Whats the actual difference between getting microneedling done with just the device alone versus when they add serums or other products during the treatment, ive seen providers mention this and im not sure if its actually beneficial or just an upsell

adding serums during microneedling isnt purely an upsell, there is a legitimate reason behind it though the extent of benefit can vary depending on what product is used. the micro channels created during the treatment temporarily increase how deeply certain topical ingredients can penetrate the skin, so applying something like hyaluronic acid or growth factor serums right after can enhance hydration and support the healing process. that said not every added product is worth the extra cost, and some providers do market add ons more aggressively than others, so its reasonable to ask your provider specifically what theyre applying and why before agreeing to any extras

when i did mine the provider used a hyaluronic acid serum right after and my skin felt noticeably more hydrated and plump for the next couple days compared to sessions where nothing extra was used. i cant say for certain how much of that was placebo versus real benefit, but the difference was consistent enough across sessions that i kept opting for it. i didnt feel pressured into it though, they explained the reasoning clearly which made me more comfortable saying yes. this page goes into some detail about what gets applied during treatment if youre curious https://bellasanamedspa.com/service/microneedling