Skin Rejuvenation
Microneedling in Van Nuys
Reviewed by Dr. Aloysius Fobi, MD, Medical Director, ALGM Beauty Bar · Last Updated: May 2026
A typical microneedling session at our Van Nuys clinic runs 45 to 60 minutes, including a numbing phase. Most patients complete a series of 3 to 6 sessions spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, depending on the concern being treated. Expected downtime is mild, with 24 to 48 hours of pinkness similar to a light sunburn. Visible improvements in skin tone, pore appearance, and fine lines typically appear 4 to 6 weeks after a session as new collagen forms.
We serve patients across Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks, Encino, North Hollywood, and Burbank. To book a microneedling consult, call (747) 755-5333 or visit our contact page.
Before You Book
Is Microneedling at ALGM Right for You?
Five questions we get asked most before a first microneedling visit.
Traditional microneedling vs RF microneedling. Which one is right for me?
Traditional microneedling creates tiny channels at the skin surface to trigger collagen. RF microneedling (we use Morpheus8) adds radiofrequency heat in the deeper layer, so it tightens as well as resurfaces. The shorter version: pore size, acne scars, and surface texture often respond well to traditional; sagging, jawline definition, and deeper laxity usually want RF. Lily walks through which one matches your skin in the consult, and we do not push the more expensive option if traditional is enough.
How much downtime should I plan for?
Plan on 24 to 48 hours of pinkness, similar to a mild sunburn. Most patients return to work the next day with makeup, and to normal exercise after 48 hours. RF microneedling may add a day to the redness window. We give you exact aftercare instructions for your treatment type so you know what to expect by hour, not just by day.
How many sessions will I need, and how soon will I see results?
Most patients see best results from a series of three to six sessions, spaced four to six weeks apart. You may notice a glow within a few days of the first session, but the real change shows up four to six weeks later as new collagen forms. By session three, most patients see clear improvement in pore size, tone, or texture. One session alone usually will not get you there. We will tell you a realistic session count for your goal in the consult.
Can I combine microneedling with PRP or fillers?
Yes, both pairings work, but at different times. PRP (platelet-rich plasma) layered onto microneedling during the same visit accelerates healing and amplifies collagen response, and it is one of the most-requested combos here. Fillers, on the other hand, are best on a separate day from microneedling so the channels in your skin do not push product around. Lily maps the order of operations in the consult based on what you are treating.
I have acne scars / large pores / fine lines. Will microneedling actually help?
For acne scars (rolling or boxcar), microneedling is one of the most evidence-backed treatments because collagen remodels the scar floor over a series. For pore size, you see improvement after two to three sessions as collagen around each pore builds back up. For fine lines, microneedling works on surface lines well; deeper expression lines respond better to Botox or filler. We are honest about what microneedling can and cannot do for your specific concern.
Your Treatment Team
Performed by our trained team
Microneedling at ALGM Beauty Bar is performed under the medical direction of Dr. Aloysius Fobi, MD. Our founder, Lily Gazaryan, has trained in microneedling personally and supervises each treatment plan.
Microneedling is one of the treatments I trained in personally because it works well for so many different skin goals. In Van Nuys, I see patients asking about pore size, acne scarring, fine lines, and skin texture. The treatment is gentle, but it only works if patients complete the series. One session will not do it. That is the honest answer.Lily Gazaryan, Founder, ALGM Beauty Bar
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Plan your microneedling series
Microneedling works best in a series of three to six sessions. We will walk through what to expect, what each step costs, and what realistic results look like.
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please schedule a consultation with our team to discuss your individual needs.