SkinPen® Microneedling with Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) is an advanced skin rejuvenation treatment that activates the body's own collagen response — improving texture, reducing acne scars, fading hyperpigmentation, smoothing fine lines, and producing a healthier, more luminous skin surface. At Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery, every SkinPen treatment takes place under the care of a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon.
SkinPen® is an FDA-cleared microneedling device that uses fine, sterile needles to create tiny, controlled micro-injuries on the skin surface — activating your body's natural healing response and boosting collagen and elastin production. The result is healthier, better-looking skin on your face and neck.
What sets SkinPen apart from other microneedling options is the addition of PRP — Platelet-Rich Plasma. A small blood draw is taken before treatment; the blood is then spun in a centrifuge to concentrate the plasma's growth factors and healing proteins. This concentrated PRP is applied to the skin during or after microneedling — reaching the deeper layers through the micro-channels created, amplifying the collagen response and extending the duration of results.
When you choose Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery for SkinPen treatment, every session takes place under the care of a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon — with expertise in facial anatomy, skin healing, and the full range of non-surgical and surgical treatments available for any skin concern you bring.
Collagen stimulation from microneedling fills in fine lines and superficial wrinkles — improving the appearance of perioral and periorbital lines over a series of treatments.
Microneedling with PRP improves overall skin texture, tone, and radiance — addressing the dull, uneven surface quality caused by sun damage, aging, and environmental stress.
SkinPen is among the most effective treatments for atrophic acne scarring — the micro-channels stimulate collagen fill-in of depressed scars, with results improving progressively over sessions.
Collagen and elastin production stimulated by microneedling improves skin firmness and resilience — producing a tighter, more youthful skin quality over time.
The collagen turnover stimulated by microneedling with PRP can improve the appearance of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and sun damage — particularly when combined with physician-directed skincare.
SkinPen with PRP is also used as part of the post-operative recovery protocol for surgical patients — supporting tissue healing and optimizing skin quality after facial surgery.
Treatment begins with a consultation with Dr. Tan's clinical team. On the day of your session, the skin is cleaned and a numbing cream is applied. A small blood draw is taken and processed into PRP while the numbing cream takes effect.
The SkinPen device is gently moved over the treatment area — creating precise micro-channels in the skin. The freshly prepared PRP is then applied, penetrating through the channels to reach deeper layers. The entire procedure typically lasts 60–90 minutes.
Most patients experience mild redness and warmth after treatment — similar to a light sunburn — that resolves within a few days. Results begin to appear within a week. The best results for most patients develop over several weeks as collagen production increases. Dr. Tan typically recommends three treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart for optimal outcomes.
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Schedule a consultation with Dr. Tan — she will evaluate your skin and recommend the approach that best addresses your specific concerns.