Microneedling depth varies by area, concern, and skin type, ranging from 0.25mm for product absorption and delicate areas to 1.0-2.5mm for acne scars and deeper wrinkles.
Needle Depth:
Dr. Pen microneedling depth chart
Use Area |
Thin Skin |
Thick Skin |
Speed |
forehead |
0.25-0.5mm |
0.5-0.75mm |
1-3 |
Eyebrow area |
0.25-0.5 mm |
0.5-1.0mm |
1-3 |
nose |
0.25mm |
0.5mm |
1‑2 |
around the eyes |
0.25mm |
0.25-0.5mm |
1‑3 |
cheek |
0.5mm |
0.5-1.0mm |
1‑3 |
jaw |
0.5-1.0mm |
1.0-2.0mm |
2‑4 |
upper lip |
0.25mm |
0.25-0.75mm |
1‑2 |
Facial acne scars |
1.0-1.25mm |
1.5-2.0mm |
1‑3 |
Stretch Marks |
1.5-2.0mm |
1.5-2.0mm |
2‑4 |
Surgical & Burn Scars |
2.0-3.0mm |
2.0-3.0mm |
4‑6 |