Microneedling in Zurich – as deep as necessary, not as deep as possible
Are you looking for Microneedling for finer pores, smoother skin or acne scars? We work with the original SkinPen® – and we’ll honestly tell you when Microneedling is the right treatment and when another treatment will be more effective.
alestetics® at Konradstrasse 1 in Zurich (3 minutes from the HB) offers Microneedling with the original SkinPen®. A session lasts about 60 minutes and costs CHF 300, including a care kit for at-home use.
Microneedling is considered the answer to almost everything. But it isn’t.
For years, microneedling was the standard treatment – not because it’s the best for every problem, but because:
It is inexpensive and almost every beautician can offer it.
Some devices can even be purchased privately for home use.
There were hardly any alternatives for a long time – today there are methods that are more gentle, have less downtime, and can achieve more depending on the goal.
Good for texture – with clear limits.
Fine sterile needles create tiny channels into the skin. The skin repairs them and forms new collagen in the process. Microneedling is often also used to Dermapen named.
Good for
Skin texture, enlarged pores, fine lines and light acne scars – best as part of a plan. Suitable for all skin types.
Prerequisite
A healthy skin barrier. If it is weakened or the skin is reactive, we first strengthen it – otherwise Microneedling will irritate more than it helps.
Patience
First improvements after 2–3 weeks, the full results after 3–6 months, because the skin forms new collagen.
Boundaries
For deep scars, weakened firmness or thin skin, there are methods that achieve more – see the guide below.
Lower doesn't mean better.
Microneedling is often sold as «medical» because the needles go deeper. However, deeper means primarily: more redness, longer recovery time, and more strain on the skin barrier.
For skin texture, pores, and fine lines, a low depth is sufficient – we work up to 0.5 mm, adapted to the zone.
Verified product information: SkinPen® by Crown Aesthetics — official manufacturer’s website
We have alternatives – that’s why we don’t have to sell you anything that doesn’t suit you.
And if Microneedling is right for you, we’ll do it carefully.
Original SkinPen®, sterile disposable cartridge
Even, controlled needle depth – adapted to the zone. A new sterile cartridge for each treatment.
No active-ingredient mix during needling
We use a neutral gel so that the skin is not unnecessarily irritated. We use active ingredients selectively – separately from the Needling process.
Care kit for at home
To finish, a mask and Dermalux™ light therapy; you take the matching aftercare home with you.
Which treatment suits your goal?
When it comes to pores, skin texture, and first fine lines, Microneedling is a good choice – or LaseMD Ultra™, which works in a similar way, without needles. For deeper acne scars, Vivace® RF-Microneedling or Stellar M22™ ResurFX™ usually achieves better results.
When the skin loses firmness, we use Vivace® or Volnewmer®. Thin, tired skin often needs structural support first, for example with PolyPhil™ or Fillmed NCTF®. And those who simply cannot afford downtime are better served with HydraFacial™ or Dermadrop TDA®.
These are examples, not a rule. Here’s how we proceed: AURA 3D first takes 3D photos of your skin. Then we assess the skin barrier and prepare the skin if necessary. Only then do we choose the treatment that best suits your goals – combined in our skin plans with treatments for hydration, tone, and firmness. The analysis is our gift to you for getting started.
Learn more: LaseMD Ultra™ · Vivace® · ResurFX™ · Volnewmer® · PolyPhil™ · HydraFacial™
How your session works – and what it costs.
Consultation and cleansing
We discuss your skin and your goals and determine if Microneedling is suitable. New to us? Then we recommend the AURA 3D skin analysis first.
Microneedling with customized depth
Up to 0.5 mm, zone-specific adjustments, with neutral gel. Then soothing mask, Dermalux™ light therapy and SPF 50.
Redness like after a mild sunburn
After 24–48 hours, you can usually return to social activities. For 24–48 hours, no sauna and no intense exercise; daily SPF 50. You take the care kit home with you.
CHF 300 per session
Face, about 60 minutes, including a care kit, mask, and Dermalux™ light therapy. Neck + CHF 100, décolleté + CHF 200. All prices →
Not possible with: weakened skin barrier, active herpes or skin infection, open wounds, acute acne flare-up, fresh sunburn, tendency to keloids, isotretinoin (6 month interval), pregnancy and breastfeeding; not recommended for people under 18 years of age.
What you need to know about Microneedling.
Ten questions that are asked most frequently about Microneedling – answered honestly.
How much does Microneedling in Zurich cost at alestetics®? +
CHF 300 for the face, about 60 minutes, including a home care kit, a mask and Dermalux™ light therapy. Neck costs + CHF 100, décolleté + CHF 200.
Why is microneedling much cheaper elsewhere? +
In Zurich, prices range from around CHF 110 to over CHF 400. Differences lie in the device, hygiene, and advice. We use the original SkinPen® and a sterile disposable cartridge – and recommend microneedling only if it suits your goals.
How deep should Microneedling be? +
As deep as necessary, not as deep as possible. For skin texture, pores, and fine lines, a shallow depth is sufficient; we work up to 0.5 mm. Deeper means primarily more redness and downtime – for deeper goals, we use other devices.
Is «medical» microneedling better? +
Not automatically. Often, «medically» just means that the needles go deeper – with a longer recovery time. What matters is whether the method suits your goals and your skin.
Does Microneedling help with acne scars? +
With mild acne scars, yes, in a series of treatments. With deeper scars, Vivace® RF-Microneedling or Stellar M22™ ResurFX™ usually achieves better results.
Microneedling or RF-Microneedling – which is better? +
RF-Microneedling (Vivace®) combines needles with radiofrequency heat and is more effective for firmness and deeper scars. Classic microneedling is gentler and suitable for texture and pores.
Are there alternatives without needles? +
Yes. LaseMD Ultra™ improves skin texture and pores with laser, Volnewmer® tightens with heat, without needles at all. The AURA 3D skin analysis shows which method suits you.
How long will I be red after Microneedling? +
Most often 24–48 hours, like after a mild sunburn. After that, the skin may remain dry for a few days or shed fine flakes.
Which clinic in Zurich offers Microneedling with SkinPen®? +
alestetics® at Konradstrasse 1, 3 minutes from the Zurich Main Train Station, has been using the original SkinPen® since 2021 and has over 800 reviews with 5.0 stars.
When is Microneedling not possible? +
In cases of weakened skin barrier, active herpes or skin infection, open wounds, acute acne flare-up, fresh sunburn, tendency to keloids, while using isotretinoin (6-month interval), during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and under 18 years of age.
Not every skin needs needles. Every skin deserves a plan.
Book Microneedling directly – or start with the AURA 3D skin analysis: We photograph your skin in 3D and honestly tell you which treatment will best achieve your goal. The analysis is our gift to you for getting started.
Professionally reviewed by Alexandra Stroganova, Founder & pre-aging expert · Updated: October 2026
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