Microneedling Vienna: Dermapen 4™ for smooth & firm skin without surgery

Microneedling is a modern collagen induction therapy that creates targeted micro-injuries to activate the body’s own production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. This can visibly improve the skin’s structure – for a smoother, fresher and firmer appearance after just a few treatments.

Medical microneedling not only helps to reduce wrinkles and scars, but also refines pores and is a popular treatment for improving the overall appearance of the skin. At our institute in Vienna, the treatment is carried out exclusively by experienced specialists using the modern Dermapen 4™ – for precise, safe applications and a naturally fresh appearance.

Microneedling Vienna: Benefits for firm, even skin:

  • Targeted anti-ageing effect: Microneedling promotes the formation of new collagen and elastin, which visibly reduces fine wrinkles and tightens the skin.

  • Refining the complexion: Ideal for reducing pores, scars and pigmentation marks for a smooth and even complexion.

  • Maximum effectiveness: The combination of microneedling and mesotherapy allows highly effective anti-ageing serums to penetrate deeper into the skin and enhance the effect.

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Microneedling Wien

Result

1-2 months

Intervention duration

60-75 minutes

Visible effect

4-12 months

Recommended treatment

4-8

Downtime

1-3 days

Pain (0-10)

1-2

Costs

from 225 €

Sustainability

From Head of Cosmetics:

From Head of Cosmetics:

Nathalie Herndlhofer
Medically reviewed by:

Medically reviewed by:

Dr. Peter Herndlhofer

Microneedling Vienna: The popular beauty treatment at GoAesthetic

Microneedling is one of the most popular minimally invasive anti-ageing treatments in Vienna. The targeted application of wafer-thin needles creates micro-injuries in the skin, which stimulate your natural production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. These crucial components contribute to skin firmness, elasticity and hydration. At GoAesthetic, we offer microneedling as an effective alternative to Botox and fillers for visibly smooth and firm skin.

Stars such as Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow have sworn by this method for years to maintain their youthful appearance. And at our institute in Vienna, we rely on the Dermapen 4™, one of the world’s leading and award-winning medical microneedling systems. With up to 2,000 microchannels per second and an individually adjustable needle depth of 0.5 – 3 mm, the Dermapen 4™ enables particularly precise and even treatment.
This technology supports optimal absorption of active ingredients, reduces skin redness and generally ensures a short recovery time of around one to two days.

Microneedling can be used to treat fine wrinkles, enlarged pores, acne scars or stretch marks and often leads to a visible improvement in skin texture and a high level of patient satisfaction.

Microneedling treatment: procedure and effect

Our microneedling treatment in Vienna begins with a thorough cleansing of the skin. We then apply an anaesthetic cream so that you hardly feel the treatment with the Dermapen 4™. This is because the Dermapen 4™ uses its innovative AOVN™ technology (Advanced Oscillating Vertical Needle) to create up to 2,000 microchannels in your skin in just one second. The subsequent healing process activates the body’s own production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid – key components for firm connective tissue.

Did you know? Collagen improves the firmness of the skin, elastin increases elasticity and hyaluronic acid provides sufficient moisture.

Thanks to the individually adjustable needle depth, we can respond to your specific skin problems in a targeted manner. In addition, highly concentrated active ingredient serums containing hyaluronic acid, retinol or vitamins are injected deep into the skin during the treatment. This combination of micro-injuries and active ingredient infusion leads to a significant reduction in wrinkles, scars and pore size.

After treatment at our Vienna institute, a soothing mask is applied to reduce redness and calm the skin. The advanced technology of the Dermapen 4™ enables faster healing with minimal downtime. The redness after treatment usually disappears after 1-2 days.

Dermapen 4™: The most advanced microneedling technology in Vienna

In recent years, the Australian-developed Dermapen 4™ has won numerous beauty awards, and not without good reason. The award-winning Dermapen 4™, which is considered one of the most advanced microneedling devices in the world, pricks far more microchannels than conventional devices, with up to 2,000 microchannels per second. More channels mean deeper absorption of active ingredients and therefore better results.

Thanks to AOVN™ technology (Advanced Oscillation Vertical Needle), we can introduce 80% more active ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid or retinol, deep into the skin during the microneedling treatment, which boosts skin renewal.

The Dermapen 4™ offers an individually adjustable needle depth of 0.5 to 3 mm to suit different skin types. This is particularly important when treating scars, stretch marks and fine lines, where precision makes all the difference. Thanks to the fast needle movement and anesthetic cream, you will experience virtually pain-free treatment with minimal downtime.

Our team at GoAesthetic combines the unique benefits of the Dermapen 4™ with medical treatment protocols to deliver the best for every skin condition.

The Dermapen 4™ is certified in accordance with the European Medical Device Directives (CE mark) and ISO-13485. It therefore meets the highest standards of safety, precision and quality management. We use sterile disposable needle cartridges for each treatment, which we dispose of after each application to minimize the risk of cross-contamination.

As we are convinced of its effectiveness, we only use the Dermapen 4™ for microneedling treatments at our institute in Vienna.

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Microneedling bei GoAesthetic

“Microneedling with medical treatment protocols are innovative anti-ageing treatments that can improve a variety of skin problems such as acne, scars and fine lines. This is because the Dermapen 4™’s precise AOVN™ technology creates controlled micro-channels that stimulate the body’s own collagen and elastin production. Medical microneedling is therefore more than just cosmetics.” – Dr. Peter Herndlhofer

Microneedling Vienna: Targeted applications for firm, even skin

At GoAesthetic in Vienna, we can effectively treat your skin with microneedling in 3 different ways:

  • Medical microneedling treatment

    Medical microneedling is particularly suitable for smoothing acne scars or reducing fine facial wrinkles or pigmentation spots. Medical needling is also the right choice for skin problems such as acne, scars or stretch marks in combination with peelings. Due to the greater needling depth (up to 3 mm), the skin reacts immediately to the microneedling treatment with redness and sometimes punctiform bleeding. The redness usually remains visible for 1-3 days. Andafter the treatment, we recommend a cooling moisturizing mask and consistent sun protection (SPF 30+) for the next 48 hours to minimize redness and ensure optimal results.

    The advantage for you: Due to the deeper penetration depth, medical microneedling can treat skin problems intensively. In combination with a peel, skin renewal is supported to the maximum.

  • Microneedling treatment with autologous blood (PRP or vampire lifting)

    Another effective anti-ageing treatment that only works with the body’s own growth and wound healing factors is the so-called vampire lift. This is an effective medical anti-aging procedure for smoothing the skin and improving its appearance. The treatment is also known as PRP therapy, where PRP stands for “platelet rich plasma”. Several studies have proven the effectiveness of PRP in promoting wound healing. PRP has also been used for years in the treatment of joint degeneration.

    The benefit for you: If you want to avoid additional serums & ingredients and rejuvenate your skin naturally, then a vampire lift is perfect.

    Find out more about the Vampire Lift.

  • Morpheus8™: The radiofrequency needling treatment

    Morpheus8™, which combines the benefits of microneedling with radiofrequency therapy, is another effective way to improve the appearance of the skin. Radiofrequency energy is released during the microneedling treatment, which improves the skin structure in the long term by increasing the formation of new collagen.

    The benefit for you: The perfect combination of microneedling and radiofrequency ensures long-lasting effects and even faster results at an advanced age. The recovery time after a treatment is usually only one to two days. As new collagen forms over several months, there is a visible improvement in skin texture and elasticity.

    Find out more about Morpheus8™.

Important: Not sure which procedure is right for you? No problem! Arrange a medical consultation now. We will be happy to help you find a treatment that is tailored to your needs and skin.

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When is microneedling not recommended?

Microneedling is a proven method of skin regeneration, but there are certain contraindications for which treatment should be postponed or avoided in order to prevent possible complications.

  • Active skin infections and skin injuries: In the case of acute skin infections – for example caused by bacteria or viruses such as severe acne, herpes simplex or shingles – microneedling should only be carried out after complete healing. The same applies to open wounds, fresh injuries or sunburn, as the microchannels created during treatment can make it easier for germs to penetrate. People with a tendency to keloids or hypertrophic scars should also be careful, as the treatment can increase the risk of scarring.
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding: We do not carry out microneedling treatments during pregnancy and breastfeeding. This is because the skin is particularly sensitive during this phase and the immune system reacts differently than usual. For precautionary reasons, we therefore recommend that you only undergo treatment after you have finished breastfeeding.
  • Taking medication and medical treatments: People taking systemic blood thinners (e.g. acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), Marcoumar) have an increased risk of bleeding and hematoma. Similarly, after taking isotretinoin (Ciscutan) or high-dose topical retinoids, you should wait at least six months after completing therapy, as the skin may be more vulnerable. You should also consult your doctor if you are taking medication for autoimmune diseases at the same time.

On average, 4-8 microneedling treatments are recommended with an interval of 4-6 weeks between treatments. If microneedling is not the right choice, at GoAesthetic we offer safe alternatives to best meet your skin needs. For example, if you want to see quick anti-aging effects, hyaluronic acid injections may be a better choice.

We will be happy to advise you to find the right treatment design for you.

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Can you do microneedling at home?

DIY microneedling has limited effectiveness and increases the risk of infection and scarring. Microneedling at home is possible in principle, but carries considerable risks and is not recommended from a medical point of view. The home devices required for this, such as dermarollers or dermapens, can be purchased easily and cheaply, especially online, but generally have shorter needles (0.1 to 0.3 mm) compared to medical devices used by professionals. Some inexpensive devices even have similar-sounding names to well-known medical microneedling pens.

However, despite their easy availability, home devices harbor several risks. In addition to limited effectiveness and inferior quality, hygiene deficiencies and incorrect aftercare are also serious risks.

Hygiene checklist: Minimum requirements that home appliances often struggle to meet:

Limitation of DIY devices with short needles

At-home microneedling devices are often designed to improve the absorption of skin care products by lightly puncturing only the top layer of skin (epidermis). Although they are relatively safe, this surface treatment is not sufficient to trigger deeper skin regeneration and collagen production, as is the case with professional microneedling, due to the short needle length. Professional microneedling treatments, such as those performed at our institute in Vienna, are carried out exclusively with sterile, medically certified disposable needles. In contrast, many DIY devices work with reusable attachments, the sterility of which cannot usually be reliably guaranteed.

Medically inappropriate use

Although some needling devices have longer needles – sometimes even longer – there is a risk of considerable skin damage if they are used incorrectly, which can lead to permanent scars. This is because the needling depth must be adapted to the face and facial region. The increasing risk of infection should also not be neglected.

Poor hygiene conditions

When microneedling at home, poor hygiene management means an increasing risk of infection. Improperly disinfected needles or reused attachments pose an enormous risk of infection. Our medically trained specialist staff always work with sterile disposable gloves and under strict hygiene standards. When microneedling is carried out independently, this important protective barrier is often missing. In a professional institute, the devices are carefully cleaned with approved disinfectants before and after each treatment. Home devices, on the other hand, are often inadequately disinfected or disinfected with non-medically approved cleaning agents, which can increase the germ load. In addition, the repeated use of the same needling attachment leads to blunt needles, which increase the risk of micro-injuries and scarring.

Dangers of unsuitable products after microneedling

Many people use unsuitable products after microneedling at home that were not developed for damaged skin. Products with silicones, essential oils or fragrances can penetrate deeper into the skin through the open microchannels and cause intolerance or inflammation. In the worst case, this can lead to granulomatous reactions in which the body tries to encapsulate these foreign substances, which can lead to long-term skin problems.

The advantage of a professional microneedling treatment

At GoAesthetic in Vienna, we exclusively use the electric DermaPen 4™, which generates around 2,000 puncture channels per second at maximum speed and achieves an individually adjustable needle depth of 0.5 to 3 mm to ensure optimal results. This allows all serums such as hyaluronic acid, vitamins and antioxidants to reach exactly where the skin needs them.

Although home devices are inexpensive and easy to purchase, the risks outweigh the benefits. Therefore, we recommend leaving microneedling to trained professionals to get the best results without unwanted side effects.

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Your reasons for a Microneedling in Vienna at GoAesthetic

Natural

Included special serums consisting of hyaluron, antioxidants and vitamins.

Highly effective

Use of the Dermapens 4™ for a more wrinkle-free skin than by ordinary microneedling devices.

Firming

Reduction of acne scars and stretch marks to improve the appearance of the skin.

Safe

High safety standard through DermapenWorld – which was the first company to establish electronic microneedling over 20 years ago.

What experiences our customers have had

Curious now? Here you will find a selection of reviews and experiences that our customers have had with microneedling in Vienna at GoAesthetic.

Procedure of a microneedling treatment at GoAesthetic

  • Preparation

    At the beginning, a medical cleansing and disinfection is performed for an optimal preparation of your skin.

  • Treatment

    Before the treatment, we apply an anesthetic cream and after sufficient exposure time, microneedling begins using Dermapen 4™. Here, the pen generates over 1800 microchannels per second.

  • Revitalization

    Now your skin is ready for more energy. Special serums with hyaluronic acid, vitamins and antioxidants are applied to your skin to give it an extra glow in the coming weeks.

  • Aftercare

    Finally, you’ll get a restorative hydrating mask.

  • Result

    Immediately after the treatment, your skin will glow rosier & fresher. Any redness disappears after a short time.

Which skin types can be treated with microneedling?

Microneedling treatment is a natural anti-ageing solution that effectively combats typical signs of ageing such as fine facial wrinkles (e.g. crow’s feet or lip wrinkles). At GoAesthetic, microneedling can be used to treat all skin types. Whether sensitive, oily or dry skin. It can be used to improve a wide variety of skin problems. Microneedling treatments can also effectively help with stretch marks, acne scars and pigmentation disorders such as pigmentation spots.

Did you know? You can find more information on different skin types and skin problems in our medical guide.

Important: Depending on the desired treatment and individual skin condition, the treatment protocol and the needling depth of the device are adjusted.

We can achieve the following improvements:

  • Smoothing fine lines and wrinkles
  • Reduce (acne) scars
  • Minimize pores and acne
  • Refinement of uneven skin tones (such as: pigment spots).
  • Reduction of facial redness such as rosacea
  • Smoothing stretch marks and stretch marks
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Microneedling costs with the Dermapen™ at GoAesthetic Vienna

  • Medical microneedling face
    225 €
  • + Neck/Décolleté
    + 70 €
  • Microneedling with autologous blood (vampire lifting)
    390 €
  • + neck
    + 100 €
  • + Neck & Décolleté
    + 170 €
  • 4x medical microneedling face
    840 €
  • 4x microneedling with autologous blood
    1480 €

Important info about the treatment with microneedling

Quality is important to us and always comes first at GoAesthetic. That’s why we take plenty of time for the initial consultation. If you would like to have a microneedling with us, the consultation is free of charge. However, if you can’t decide right away, we charge a consultation fee of €140. But the good news is that we’ll credit you €50 towards your next treatment.

Please also note that microneedling cannot always be carried out afterwards. Keyword: free appointments. Simply call us in advance or send us an e-mail to clarify whether treatment is possible following a medical consultation.

Microneedling Erfahrung

What do you have to consider when microneedling?

Before treatment:

  • No active inflammation in the treated area (e.g.: fever blisters). If you are prone to fever blisters, we recommend medication prophylaxis two days before the microneedling.

  • Some blood-thinning or anticoagulant medications should be temporarily discontinued after consulting your doctor.

  • If you have recently had a wrinkle injection, it should have been at least two weeks ago before the medical microneedling is carried out.

After treatment:

  • No sports on the day of treatment.

  • No scratching or pressing of the treated skin.

  • No massages or cosmetic treatments on the face for 2 days.

  • Be sure to apply sunscreen with SPF 30 outdoors for 5 days to protect the skin from UV rays.

  • No steam bath and sauna visits for 1 week.

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Any questions? Our FAQ section cannot replace a consultation, but it should give you some initial guidance.

The number of microneedling treatments varies depending on the treatment goal. On average, 4-8 microneedling treatments are necessary, with a break of 3-6 weeks between treatments to give the skin sufficient time to regenerate. For specific goals, such as the reduction of scars and stretch marks, we recommend 5-8 treatments, as these indications require longer and more intensive treatment. Refresher treatments once or twice a year can be useful for long-term skin care.

The duration of the effect of microneedling depends on the number of treatments performed and the treatment goal. As an anti-ageing treatment, microneedling can lead to long-lasting improvements in skin structure if performed regularly. The procedure can also smooth the skin surface of scars, especially sunken acne scars, as new collagen fibers are formed. However, the skin type also plays an important role: younger skin or skin with mild structural changes usually reacts more quickly and visibly, while deeper wrinkles or pronounced scars require several sessions to achieve stable and long-term results.

Laser skin rejuvenation often involves an ablative procedure that specifically damages the surface of the skin to stimulate the production of type III collagen. This method results in fine, usually invisible scars that contribute to skin tightening. In contrast, microneedling promotes the production of type I collagen, which plays an important role in skin structure and makes up 90% of the collagen in the body. This gentler method improves the appearance of the skin without damaging the surface and thus supports natural regeneration.

Usually not, but this depends on the subjective feeling and the desired treatment: Acne scars or skin rejuvenation? Stretch marks or wrinkles? Depending on the treatment, we need to change the depth of the needles. But: Traditional techniques with dermarollers are often more painful than the Dermapen 4™ – despite the same penetration depth. As the fine needles of the Dermaroller penetrate much more slowly than those of the Dermapen 4™, which is used in our institute in Vienna. And beware: treatment with dermarollers on the face is not recommended, as fine scars can occur if used incorrectly. Nowadays, from a medical point of view, only electric pens should be used for facial microneedling.

No. As a rule, microneedling does not leave scars if the treatment is carried out professionally. It is a controlled procedure in which tiny needles create micro-fine injuries in the skin to stimulate collagen production and improve the skin’s structure.

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More questions about microneedling? Simply make a personal consultation appointment online.

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Last update: 17.10.2025

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