Microneedling, microinfusions, microchanneling… Similar names, very different processes and results. If your skincare search tabs keep multiplying, this one’s for you 🩷
Before you book the first “micro” treatment you see, let’s get clear on which options will actually work for you. Blush Aesthetics’ specialists put together this guide to help you make the right decision for your skin, whether that’s micro-injections or microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg.
How Traditional Microneedling Works
With roots in ancient Chinese medicine, microneedling has been around for centuries. This simple, proven method uses ultra-fine needles to create microscopic injuries on your skin’s surface. These controlled “micro-wounds” aren’t deep enough to damage your skin. In fact, they do the opposite, reaching just deep enough to trigger your body’s natural healing response.
When your body jumps into repair mode, it produces more collagen and elastin—the small yet powerful fibers that give your skin its strength and flexibility. Studies show that microneedling can increase collagen production by up to 400%, naturally restoring firmness and smoothing fine lines, scars, and dark spots.
However, not every microneedling method can deliver the same outcomes. The device, depth, technique, and aftercare all play a role.
How Radiofrequency Microneedling Works
While traditional microneedling offers proven benefits, the needles can only reach so far. The needles themselves can’t reach your skin’s deeper layers, where real tightening and firming begin.
Radiofrequency (RF) microneedling changes that by adding a second step. It still uses tiny needles to trigger repair, but it takes advantage of the “microchannels” that those needles create. The needles’ tips emit radiofrequency energy into those pathways, reaching deeper than the needles can. That energy gently warms your skin, supercharging your body’s healing response.
We recommend microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg because it offers more dramatic results, without the dramatic downtime. At Blush Aesthetics, we use this deeper energy to rejuvenate the face and body, addressing:
- Fine lines
- Scars
- Stretch marks
- Pore size
- Uneven texture
- Hyperpigmentation
If traditional microneedling is a tap on the shoulder, RF microneedling is a direct conversation.
Microneedling vs Microinfusions
Microneedling and microinfusions sound like cousins, but they do different jobs. Microneedling focuses on repair, helping your skin rebuild over time by nudging collagen. Microinfusions focus on delivery, feeding your skin exactly what it needs, where it needs it.
At Blush, we use AquaGold’s patented microchannel technology to “micro-dose” a custom blend into your skin. That blend can include anything from vitamins and enzymes to wrinkle relaxers like Botox and fillers like Juvéderm.
While at-home skincare is important, topical products sit on the surface, fighting through your skin’s barrier. With AquaGold, we skip that struggle, injecting powerful ingredients where they can make the biggest impact.
A micro-infusion approach to Botox and fillers is great for those seeking more subtle results than traditional injections. Rather than targeting a specific area, it spreads smaller doses for an all-over refresh, refining pores and boosting glow.
In short, microneedling is best for collagen-building and long-game repair, while microinfusions provide faster improvements in tone, hydration, and radiance. When you combine them, you get the best of both timelines, refining the surface while strengthening the structure.
Microneedling vs Microchanneling
All microneedling creates microchannels. That’s what needles do. However, not all microneedling devices get the label “microchanneling.” We know, it’s confusing, but just think “big-picture smoothing versus detail work.”
Microchannelling is a kind of microneedling, but the difference is how and where the needles move. Picture a pizza wheel versus a cookie stamp—both make impressions, but the motion changes the pattern. Microneedling devices can glide across your skin, while microchanneling stamps down in a steady pattern.
We may recommend microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg for broader areas. It can “sweep” across larger zones, great for overall texture improvement. Microchanneling creates more consistent microchannels and requires fewer passes, so it often suits smaller areas and more sensitive skin.
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Microneedling vs Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion uses a device with a diamond tip to gently exfoliate, immediately smoothing your skin’s surface. By removing dead and damaged skin cells clouding your complexion, this gentle approach can address dullness, clogged pores, and even minimize the appearance of fine lines.
Our DiamondGlow facial pairs advanced microdermabrasion with precise extractions and custom infusions, deeply cleansing and nourishing. It not only revives tired skin, but it also kills acne-causing bacteria, leaving skin softer, plumper, and more moisturized.
Microdermabrasion and dermaplaning sound similar, but dermaplaning uses a surgical blade rather than diamond-tipped suction. Using that blade, dermaplaning gently removes vellus hair (also known as “peach fuzz”) and the top layer of dead and damaged skin cells. It’s a gentler approach, ideal for hair removal and light exfoliation.
Choosing the Right Approach
We’ve covered what makes all of the “micro” skin rejuvenation treatments different, but how do you decide which is right for you? The honest answer is: your skin is unique, and so are your goals, habits, and budget.
For example, someone looking to firm their skin without risking unnaturally “pulled” results may be a great fit for microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg. However, someone wanting to smooth and prevent broader fine lines may be better suited for Botox microinfusions.
We don’t expect you to memorize every step of every option. That’s why choosing the right treatment comes down to choosing the right provider—one that knows every option and takes the time to understand you and your skin.
Choosing the Right Provider
Before you schedule an appointment for microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg (or any skin rejuvenation treatment), check the providers’ credentials. Does their website explain their treatment options and how they personalize them? Do their clients’ before and after photos align with your vision? Do their reviews line up with how they paint themselves?
Even the most advanced technology is only powerful in skilled hands.
Meet Our Team
Blush Aesthetics’ team of skin specialists sees our roles as more than just jobs. Every day, we have the opportunity to help someone feel more confident in their skin, and we don’t take that lightly.
As a nationally recognized aesthetic trainer, our founder, Erin Henessey, DNP, sets the standard. With a 25-year track record of success, she doesn’t settle for “good enough.” Instead, she leads the leaders, sharing her proven techniques with other providers and contributing to clinical trials to shape the future of aesthetics near Perrysburg.
Beyond expertise, we’re all about transparency. We don’t shy away from giving our honest opinions on what will work best for you. Instead, we explain why, so you can make confident decisions about your care.
Step 1: Consultation
Nothing here is one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re interested in microdermabrasion or microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg—or you’re not sure where to start—your journey begins with a consultation.
This initial visit gives us the time to understand you and your goals and study your skin. After talking through your skincare routine and medical history, we perform an in-depth skin analysis using VISIA technology. Once we’ve determined the root cause(s) of your concerns, we make recommendations that align with your lifestyle and budget.
Step 2: Your Microneedling Treatment
Before you arrive for your appointment for microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg, we tell you exactly what to expect. We make sure to answer any lingering questions before getting started, ensuring your physical and emotional comfort at every step.
Then, we’ll help you lie back so we can cleanse and numb the area you want to treat. You may experience some warmth and tingling or prickling sensations as we glide the device over your skin, but we make sure it’s tolerable.
Step 3: Microneedling Aftercare
After your microneedling session, be gentle with your skin. Avoid makeup, harsh skincare products, and swimming for the first 72 hours.
For the next few weeks, protect your skin from the sun as it heals and always wear SPF 30 or above. We’ll send you home with detailed aftercare instructions, but never hesitate to reach out with questions.
Most of our patients begin to notice improvements a few weeks after microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg. As your body produces more collagen and your skin rebuilds, your results continue to improve. Depending on your starting point and end goal, we may recommend additional treatments to achieve the best final outcomes.
Ready to love the skin you’re in?
As the leading medspa in Toledo, Blush Aesthetics doesn’t just treat your skin. We transform it. Our experts laser focus on your skin goals, taking the time to truly understand them so we can take the guesswork out of your journey.
Yes, we’re masters in skin anatomy, but we’re also your partners. We provide the support and resources you need to make informed, confident decisions about your care.
Schedule your consultation to step into the most confident version of yourself.
Comprehensive Care for Every Chapter
Your skin is just as unique as you are, which is why we offer so much more than microneedling with radiofrequency in Perrysburg. From medical facials and injectables to weight loss support, we do it all—because you deserve it all.
Use our treatment planning tool to narrow your options and build a plan that fits your aesthetic and wellness goals.
