The questions we hear most, answered plainly. Anything about your own health history is a conversation for your provider at your visit.
How is it different from microneedling?
Microneedling uses needles to puncture the skin, which means pinpoint bleeding and a few days of redness. PlasmaChanneling creates its channels with plasma energy: no needles, no bleeding, no downtime. You can go back to your day right after.
Is this the same as a plasma pen or fibroblast?
No. Fibroblast makes small carbon dots that scab and take about a week to heal. PlasmaChanneling uses a different, gentler tip that never breaks the skin. No dots, no crusting, no healing time.
Does it hurt?
Most people describe it as warm and tingly. Sensitive spots can feel a little spicy, and your provider simply turns the setting down. No numbing cream is needed.
Is there any downtime?
No. Skin may look slightly pink for a short while, then you are back to your day. The one rule is no other skincare products for 24 hours, so the serums keep working in the channels.
How many sessions do I need?
A series of six is recommended for the best result, and results build with each session. Many people see a visible lift and glow after the very first one.
How long do results last?
Each session’s glow and tightness is immediate, and the collagen response continues for weeks afterward. The series builds a cumulative result. Your provider can talk through maintenance for your skin.
What is in the serums?
Proprietary Korean serums with peptides, botanicals, hyaluronic acid and PDRN, a regenerative compound purified from salmon DNA (it contains no human DNA). If you have a fish allergy, mention it when you book so your provider can plan the serums.
Is it safe for darker skin tones?
Yes. Because it does not break the skin, PlasmaChanneling does not carry the pigmentation risk that ablative treatments do. It is often the preferred choice for deeper skin tones, and it is safe with melasma.
Can I do it if I have Botox or filler?
Yes, with timing. Wait two weeks after Botox and four weeks after filler in the same area. Tell your provider what you have had done and when.
Does it help acne scars, pores or texture?
It improves texture, softens the look of pores and shallow scarring, and boosts overall smoothness over a series. Deep, pitted scars are a conversation for your provider.
Can it be done on the neck, chest or hands?
Yes. Any area a needle-based treatment could address, PlasmaChanneling can address. Your provider will confirm what is included in your session.
Is there anyone it is not for?
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a pacemaker or a heart condition, are in or recently finished cancer treatment, are on Accutane or steroids, or have open sores or an active cold sore in the area, your provider will need to review that with you first. A tan or sunburn is fine.