The Skin Pen by Bellus Medical is a non-surgical, cosmetic microneedling device to improve the appearance of the skin. Microneedling allows for the stimulation of collagen production by creating precise micro channels in the skin. Stem Cell Therapy/Platelet Rich Plasma involves the use of the patient’s own blood plasma, enriched through a special process to increase the concentration of platelets. These platelets contain bioactive proteins and growth factors that serve to accelerate tissue repair, regeneration, and activate your own anti-aging stem cells. The PRP is applied onto the patient’s skin and is infused with the SkinPen device. This then enhances the overall results and accelerates healing.
SkinPen + PRP therapy is beneficial in reducing the various signs of textural irregularities associated with skin aging. It also improves the appearance of acne scars, softening fine lines and wrinkles, along with stretch marks on the body. One of the most exciting things about SkinPen + PRP is that it can be used on all skin types. The procedure typically takes about an hour and a half. A topical anesthetic is applied to the skin prior to the procedure to allow for a relatively pain free experience.
• SkinPen microneedling + PRP is minimally invasive and a quick procedure. A simple in office blood draw harvests your PRP followed by microneedling it into the skin.
• Little recovery or downtime makes SkinPen + PRP ideal for a busy lifestyle.
• Results are generated from your own skin’s natural collagen remodeling and elastin.
• Ideal for assisting in reducing the signs of aging and improving the appearance of acne scarring, along with reducing the appearance of stretch marks.
• This procedure can be performed on most parts of the body including face, neck, décolletage and stretch marks on the stomach, thighs and buttocks.
• Any remaining PRP after the procedure will be applied to the skin in order to optimize results and accelerate healing.
The number of procedures required will be determined by our staff based upon your individual procedure goals and the health of your skin. Most patients receive a series of 4-6 procedures spaced about 4 weeks apart. Your provider will develop a procedure plan specific to you and also a maintenance plan to help retain the rejuvenating effects. Patients may notice healthier looking skin immediately. However, the natural repair process of your own skin continues to progress over the course of several weeks as new collagen is formed. Damage that has occurred over an extensive period of time won’t disappear immediately. You may not see the final result for up to 3 months following your final session. Results can include improved texture and firmness, as well as a reduction in scars, pore size, and stretch marks *Individual results may vary. The total healing time depends on each individual patient. Most patients have some slight swelling and redness/pinkness (like a mild sunburn) for 2-4 days. Some patients may heal completely in 24 hours. Depending on the depth of treatment, some pinpoint bleeding may occur during the procedure, which stops almost immediately once the treatment is complete.
Patients may notice healthier looking skin immediately. However, the natural repair process of your own skin continues to progress over the course of several weeks as new collagen is formed. Damage that has occurred over an extensive period of time won’t disappear immediately. You may not see the final result for up to 3 months following your final session. Results can include improved texture and firmness, as well as a reduction in scars, pore size, and stretch marks *Individual results may vary.
The total healing time depends on each individual patient. Most patients have some slight swelling and redness/pinkness (like a mild sunburn) for 2-4 days. Some patients may heal completely in 24 hours. Depending on the depth of treatment, some pinpoint bleeding may occur during the procedure, which stops almost immediately once the treatment is complete.
Service Locations
Chicago Office, (312) 263-4625
Monica StraussPhysician Assistant 
Shannon KimseyNurse Practitioner 
Tami BrunoMarketing Coordinator & Licensed Medical Aesthetician 
Mari De La RocaLicensed Aesthetician 
