Clinical Guide
The Skinin treatment protocol
A step-by-step guide to performing the treatment — from preparation through aftercare. For registered medical practitioners.
Procedure
Twelve steps, every time
- 1
Cleanse
Thoroughly cleanse the treatment area.
- 2
Document & Diagnose
Record the diagnosis and take before pictures.
- 3
Apply Topical Anaesthetic
Numb the area for a comfortable treatment.
- 4
Maintain Sterility
Glove up and prepare sterile equipment.
- 5
Disinfect Treatment Area
Disinfect skin immediately before needling.
- 6
Insert Cartridge
Fit a new, sealed EO-sterilized cartridge.
- 7
Select Needle Depth
Dial in depth per the regional protocol table.
- 8
Select Speed
Choose the speed setting for the region.
- 9
Treat the Area
Work the treatment area with vertical needling.
- 10
Follow Treatment Direction
Follow the directional face-map pattern.
- 11
Ice Pack & Rest
Cool the skin and allow the patient to rest.
- 12
After Care & Pictures
Apply follow-on protocols and take after pictures.
Depth & Speed
Suggested depth and speed by region
A general guide only — adjust to the individual patient and indication.
| Region | Needle depth | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Forehead | 0.25–0.5 mm | 4 |
| Peri-orbital | 0.25–0.5 mm | 3 |
| Nose | 0.25–0.5 mm | 4 |
| Chin & Jawline | 0.25–0.5 mm | 4 |
| Peri-oral | 0.25–0.5 mm | 4 |
| Cheeks | 0.75–2.0 mm | 4 |
| Back of Arms | 0.75–1.0 mm | 4 |
| Back (Acne) | 0.75–1.5 mm | 4 |
| Neck & Décolletage | 0.75–1.5 mm | 4 |
| Breast (Striae) | 1.5–2.0 mm | 4 |
| Stomach (Striae) | 1.5–2.0 mm | 4 |
| Thighs & Buttocks | 0.75–1.5 mm | 4 |
| Scar Tissue* | Increase protocol by 0.5 mm | * General guide only |
Treatment-direction map
Healing Phases
What happens after the treatment
Inflammation
1–5 days
Phagocytosis, growth factors
Proliferation
2–21 days
Angiogenesis, collagen deposition, fibroplasia, GAGs, re-epithelialisation, contraction, apoptosis
Maturation
20 days – 24 months
Collagen replacement, maturation type III → I
Post-treatment expectations
- Spot bleeding can be expected during treatment; skin may feel warm for 1–3 days
- A pinkish glow appears immediately post treatment — with no epidermal tearing
- Peeling or flaking may occur in 3–5 days; do not pick or scratch, use moisturizer
Treatment Courses
Recommended course by indication
Rejuvenation
4–6 treatments, 4 weeks apart
Acne scarring
6 treatments, 6 weeks apart
Stretch marks
4–8 treatments, 4–6 weeks apart
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