Turn Back the Clock & Get Radiant Skin With Microneedling Columbia SC
Firmer skin, smaller pores, fewer wrinkles, more even skin tone, and less visible stretch marks and scars!
The benefits of microneedling have to be seen to be believed! Microneedling lets your true beauty shine through by naturally increasing your skin’s collagen production!
Ready to turn back the clock? When you get your skin care treatments at our dynamic, high-energy medical spa you’ll leave looking and feeling like a Rockstar!
What Is Microneedling?
Microneedling treatments, often known as collagen induction therapy, uses a specialized device equipped with fine needles to create tiny punctures in the top layer of the skin. This process initiates your body’s natural healing mechanisms, promoting collagen and elastin production. Collagen and elastin are the hallmarks of young, healthy skin, and their levels naturally decrease as we age.
A typical session may include the application of a gentle numbing agent for comfort, followed by the microneedling treatment itself, and concludes with a soothing serum to enhance your skin’s repair process. The result? A smoother, firmer, and more youthful appearance that lasts!
The Benefits of Microneedling
Microneedling is an incredibly versatile skin care treatment which uses tiny needles to encourage your body to naturally produce new collagen. The result is long-lasting skin tightening, smaller pores, and less visible skin blemishes such as acne scars, wrinkles, and fine lines.
- Improves Skin Texture: Microneedling smooths the skin’s surface by promoting the regeneration of skin cells.
- Reduces Wrinkles & Fine Lines: The treatment boosts collagen and elastin production, helping to maintain skin elasticity and reduce signs of aging.
- Minimizes Pore Size: By stimulating collagen production in and around your pores, microneedling makes pores appear smaller and less noticeable.
- Reduces Scars: Microneedling is particularly effective for diminishing the appearance of acne scars and other types of non-keloidal scars.
- Enhances Skin Tone: Microneedling helps to even out skin tone and reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation and age spots.
- Enables Better Absorption of Skincare Products: The micro-channels created by the needles allow for deeper penetration of skincare products, enhancing their effectiveness.
- Treats Stretch Marks: Microneedling can be used anywhere on the body and is great for reducing the visibility of your stretch marks!
- Natural Skin Rejuvenation: Because microneedling uses your body’s own healing mechanisms, this is a highly effective natural skin rejuvenation technique.
- Suitable for All Skin Types: Microneedling is safe for all skin types, including darker skin tones and for those with sensitive skin.
- Quick Recovery Time: Most people experience very minimal downtime, making it a convenient option even when you have a busy schedule.
Our Microneedling Treatments
VirtueRF Microneedling
Microneedling with radiofrequency targets fine lines and wrinkles while improving skin texture, building collagen, and improving/reducing the appearance of scars. This targeted treatment is great for targeting eye bags, festoons, and other areas where precise treatment is necessary.
Prices begin at $800
SkinPen Microneedling
Boost collagen production and get visibly healthier skin.
The SkinPen microneedling treatment reduces facial acne scars, body scars, small wrinkles, large pores, and brightens skin tone.
Prices begin at $325
Treatment Add-ons:
- Platelet-rich Plasma – Pair this treatment with platelet-rich plasma treatment for enhanced skin rejuvenation
- Stem Cell Treatment – When combined with stem cell treatment, microneedling is great for increasing hair follicle density and slowing hair loss. The result is a richer, fuller, head of hair.
Facials
Lip Fillers
Facial Waxing
Rockstar Results Are Waiting For You
Microneedling naturally keeps your skin healthy and young! By boosting your skin collagen and elastin production, microneedling treatments eliminate fine lines and wrinkles, reduce the visibility of scars and stretch marks, tighten pores, even skin tone, and produce noticeable and lasting results!
Are you ready to press the pause button on aging?
Prices for Microneedling Start at $325
Beauty
The Vivid Aesthetics Difference
Life’s too short for dull moments, instead, be Vivid!
Vivid Aesthetics is more than just a beauty spa – it is a place where edgy meets elegant, and every visit is a bold and exciting experience!
By choosing Vivid you are getting treatments performed by medical professionals and experienced estheticians – ensuring the best results, no matter your skin type!
The Benefits of Being Vivid
Get the best results from our team of medical professionals and experienced estheticians. Have a skin condition or particular concern? During your pre-treatment consultation your esthetician will work with you to understand your unique needs and develop a treatment plan for you.
Vivid microneedling treatments let your natural beauty shine through. By using state of the art equipment, premium skin care products, and scientifically proven methods, your Vivid skin care treatment will enhance your natural beauty by improving your skin health.
Who said beauty has to be boring? Instead of struggling to stay awake in a dark room, the fun, high-energy atmosphere of Vivid Aesthetics means that when you finish your treatment, you’ll leave feeling energized and beautiful!
- Experienced medical professionals
- Beauty consultations and custom treatment plans
- Scientifically proven techniques
- Enhance your natural beauty by improving skin health
- Enjoy yourself and leave feeling energized and beautiful
Our Team
Health and wellness treatments are able to do tremendous good – when they are performed by well-trained, knowledgeable medical professionals. Unfortunately, the field of esthetics does not have a central certifying body – and so it is essential for individuals to check that their medspas have well-qualified team members.
Your treatments at Vivid Aesthetics are backed by decades of medical experience, allowing you to reap the benefits of advanced treatment methods alongside the safety and surety of professional medical practices.
Andrea Sarata
PA-C
Andrea brings a wealth of medical experience to Vivid Aesthetics and is a board certified physician assistant with over 15 years of experience in emergency medicine, urgent care, burn treatment, wound care, and surgery.
Andrea is part of the dynamic duo which founded Vivid Aesthetics, and is deeply passionate about the world of beauty and wellness.
Dr. Jeffrey Sarata
D.O.
Dr. Jeff has over 15 years of medical experience and brings his expertise, excellent bedside manner, and an enthusiasm for health and wellness to Vivid Aesthetics. After his residency, Dr. Jeff entered the Air Force as an Emergency Medicine attending physician and completed three deployments as a Critical Care Air Transport physician keeping our soldiers alive on overseas flights back to the United States.
Shelley Simmons
FNP-C
Shelley is the other half of Vivid’s dynamic duo and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the spa. A certified family nurse practitioner with 8 years experience working as an ICU nurse and 2 years of internal medicine practice, Shelley loves being able to help her clients look and feel their best!
Filled with boundless energy and contagious enthusiasm, it’s easy to see why Shelley’s clients love coming back!
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*Currently we are only offering microneedling sessions by appointment:
Microneedling FAQs
Do you offer appointments on weekends?
Please call us or send us a message to inquire about our weekend and after-hours availability.
803-303-6453
What are the benefits of microneedling?
Microneedling stimulates collagen and elastin production, which can improve skin texture and tone, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, minimize acne scars, and help with hyperpigmentation or uneven skin tone. It can also enhance the effectiveness of skincare products by improving their absorption.
Do you offer collagen induction therapy?
Yes! Collagen induction therapy is just another name for microneedling.
How many sessions of microneedling do you recommend?
Typically, we recommend a series of 3-6 treatments spaced about 4-6 weeks apart for optimal results. However, the exact number of sessions depends on your individual needs and goals, such as treating deep scars, stretch marks, or achieving comprehensive skin rejuvenation. Your esthetician will be able to explain the process to you and recommend a customized treatment plan.
What can I expect during a microneedling treatment?
During the treatment, a topical numbing cream will be applied to minimize discomfort. The microneedling device will then be used to create tiny punctures in your skin, stimulating the healing process. The session typically takes 30-60 minutes, depending on the treatment area.
Is microneedling safe for sensitive skin?
Yes, microneedling can be safely used on sensitive skin. Our trained professionals will tailor the procedure to your skin’s specific needs, using different needle depths and techniques to ensure a gentle yet effective treatment.
Can I combine microneedling with other treatments?
Absolutely! Microneedling can be combined with other treatments like chemical peels, dermaplaning, or PRP for enhanced results. Our experts can advise on the best combination based on your skincare goals.
Will there be any downtime after microneedling?
There may be mild redness, swelling, or sensitivity immediately following the treatment, which usually subsides within a few days. You can typically resume your daily activities after 24-48 hours. Your esthetician will provide you with post-treatment care guidelines to ensure optimal recovery.
What is your cancellation/no show policy?
We understand that situations may arise which may force you to cancel or postpone a treatment and are happy to make changes or cancellations as long as we receive notice at least 24 hours in advance.
In the event that you are unable to provide 24 hours notice of your change or fail to keep your appointment, then your credit card may be charged $100 for the visit.