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What should you know about ellisys microneedling?

Equipment and setting used in Microneedling
Illustration: Equipment and setting used in Microneedling

Short answer

Microneedling uses fine needles to create controlled punctures that stimulate skin repair and collagen remodelling.

This answers one question. It is not a diagnosis and does not replace an assessment by a licensed doctor.

At a glance

Main action
Controlled punctures and repair response
Possible downtime
Redness and sensitivity while skin settles

What the treatment does

A device passes sterile needles over the skin at a selected depth. The process can soften the look of fine lines, uneven texture, acne scars, and some pigmentation concerns, but suitability depends on the diagnosis and skin condition. Redness, warmth, pinpoint bleeding, swelling, and sensitivity may follow. Microneedling is different from RF microneedling, which adds heat beneath the skin.

Preparing and recovering

Before treatment, disclose active acne, cold sores, eczema, psoriasis, a tendency to form raised scars, recent tanning, and medicines that affect healing. Afterward, use the recommended gentle cleanser and sun protection, and avoid picking, harsh products, swimming, and heavy heat until the surface has settled. A microneedling pen is a device type; the operator's settings and hygiene also matter.

When to seek care

Get medical advice for spreading redness, increasing pain, pus, fever, persistent swelling, or a new rash after treatment. Delay treatment and seek assessment if the skin has an active infection or unexplained flare. Pigment changes that persist should be reviewed, particularly in skin that marks easily.

Questions for your doctor

Ask what concern is being treated, what needle depth and device are planned, how many appointments may be considered, and whether fractional laser or RF microneedling fits your skin better.

Find care

General Clinics & Polyclinics in Abu Dhabi

That answer is general. If you want it applied to your own case, these are licensed general clinics & polyclinics listed in Abu Dhabi.

City

Ordered by verification status and how complete each clinic's public record is, then alphabetically. This is a directory listing, not a ranking — Zavis does not rate or recommend providers.

A factual listing drawn from the DHA, DOH and MOHAP licence registers. It is not a referral, an endorsement, or advice that any of these providers is right for you.

Questions people ask

Is microneedling suitable for melasma?

It may be considered in selected cases, but melasma can worsen with irritation, so diagnosis and planning matter.

Can I use makeup immediately afterward?

Follow the treating clinician's timing because freshly treated skin may need a period without makeup.

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Medical disclaimer. This page is general health information, not medical advice, and it cannot diagnose you. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider about your own symptoms and treatment. In an emergency in the UAE, call 998 for an ambulance.