Clinical protocols

Microneedling protocols by clinical objective

Each therapeutic objective requires a specific combination of device, needle depth, cosmetic active and number of sessions. These protocols are based on the Mesoceuticals® catalogue by Institute BCN.

All actives indicated are Mesoceuticals® by Institute BCN, topical and cosmetic use only. Not injectable, not pharmaceutical.
01

Anti-ageing facial rejuvenation

Loss of firmness, fine lines, lack of radiance, enlarged pores

Profundidad
0.5–1.5mm by anatomical zone
Dispositivo
Electric dermapen
Sesiones
4–6 sessions · 14–21 day interval
Main Hyaluronic Acid 2% (BCN Classics) Deep hydration and redensification
Support BCN ECQ10 (BCN Cocktails) Antioxidant protection and neocollagenesis
Advanced BCN Tensis Peptides (BCN Advanced) Tensing peptides on ECM

Procedimiento

  1. Double cleanse and disinfection
  2. Skin diagnosis: type, phototype, collagen status
  3. First pass: maximum zone depth (cheeks 1–1.5mm, forehead 0.5mm, eye contour 0.25mm)
  4. Apply HA 2% under the head during movement
  5. Second pass: reduced depth 0.5mm — apply BCN ECQ10
  6. Final seal with pure HA 2% — leave 20 min without washing
  7. Post-care: SPF 50 mandatory, no make-up for 6h, no heat for 24h
02

Hyperpigmentation and dark spots

Melasma, solar lentigines, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, uneven tone

Profundidad
0.3–0.5mm — never deeper on hyperpigmented areas
Dispositivo
Electric dermapen or TDS
Sesiones
6–8 sessions · 14-day interval · Autumn/winter only
Main BCN Melano (BCN Cocktails) Glutathione + kojic + glycolic + ascorbate
Support Vitamin C (BCN Classics) Direct tyrosinase inhibitor
Advanced BCN Lumen Peptides (BCN Advanced) Next-gen depigmenting peptides

Procedimiento

  1. SPF 50 mandatory from 2 weeks before starting the protocol
  2. Gentle cleanse — no exfoliation on treated area the week of the protocol
  3. Maximum depth 0.5mm — use 16-needle cartridge on facial zone
  4. Apply BCN Melano under the head during treatment
  5. Finish with vitamin C + HA for sealing and antioxidant support
  6. Strict SPF 50 after each session — contraindicated in summer without rigorous photoprotection
03

Alopecia and scalp

Androgenetic alopecia grades I–III, diffuse alopecia, telogen effluvium

Profundidad
0.5–1.0mm
Dispositivo
1.0mm dermaroller (wide area) or dermapen (specific zones)
Sesiones
12–16 sessions · Once weekly
Main BCN Revita-Hair (BCN Cocktails) Biotin, zinc, ginkgo biloba, panthenol
Support Biotin (BCN Classics) Pure biotin for advanced cases
Advanced BCN Capillum Peptides (BCN Advanced) Peptides + follicular microcirculation

Procedimiento

  1. Standardised reference photograph at each session
  2. Wash scalp with gentle shampoo — dry completely before treatment
  3. Apply active (BCN Revita-Hair) on the area before rolling
  4. Grid movements: left-right, up-down, diagonal × 2 — uniform pressure
  5. Reapply active after each pass
  6. Do not wash scalp for 4h after treatment
04

Atrophic acne scars

Rolling, boxcar and ice-pick scars. Not applicable for active keloids.

Profundidad
1.0–2.0mm by type
Dispositivo
Electric dermapen (essential for depth control)
Sesiones
6–12 sessions · 4–6 week interval
Main BCN Base (BCN Cocktails) Sodium DNA + HA + silanetriol
Support Asian Centella (BCN Classics) Cicatricial regeneration and remodelling
Advanced BCN Tensis Peptides For rolling and boxcar scars

Procedimiento

  1. Classify scar type: ice-pick (1.5–2mm), rolling/boxcar (1–1.5mm)
  2. First pass: maximum depth directly on each scar, multiple passes
  3. Second pass: reduced depth 0.75–1mm over entire treated area
  4. Apply BCN Base under head during treatment
  5. Finish with vitamin A + HA 2% for regenerative sealing
  6. More intense post-care: erythema may last 48–72h. No sun for 5 days.
05

Cellulite and body contouring

Grade II–III cellulite, localised fat, body firmness loss

Profundidad
1.0–2.0mm
Dispositivo
1.5mm dermaroller (abdomen, thighs, buttocks)
Sesiones
8–12 sessions · 1–2 sessions per week
Main BCN Adipo Forte (BCN Cocktails) Carnitine + phosphatidylcholine + deoxycholate + silicon
Support Caffeine + L-Carnitine (BCN Classics) Controlled doses for personalised protocols
Complement DMAE (BCN Classics) Tensing and firming effect on treated areas

Procedimiento

  1. Delimit treatment area with marking before start
  2. Apply active on skin before the dermaroller
  3. Grid movements over entire area — 3 passes
  4. Reapply active after each pass
  5. Final seal with DMAE + organic silicon for tensing effect
  6. Recommendation: combine with manual lymphatic drainage the following week
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