Microneedling

Dermapen 4™

Advanced microneedling. Smoother texture. Healthier-looking skin.

At Sunset Skin, we don’t use just any microneedling pen. We use the Dermapen 4™, one of the world’s most advanced professional microneedling systems.

Dermapen 4 takes traditional microneedling to the next level with 16 ultra-fine needles capable of creating up to 1,920 microchannels per second. These controlled micro-injuries activate your skin’s natural healing response, stimulating collagen and elastin production to improve the overall appearance and quality of your skin.

Why We Chose Dermapen 4™

  • Professional, medical-grade microneedling technology
  • FDA-cleared for improving the appearance of facial acne scars in adults 22+
  • Creates up to 1,920 microchannels per second
  • 16-needle precision cartridge
  • Adjustable treatment depth for customized treatments
  • Helps stimulate your body's natural collagen + elastin production
  • Designed for precision with minimal unnecessary trauma to surrounding skin
  • Customizable treatments based on your individual skin concerns

Microneedling Add-Ons

VAMP™ is a skin-revitalizing treatment designed to improve skin hydration, texture, and elasticity while reducing wrinkles and tightening pores. 

Its key active ingredient, PDRN (Polydeoxyribonucleotides), consists of low-molecular-weight DNA fragments extracted from wild salmon, purified to over 95% for safety and biocompatibility. 

PDRN works at a cellular level to stimulate collagen production, enhance fibroblast activity, and support tissue repair, contributing to smoother, firmer, and more radiant skin.

VAMP™ combines medical-grade PDRN with a proprietary blend of:

  • Vitamins (11 types)
  • Amino acids (23 types)
  • Minerals (6 types)
  • Hyaluronic acid

This combination enhances skin hydration, elasticity, and overall radiance while supporting the skin’s natural healing processes. 

VAMP™ is often used post-treatment to accelerate recovery and maximize results from procedures such as microneedling laser treatments.

Key benefits include:

  • Enhanced skin hydration and moisture retention
  • Tightened pores and smoother texture
  • Reduction of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Support for tissue repair and regeneration
  • Improved skin elasticity and firmness

PDGF refers to Platelet‑Derived Growth Factor, a pharmaceutical‑grade, recombinant protein used in Ariessence Pure PDGF+ as a potent, topical regenerative treatment to accelerate skin repair and rejuvenation. 

What PDGF Is

PDGF (Platelet‑Derived Growth Factor) is a naturally occurring protein in the body that plays a key role in cell growth, tissue repair, wound healing, and collagen production. 

 In medicine, it has been studied for decades and is FDA‑approved for certain regenerative uses, including wound healing and bone regeneration 

Ariessence Pure PDGF+ is a topical, post‑procedural enhancement that delivers a sterile, lab‑engineered form of PDGF‑BB, one of the most active and well‑studied variants. 

It is combined with hyaluronic acid for hydration and skin barrier support. 

Key Features

  • Pharmaceutical‑grade & recombinant: Produced without blood draws, ensuring consistency and safety
  • High potency: Up to 300,000× the growth factor concentration of many competing aesthetic products
  • Four‑ingredient formula: Water, sodium acetate, hyaluronic acid, and sh‑polypeptide‑59 dimer
  • No patient platelet dependency: Unlike PRP, results are not variable by individual platelet quality

This combination enhances skin hydration, elasticity, and overall radiance while supporting the skin’s natural healing processes. 

How It Works

When applied after procedures such as microneedling, RF microneedling, laser resurfacing, or chemical peels, PDGF in Ariessence:

  • Activates fibroblasts to produce collagen and elastin
  • Stimulates angiogenesis (new blood vessel formation) for better nutrient delivery
  • Promotes cell proliferation and tissue remodeling
  • Supports skin barrier health and hydration

Benefits Reported

Clinical and provider feedback highlights:

  • Faster recovery and reduced downtime
  • Improved skin texture, tone, and elasticity
  • Enhanced results with fewer treatment sessions due to higher potency
  • Consistent, predictable outcomes without the variability of PRP

In short: PDGF in Ariessence is a concentrated, medically proven growth factor delivered in a safe, topical form to boost skin regeneration, smooth fine lines, and speed recovery after aesthetic procedures 

Microneedling FAQs

Your treatment begins with a consultation and skin assessment so we can customize your Dermapen 4 treatment to your skin type and individual goals.

During treatment, the Dermapen 4 is passed across the treatment area while the needle depth and speed are adjusted as appropriate. Most treatments are relatively quick, and downtime is typically minimal. Temporary redness, sensitivity, dryness, or mild swelling can occur following treatment.

While some patients notice improvements after a single treatment, a series of treatments is typically recommended for optimal results, particularly when treating acne scarring or more significant texture concerns.

Reveal smoother, healthier-looking skin with advanced Dermapen 4™ microneedling in Tacoma at Sunset Skin.

Dermapen 4 treatments can be customized to help improve the appearance of:

  • Acne scars
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Uneven skin texture
  • Enlarged-looking pores
  • Uneven skin tone
  • Sun-damaged and aging skin
  • Certain types of scars and stretch marks

Dermapen 4 uses rapidly oscillating microscopic needles to create thousands of precise microchannels within the skin. These controlled micro-injuries initiate the body's natural repair process and promote new collagen and elastin production.

As the skin remodels following treatment, patients may notice smoother texture, improved firmness, and healthier, more radiant-looking skin.