Microchanneling
Procell
- Face or neck only: $250
- Package of five for face or neck only: $1,000
- Face and neck: $380
- Package of five for face and neck: $1,300
Renew Naturally
Microchanneling
Jumpstart your skin's natural collagen production. No filters needed.
Microchanneling creates thousands of microscopic channels in the skin to trigger your body's natural healing response. Because those channels stay open briefly, we can deliver growth-factor serums far deeper than any topical product reaches on its own. The result is smoother texture, tighter skin, and a visible lift in radiance, using your own collagen rather than anything synthetic.
Written by Balanced Essence Medical Wellness
At a Glance
- Treats
- Fine lines, acne scarring, texture, pores and dullness
- Appointment
- About 60 to 75 minutes, including numbing
- Downtime
- Redness for 12 to 24 hours, pinpoint redness up to 2 to 3 days
- Discomfort
- Light vibration and mild prickling after numbing cream
- Sessions
- Often 3 for glow and fine lines, 5 to 6 for scarring
- Results
- Build gradually as collagen remodels over the following months
- Price
- From $250 for face or neck; packages of five available
- Oversight
- Dr. Michael Lau, MD, Medical Director
- Location
- 465 Park Ave, Suite 109, Lindenhurst, NY
What It Treats
- Fine lines and early wrinkles
- Acne scarring and uneven texture
- Enlarged pores
- Dull, tired-looking skin
- Loss of firmness
- Uneven tone and post-inflammatory discoloration
What to Expect During Your Visit
Plan for about 60 to 75 minutes at our Lindenhurst studio. We cleanse the skin and apply a topical numbing cream for roughly 20 minutes, then pass the microchanneling device across the treatment area in a controlled pattern, adjusting depth for the forehead, cheeks, and delicate areas around the eyes. Growth-factor serum is layered in throughout. Most clients describe the sensation as light vibration with mild prickling.
Aftercare & Downtime
Expect a warm flush similar to a mild sunburn for 12 to 24 hours, with any pinpoint redness fading within two to three days. Skip makeup, sweat-heavy workouts, and active ingredients such as retinol or acids for 24 to 48 hours, keep the skin hydrated, and wear daily SPF. Many clients book a session a week or two before an event rather than the day before.
How Many Sessions
For general glow and fine lines, three sessions spaced four weeks apart is a common starting series. Acne scarring and deeper texture usually respond best to five or six sessions. Collagen continues remodeling for up to three months after each treatment, so results build gradually and look natural rather than sudden.
Who May Benefit and Who Should Wait
Microchanneling suits adults who want smoother texture, softer acne scars, or brighter skin without the heat of laser treatments. It is generally postponed during an active breakout or skin infection, with a cold sore flare, during pregnancy, on sunburned skin, or within several months of taking isotretinoin. Please tell us about keloid scarring, blood thinners, or recent treatments in the area. Results vary and are not guaranteed.
Acne Scar Treatment Near You on Long Island
Microchanneling is one of the most requested acne scar treatments at our Lindenhurst location. Clients travel to our Lindenhurst studio inside Phenix Salon Suites from Babylon, Lindenhurst, Deer Park, Copiague, Bay Shore, and surrounding Suffolk County communities. If you have been searching for microneedling near you and want a plan built around your skin rather than a one-size protocol, start with a consultation.
Benefits
- Stimulates natural collagen production
- Improves skin tone and texture
- Minimal downtime
- Suitable for many skin types
- Softens acne scarring over a series
- Pairs well with peels and facials
Pricing
Your total depends on the areas treated and the number of sessions recommended at your consultation.
Frequently Asked
Does microchanneling hurt?
A topical numbing cream is applied first, so most clients feel only light vibration and mild prickling, particularly along the forehead and jawline.
How much downtime should I plan for?
Expect redness similar to a mild sunburn for 12 to 24 hours. Most clients are comfortable returning to normal activity the next day and back in makeup after 24 to 48 hours.
Is it safe for darker skin tones?
Yes. Microchanneling relies on mechanical stimulation rather than heat or light, which makes it a good option across all skin tones.
Is microchanneling the same as microneedling?
They work on the same principle of creating tiny channels to trigger collagen, but microchanneling uses a stamping motion with sterile single-use needle cartridges and growth-factor serums, which generally means less trauma and less downtime than traditional microneedling.
Can I get microchanneling in Lindenhurst?
Yes. Microchanneling is offered at our Lindenhurst studio inside Phenix Salon Suites.
How much does microchanneling cost?
Procell microchanneling is $250 for the face or neck, or $380 for the face and neck. Packages of five are $1,000 and $1,300.
When will I see results?
Many people notice a glow within the first week. Changes in texture and scarring build gradually over a series, since collagen continues remodeling for weeks after each session.
Who should not have microchanneling?
It is usually postponed during active breakouts, infection, cold sores, pregnancy, sunburn, or after recent isotretinoin use. Your provider reviews your history first.
Common Concerns This Addresses
Fine Lines and WrinklesUneven Skin ToneAcne and Acne ScarringSkin Texture and Collagen LossAll concerns
Medical Oversight
Care at Balanced Essence Medical Wellness in Lindenhurst, NY is provided under the medical direction of Michael Lau, MD, Medical Director. Meet our providers.
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