Treatment

Microneedling in Houston

A collagen-supporting treatment for texture, pores, scars, and long-term skin quality.

Improves the look of texture, pores, scars, and skin quality over time with a plan that respects your skin barrier.

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Provider-ledEvery plan starts with your skin, goals, and timeline.

ZO pairedHome care can be matched to the treatment for better upkeep.

Houston careIn-office services from the ZO Skin Centre team.

Microneedling treatment detail — Real treatment planning, refined results

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Microneedling case 1: a series of three SkinPen microneedling treatments softened acne scars and smoothed texture.View full case

Google patient reviews

What Houston patients say about ZO Skin Centre.

5 from 285+ Google reviews

These reviews were published on the ZO Skin Centre Houston Google Business Profile. Individual experiences and results vary.

★★★★★4 years ago

“I did the microneedling procedure, she made sure I was fully numb and in no pain!”

AdrianaView on Google

★★★★★2 months ago

“Mini was awesome! She was patient and explained everything to me and made me feel so SEEN. I am so happy with my treatment and can't wait to return. I will be telling all my friends about her!”

Nicole MichelleView on Google

★★★★★2 months ago

“Krista provides such an excellent service! She is knowledgeable and provides customized advise based on your skin without judgment or overselling. She is very approachable, answers your questions and proactively shares recommendations on how to care for your skin at home. Look for Krista on your next appointment!”

Sganarelle CarnahanView on Google

Who performs this treatment

Microneedling is planned by a named clinical team.

Your consultation confirms candidacy, sequence, timing, and whether this treatment belongs in your plan.

Performed by

MiniRegistered Nurse and aesthetic injector

KristaMaster Esthetician and Professional Laser Technician

Physician oversight

Led by Dr. Mark Khorsandi.

ZO Skin Centre Houston is physician-owned and medically overseen by Dr. Mark Khorsandi, founder and medical director. His oversight supports conservative treatment planning and escalation when a physician evaluation is appropriate.

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What it targets

What Microneedling helps improve.

Many patients search by the problem they see in the mirror before they know which treatment to book. These are the concerns your provider may plan around during a Houston consultation.

How this treatment helps

Your provider matches the treatment to the visible concern, your skin history, and your maintenance plan so the appointment has a clear purpose.

TexturePore appearanceAcne scarringFine lines

Texture

Microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries that support smoother-looking texture as skin repairs over time.

Pore appearance

By supporting collagen response, microneedling can help refine the look of enlarged pores and uneven skin quality.

Acne scarring

A series may help soften the look of shallow acne scars and post-breakout texture when planned consistently.

Fine lines

Collagen-supportive treatment can improve the look of early fine lines while keeping the approach focused on skin quality.

Treatment plan

Your Microneedling treatment plan

Active phaseAppointment

Skin is cleansed and treated in controlled passes to support collagen response.
Your provider adjusts intensity around texture goals, tolerance, and downtime.
Comfort, barrier health, and realistic expectations guide the appointment.

Best fit

Is Microneedling the right treatment for your concern?

Not every treatment fits every face. Here is an honest look at who gets the most from Microneedling — and who is usually better served by a different plan.

Best for

Patients with visible pores, uneven texture, shallow acne scars, or early fine lines who can follow a series and recovery plan.
Houston patients whose oil, humidity exposure, or post-breakout marks make barrier-aware preparation especially important.
People who want collagen support without the added heat and deeper remodeling of RF microneedling.

Not best for

Active inflamed acne, open skin, infection, or a flare that should settle before controlled needling.
Patients prone to pigment changes who have not completed a provider assessment and pigment-safe preparation plan.
Anyone who needs event-ready skin immediately; redness and temporary roughness need time to resolve.

Choosing the device

Microneedling vs RF microneedling in Houston.

SkinPen microneedling creates controlled microchannels without radiofrequency heat. Morpheus8® adds RF energy at depth. Houston sun, heat, pigment history, and the layer of the concern all shape which option fits.

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Morpheus8® RF

Adds radiofrequency energy for deeper remodeling when texture is paired with acne scarring, mild laxity, or selected body concerns.

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Chemical peels

Work closer to the surface for congestion, dullness, and uneven tone. A provider may sequence peels and microneedling rather than performing them together.

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Acne first, scars second

Active breakouts are usually stabilized before scar-focused needling. That sequence reduces avoidable irritation and keeps the plan focused.

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Frequency and pricing

Plan your treatment cadence.

Want an exact number for your face and goals? Pricing is confirmed at a free consultation, before anything is booked or treated.

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Frequency

Most patients start with a short series, then maintain results seasonally or as recommended by their provider.

Pricing$400

Microneedling is $400 per session, or $600 with PRP or Sculptra® added. Texture and scar plans are often quoted as a series, and your total is confirmed at your consultation before anything is booked.

Financing available

Explore flexible payment options for your treatment through Cherry.

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Houston clinic care

Designed around your treatment plan.

At the Montrose clinic at 810 Waugh Dr, Microneedling is planned around your goals, realistic timing, and what comes next. Patients visit from River Oaks, Bellaire, Upper Kirby, and the Medical Center.

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FAQs

What to know before you book.

How do I choose the best treatment for my concern?

Start with the visible issue you want to improve, then let your provider match the treatment to your skin, timeline, and candidacy.

What does microneedling help improve?

Microneedling is commonly used for visible texture, pores, acne scarring, fine lines, and overall skin quality.

How much downtime should I expect?

Most patients look pink or flushed after treatment. Your provider will explain expected redness, product restrictions, and when makeup can be resumed.

How many treatments will I need?

A series is often recommended for texture or scarring. Maintenance timing depends on your skin goals and how your skin responds.

Can microneedling worsen hyperpigmentation?

Any controlled skin injury can trigger pigment in susceptible skin. A provider should review your pigment history, active products, recent sun exposure, and recovery plan before treatment.

How much does microneedling cost in Houston?

Microneedling is $400 per session at ZO Skin Centre Houston, or $600 with PRP or Sculptra® added. Most texture and scar plans are quoted as a series, and the consultation confirms your total before anything is booked.

Can this be paired with ZO products?

Yes. ZO home care can support prep, recovery, and maintenance, but your provider will tell you exactly when to pause and restart actives.

The ZO Skin Centre difference

"Great skin is built in phases. We use treatments like microneedling to create momentum, then protect that progress with the right daily protocol."

ZO Skin Centre Houston provider teamTreatment planning philosophy

Ready when you are

Find out if Microneedling is right for you.

Consultations are free and pressure-free. A provider evaluates your skin, confirms candidacy, and gives you an exact plan and price — then the decision is yours.

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