Nurse-led microneedling in Mullaghboy

Redness for 24 to 48 hours, similar to mild sunburn. Aftercare guidance is given at the appointment, and Lauren is contactable afterwards if anything concerns you.

Not over actively inflamed or pustular areas, as it can spread bacteria. It is excellent for the scarring left behind once acne is under control. Lauren will assess and may suggest treating the acne first.

Yes. The neck, decolletage and stretch marks on the body all respond well. Treatment area is agreed at consultation.

It creates tiny controlled micro-injuries in the skin using the FDA-cleared 1NEEDPRO device. This triggers your body's natural healing response, stimulating collagen production, improving texture, boosting hydration and enhancing overall skin quality.

The studio is in Carryduff, County Down. It is a private home studio rather than a high street clinic, so the full address is sent on booking confirmation along with parking guidance.

Yes, microneedling is generally safe across all skin types when performed with professional equipment. NUA uses the FDA-approved 1NEEDPRO device with surgical-grade needles and a patented anti-contamination system.

Most people benefit from a course of three treatments spaced about four weeks apart, depending on skin concerns and goals. Lauren will recommend a personalised plan at your consultation.

Results build over weeks and last several months with maintenance. Maintenance is discussed at your review so you can plan around it.

Then Lauren will say so at the consultation and talk through what would suit your skin better. Being told no is a reasonable outcome of an honest assessment, and it happens regularly.

Lauren, every time. She is an NMC registered nurse and CIDESCO qualified skin specialist. There is no rotating team, so Mullaghboy clients see the same practitioner from consultation through to review.

NUA runs by appointment only with flexible scheduling, including times outside standard working hours. That tends to suit clients travelling from Mullaghboy who would rather not take time off work.

A topical numbing cream is applied for around twenty minutes beforehand, which makes the treatment very tolerable. Most people describe a light vibrating or scratching sensation rather than pain.