Rockstar Facial vs. Microneedling: Which One Is Right for You?

Written By Vera Singleton


At Potentia Med Spa, we’re often asked, “What’s better—microneedling or the Rockstar facial?” The answer depends entirely on your skin type, current concerns, and what you’re hoping to achieve. Both treatments offer incredible benefits for skin rejuvenation, but they work in different ways and are ideal for different conditions.

Let’s break it down.

The Rockstar Facial

When Your Skin Needs an Instant Glow

The Rockstar facial uses plasma energy to exfoliate the skin and trigger immediate tightening. Unlike microneedling, it doesn’t require numbing and is a relatively quick, in-and-out treatment. Fibroblasts, stimulated by plasma energy, works by stimulating fibroblasts—the collagen-producing cells in the dermis that help maintain skin firmness and aid in wound healing. This process tightens, smooths, and rejuvenates the skin, creating a more youthful look without surgery.

Best For:

  • Individuals with crepe-like skin, particularly around the mouth, jowls, or lower face

  • Clients with active acne

  • Those who are prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH)

  • All skin types, including more sensitive or melanated skin.

  • Those who have had bad experiences with microneedling

How It Works:

Plasma energy creates controlled heating and exfoliation at the skin’s surface. This initiates collagen production and causes instant skin contraction—giving you that “Rockstar” glow.

Common Add-Ons:

  • Exosomes

  • Peptides

  • Glutathione (for brightening)

Results:

  • Noticeable tightening and lift immediately

  • Continued improvement in skin texture and firmness over the following weeks

Microneedling

Tiny Channels, Deep Skin Repair

Microneedling, we use (Skinpen), is a device with fine needles to create microchannels in the skin, allowing active ingredients to penetrate deeper. It’s excellent for skin refinement and improving skin quality in between advanced treatments.

Best For:

  • Clients with fine lines or mild skin aging

  • Uneven tone or texture

  • Hyperpigmentation or discoloration

Note: Microneedling is not recommended for those with active acne.

How It Works:

Microneedling triggers a healing response that stimulates new collagen formation. It’s a great delivery system for actives like:

  • Exosomes

  • PDGF

  • PRP/PRF (Vampire Facial)

Treatment Requirements:

  • Requires numbing for comfort

  • Healing time is typically 24–48 hours

  • Best results seen after a series of treatments

Results

  • Gradual smoothing and resurfacing over time

  • Continued improvement in skin texture and firmness over the following weeks



Start with a Skin Analysis

Before we recommend any treatment, we start with a comprehensive skin analysis. This helps us determine your skin age, current concerns, and create the best rejuvenation protocol for your unique goals.

Both treatments have a place in a strategic anti-aging or corrective skin plan. The key is knowing where to start—and that’s what we’re here for.


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If you have more questions about which is better for you the Rockstar Facial Vs Microneedling, we’d love to hear from you. Schedule a consultation with our team of experts at Potentia MedSpa in Lafayette, California, or call us at 510-230-2282. We are the only Functional Aesthetics Medspa in the San Francisco Bay Area, offering a combination of medical expertise, innovative technology in skin care, and holistic support for midlife hormone changes.

Vera Singleton
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