Microneedling (SkinPen) & Skin Rejuvenation

The med spa performs SkinPen microneedling, PRX-T33 bio-revitalization, and dermaplaning for skin rejuvenation. SkinPen, an FDA-cleared device, creates controlled micro-injuries to stimulate collagen and elastin production, improving fine lines, acne scars, enlarged pores, and overall skin texture. PRX-T33 is a no-peel trichloroacetic acid treatment that produces dermal remodeling without surface exfoliation. Dermaplaning provides instant brightening and manual exfoliation. Exosomes facial rejuvenation is also available for enhanced regenerative effect.

Microneedling and skin rejuvenation services at Michael Horn Plastic Surgery & Med Spa in Chicago offer patients a suite of evidence-based non-ablative treatments that improve skin quality, texture, and tone without surgical intervention or significant downtime. These treatments are offered both as standalone procedures and in combination with injectable and energy-based treatments for comprehensive skin optimization. SkinPen microneedling uses an FDA-cleared, motorized needling device to create precise, controlled micro-channels in the skin at adjustable depths. These micro-injuries trigger the skin's natural wound-healing cascade, stimulating the production of new collagen and elastin in the dermis. The result, achieved over a series of treatments spaced four to six weeks apart, is a measurable improvement in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores, and overall skin texture and radiance. Because the treatment is minimally ablative — creating micro-punctures rather than removing skin surface — downtime is typically limited to one to two days of mild redness. PRX-T33 is a distinctive bio-revitalization treatment using trichloroacetic acid (TCA) at 33% concentration combined with hydrogen peroxide. Unlike conventional TCA peels which cause visible surface exfoliation, the hydrogen peroxide in PRX-T33 neutralizes the exfoliating effect at the epidermis while allowing the TCA to penetrate deeply and stimulate dermal fibroblasts. The result is dermal remodeling and collagen induction without surface peeling — making it suitable for patients with events or obligations who cannot accommodate standard peel downtime. Dermaplaning uses a sterile surgical blade at a precise angle to manually remove the superficial layer of dead skin cells and vellus facial hair ('peach fuzz') from the face. The result is immediate: smoother, brighter skin surface with enhanced product penetration. Dermaplaning is frequently combined with other facial treatments as a preparatory step. Exosomes facial rejuvenation applies growth-factor-rich exosomes derived from stem cell cultures to the skin — typically immediately following microneedling to exploit the enhanced absorption window — for amplified regenerative and anti-inflammatory benefit.