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Microneedling

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are answers to commonly asked questions by patients seeking treatment with Skin Rejuvenation.

  • How many sessions will I need?
    Most patients do a series of 3–4 sessions, spaced about 4–6 weeks apart. Deeper scarring or more laxity may need more. Our physician sets the number after assessing your skin.
  • PRF or filler under the eyes?
    Filler gives an immediate result and is best for true hollows. PRF works gradually and is often the better choice for dark circles, thin skin and mild hollowness. Some patients do PRF first and add a little filler later.
  • Can you lift my brows without surgery?
    Often, yes. A few units of wrinkle relaxer in the muscles that pull the brow down can give a subtle lift. Combined with RF microneedling on the forehead the effect is usually stronger.
  • What is PRF?
    Platelet-rich fibrin. A small blood sample is spun to concentrate your platelets, growth factors and a natural fibrin scaffold. Nothing is added – it is 100% your own tissue.
  • Is skin rejuvenation safe for my skin type?
    Yes — when properly selected and performed, skin rejuvenation is safe for most skin types. Your safety is always our first priority.

    Before treatment, we assess:

    • skin tone and sensitivity

    • history of scarring or pigmentation

    • current skincare products (like retinoids)

    • medical conditions or medications

    We then design a plan that is both safe and effective for your unique skin.
  • Which treatment is right for me?
    There is no single "best" skin rejuvenation treatment — the best option depends on your skin type, concerns, and goals. During your consultation, we evaluate issues such as fine lines, pigmentation, sun damage, texture, acne scarring, and skin laxity and then recommend a personalized plan.

    We offer multiple technologies and techniques, allowing us to choose what is most appropriate and effective for your skin — not a one-size-fits-all package.
Medical microneedling treatment at Valoura Med Spa in Savoy, IL

Medical Microneedling in Champaign

Smooth • Refine • Glow • Minimally Invasive

Precise micro-channels that trigger collagen – no heat, minimal downtime.

Medical microneedling, also called collagen induction therapy, uses a pen device with ultrafine needles to create thousands of controlled micro-channels. The skin repairs them by producing new collagen and elastin, and typically becomes smoother, firmer and more even. It is minimally invasive: the needles enter the skin, but there is no cutting and no surgery.

At Valoura Med Spa, microneedling is performed under physician supervision with medical-grade equipment and depths that a spa or at-home roller cannot safely reach. Our clinic is in Savoy, a few minutes from Champaign and Urbana.

WHAT MEDICAL MICRONEEDLING TREATS

Texture, tone and radiance.

Best for:

  • ✓ Fine lines and early wrinkles
  • ✓ Acne scars and other pitted scars
  • ✓ Dullness
  • ✓ Rough texture
  • ✓ Uneven tone and mild sun damage
  • ✓ Enlarged pores
  • ✓ Stretch marks

Why Clients Love It:

  • ✓ Minimal downtime
  • ✓ A natural glow, often within days
  • ✓ Can be combined with PRF or exosomes
  • ✓ Can be used across a broad range of skin types, depending on the patient's assessment
  • ✓ Single-use sterile needle cartridges

MEDICAL MICRONEEDLING VS. AT-HOME OR SPA ROLLERS

Depth is the difference.

At-home rollers reach a fraction of a millimeter and mostly help skincare absorb. Spa devices are limited to shallow depths. Medical microneedling creates controlled microchannels at treatment depths selected to stimulate the skin’s natural collagen-remodeling response, and the depth is adjusted for each area – shallower around the eyes, deeper on scarred cheeks – in a sterile clinical setting.

RESULTS TIMELINE

Typical Results Timeline

Every patient is different. Results and treatment timing may vary, and your physician will create a plan based on your individual needs.

  • ✓ Glow: May improve as the skin recovers.
  • ✓ Texture & Tone: Improvements may develop gradually over the following weeks.
  • ✓ Scar Improvement: May build gradually over multiple treatments.
  • ✓ Treatment Series: Your physician will recommend the appropriate number and timing of sessions.
  • ✓ Maintenance: May be recommended based on your skin and treatment response.

ADD-ONS: PRF AND EXOSOMES

Microneedling may also be combined with selected regenerative treatments as part of an individualized treatment plan.

Options:

  • ✓ Microneedling with PRF - your own platelets and growth factors, applied into the channels
  • ✓ Exosome Skin Regeneration – a purified serum that supports repair and calms redness

Each has its own page with full details.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  1. Consultation: we confirm microneedling is the right tool. If RF microneedling or a peel would serve you better, we say so.
  2. Numbing: about 30 minutes of topical cream.
  3. Treatment: 20–30 minutes. Feels like light vibration and scratching.
  4. Recovery: redness for a day or two; avoid sun for a week.
  5. Results: a glow within about a week for many patients; texture improvement builds over the series.

WHO SHOULD WAIT

Please postpone or tell us if you:
  • ✓ Are pregnant
  • ✓ Have active acne, a cold sore or an infection in the area
  • ✓ Have used isotretinoin (Accutane) in the past six months
  • ✓ Have a history of keloid scarring (physician assessment first)

This list is a guide only. Our physician confirms suitability at your consultation.

WHY PATIENTS FROM CHAMPAIGN-URBANA CHOOSE VALOURA

  1. Physician Supervision Medical depths, done safely.
  2. Adjusted for Every Area Not one setting for the whole face.
  3. Sterile, Single-Use Cartridges Every time.
  4. Honest Recommendations If another treatment fits better, we tell you.
  5. Add-On Options PRF and exosomes available in the same visit.

BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION

Every treatment starts with a physician-led consultation. Call (217) 615-1806 or book online.

Valoura Med Spa, 206 Burwash Avenue, Suite B, Savoy, IL 61874 – a few minutes from Champaign and Urbana.

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