Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS PROCELL MICROCHANNELING?
Procell Microchanneling is a non-invasive, cutting-edge biotechnology procedure that induces a significant transformation to the appearance of the skin that can last a lifetime.
HOW DOES PROCELL MICROCHANNELING STIMULATE CHANGES IN MY SKIN?
A single Procell treatment creates hundreds of thousands of microchannels. In response to each micro-channel, a natural healing process begins which initiates the formation of new collagen, elastin and other building blocks of healthy skin. Over time, repeated treatments can:
-smooth the skin’s texture
-tighten pores
-lighten dark spots
-reduce lines and wrinkles
-help tighten slack skin
-minimize acne scarring
-improve red blotchy skin and rosacea
-can be used anywhere on the body
HOW DO STEM CELLS ASSIST IN HEALING?
Human growth-factor serums derived from bone marrow stem cells are known to promote scarless healing with minimal inflammation. Application of serums immediately after microchanneling treatment enhances delivery and collagen growth.
*see more FAQ’s to learn from where these human growth factors are derived
WHO CAN DO PROCELL MICROCHANNELING?
Procell microchanneling treatments are minimally invasive and they are also safe for all skin types. Whether you are fair-skinned or dark, and even if you experience chronic breakouts, properly conducted microchanneling treatments will not result in hyperpigmentation, keloid scars, or other lasting negative side effects.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS DO I NEED?
Answer: 4 treatments is the minimum recommendation; however, some people will need more depending on the level of correction they wish to make. Treatment “packages” are available and all Procell treatments are scheduled 4 weeks apart. Six (6) or more treatments may be recommended for scarring, laxity and deeper wrinkles.
DOES A PROCELL TREATMENT HURT?
There is a small bit of discomfort, as there is with any esthetic treatment where you would expect to see significant results. Topical numbing is available upon request.
DO I REALLY NEED THE PROCELL HOME-CARE SERUMS?
In short, yes you do! The serums are the other half of the Procell protocol that ensure maximum benefit and results, so if you expect to get the most significant results possible for your skin, you need to utilize the complete protocol
Microchanneling stimulates the body to release peptides, cytokines and growth factors that induce collagen production. As you get older, the stem cells that produce these vital proteins lose efficacy and decline in population, so microchanneling alone becomes less and less effective. Because of premature aging, the Microchannel Delivery Serum during your treatment, along with the home-care Cellular Renewal Serum and Healing Accelerator Serum become more vital to improvement. Use of the Procell home-care serums ensure the skin continuously receives potent, robust, pristine peptides, cytokines and growth factors even in between treatments. Think of diet and exercise, microchanneling without serums is like exercising without dieting. Results can be good with microchanneling only, but are significantly amplified with serums.
IMPORTANT NOTE: a fully appropriate home-care protocol (ie-cleanser, toner, Procell home-care serums, moisturizer, SPF) is necessary to achieve optimum results.
WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?
Results typically start to become visible within the first 4 weeks after your first treatment; however, neocollagenesis (the production of new collagen) can take several weeks, it is not abnormal to notice an improvement in the quality and appearance of your skin within the first 24 hours. After 2-3 treatments a thicker more robust, collagen filled cellular matrix (the skin’s underlying foundation) will produce more consistent and noticeable improvement. Six (6) or more treatments may be recommended for scarring, laxity and deeper wrinkles.
CAN PROCELL MICROCHANNELING BE USED ANYWHERE ON THE BODY?
Yes. For instance: to smooth up crepey skin on the arms, sagging skin above the knees, diminishing stretch marks, scarring, smoothing the appearance of cellulite, and more.
HOW LONG WILL THE RESULTS LAST?
The stimulation of new cell growth, collagen and elastin continues for approximately 6 weeks, then the new collagen will continue to harden for up to 3yrs. It is recommended that you do maintenance treatments between 2-4x per year, depending on your personal lifestyle and age
NOTE: remember, aging never stops, so you must take care of your skin properly for the results to last as long as possible
WHERE DO THE PROCELL STEM CELLS COME FROM?
Procell utilizes purified human growth factors. and stem cells cultivated from the bone marrow of a live, 26yr old, female athlete in the year 2000, NOT fetuses. This purified bone marrow was a one-time cultivation; and, since these biologics replicate themselves, a single cultivation was all that was needed.
IS PROCELL TESTED ON ANIMALS?
No
IS THERE DOWNTIME?
There is a 90-minute downtime, meaning the channels in the skin are open for approximately 90 minutes after your treatment. During the first 90 minutes after your treatment, do not apply makeup, sunscreen or moisturizer, touch your skin or use your cellphone up to your face. You may also look as though you have a light sunburn for approximately 24-48hrs, which can be covered with makeup.
SHOULD I AVOID SUN AFTERWARDS?
Yes, you should avoid direct, prolonged sun exposure for a minimum of 7 days after your treatment (and that includes driving in your car without SPF). But let’s face facts….UV rays break down collagen and elastin and accelerate aging. So be smart and wear a minimum 30 SPF every single day! Why invest in anti-aging if you’re not going to protect your skin from the things that age you?
WHO SHOULD NOT RECEIVE PROCELL MICROCHANNELING?
If you have any underlying condition that significantly impairs your immune system, it is a good idea to avoid microchanneling. Examples include but are not limited to:
active radiation or chemotherapy
-uncontrolled diabetes
-chronic inflammatory skin disease
-Accutane in the past 2 years
-hemophilia
-active sickness/infection
-anyone with stainless steel allergies
-those who are pregnant or nursing
Procell Microchanneling is a non-invasive, cutting-edge biotechnology procedure that induces a significant transformation to the appearance of the skin that can last a lifetime.
HOW DOES PROCELL MICROCHANNELING STIMULATE CHANGES IN MY SKIN?
A single Procell treatment creates hundreds of thousands of microchannels. In response to each micro-channel, a natural healing process begins which initiates the formation of new collagen, elastin and other building blocks of healthy skin. Over time, repeated treatments can:
-smooth the skin’s texture
-tighten pores
-lighten dark spots
-reduce lines and wrinkles
-help tighten slack skin
-minimize acne scarring
-improve red blotchy skin and rosacea
-can be used anywhere on the body
HOW DO STEM CELLS ASSIST IN HEALING?
Human growth-factor serums derived from bone marrow stem cells are known to promote scarless healing with minimal inflammation. Application of serums immediately after microchanneling treatment enhances delivery and collagen growth.
*see more FAQ’s to learn from where these human growth factors are derived
WHO CAN DO PROCELL MICROCHANNELING?
Procell microchanneling treatments are minimally invasive and they are also safe for all skin types. Whether you are fair-skinned or dark, and even if you experience chronic breakouts, properly conducted microchanneling treatments will not result in hyperpigmentation, keloid scars, or other lasting negative side effects.
HOW MANY TREATMENTS DO I NEED?
Answer: 4 treatments is the minimum recommendation; however, some people will need more depending on the level of correction they wish to make. Treatment “packages” are available and all Procell treatments are scheduled 4 weeks apart. Six (6) or more treatments may be recommended for scarring, laxity and deeper wrinkles.
DOES A PROCELL TREATMENT HURT?
There is a small bit of discomfort, as there is with any esthetic treatment where you would expect to see significant results. Topical numbing is available upon request.
DO I REALLY NEED THE PROCELL HOME-CARE SERUMS?
In short, yes you do! The serums are the other half of the Procell protocol that ensure maximum benefit and results, so if you expect to get the most significant results possible for your skin, you need to utilize the complete protocol
Microchanneling stimulates the body to release peptides, cytokines and growth factors that induce collagen production. As you get older, the stem cells that produce these vital proteins lose efficacy and decline in population, so microchanneling alone becomes less and less effective. Because of premature aging, the Microchannel Delivery Serum during your treatment, along with the home-care Cellular Renewal Serum and Healing Accelerator Serum become more vital to improvement. Use of the Procell home-care serums ensure the skin continuously receives potent, robust, pristine peptides, cytokines and growth factors even in between treatments. Think of diet and exercise, microchanneling without serums is like exercising without dieting. Results can be good with microchanneling only, but are significantly amplified with serums.
IMPORTANT NOTE: a fully appropriate home-care protocol (ie-cleanser, toner, Procell home-care serums, moisturizer, SPF) is necessary to achieve optimum results.
WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS?
Results typically start to become visible within the first 4 weeks after your first treatment; however, neocollagenesis (the production of new collagen) can take several weeks, it is not abnormal to notice an improvement in the quality and appearance of your skin within the first 24 hours. After 2-3 treatments a thicker more robust, collagen filled cellular matrix (the skin’s underlying foundation) will produce more consistent and noticeable improvement. Six (6) or more treatments may be recommended for scarring, laxity and deeper wrinkles.
CAN PROCELL MICROCHANNELING BE USED ANYWHERE ON THE BODY?
Yes. For instance: to smooth up crepey skin on the arms, sagging skin above the knees, diminishing stretch marks, scarring, smoothing the appearance of cellulite, and more.
HOW LONG WILL THE RESULTS LAST?
The stimulation of new cell growth, collagen and elastin continues for approximately 6 weeks, then the new collagen will continue to harden for up to 3yrs. It is recommended that you do maintenance treatments between 2-4x per year, depending on your personal lifestyle and age
NOTE: remember, aging never stops, so you must take care of your skin properly for the results to last as long as possible
WHERE DO THE PROCELL STEM CELLS COME FROM?
Procell utilizes purified human growth factors. and stem cells cultivated from the bone marrow of a live, 26yr old, female athlete in the year 2000, NOT fetuses. This purified bone marrow was a one-time cultivation; and, since these biologics replicate themselves, a single cultivation was all that was needed.
IS PROCELL TESTED ON ANIMALS?
No
IS THERE DOWNTIME?
There is a 90-minute downtime, meaning the channels in the skin are open for approximately 90 minutes after your treatment. During the first 90 minutes after your treatment, do not apply makeup, sunscreen or moisturizer, touch your skin or use your cellphone up to your face. You may also look as though you have a light sunburn for approximately 24-48hrs, which can be covered with makeup.
SHOULD I AVOID SUN AFTERWARDS?
Yes, you should avoid direct, prolonged sun exposure for a minimum of 7 days after your treatment (and that includes driving in your car without SPF). But let’s face facts….UV rays break down collagen and elastin and accelerate aging. So be smart and wear a minimum 30 SPF every single day! Why invest in anti-aging if you’re not going to protect your skin from the things that age you?
WHO SHOULD NOT RECEIVE PROCELL MICROCHANNELING?
If you have any underlying condition that significantly impairs your immune system, it is a good idea to avoid microchanneling. Examples include but are not limited to:
active radiation or chemotherapy
-uncontrolled diabetes
-chronic inflammatory skin disease
-Accutane in the past 2 years
-hemophilia
-active sickness/infection
-anyone with stainless steel allergies
-those who are pregnant or nursing
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