from person to person. Katie will talk through what's right for you at your consultation.