The chest, or décolletage, is often overlooked in skincare, but it's one of the first areas to show sun damage, crepey texture and vertical lines from sleeping on your side. Microneedling can help this area look smoother and more even. Here's how.
The short answer: use a 24-pin cartridge at 0.6mm on the chest every four weeks to help soften the look of lines and crepey texture, with nanoneedling in between for hydration. Keep the skin taut, work gently, and protect the area with SPF every day.
Why chest lines form
- Sleeping on your side, which creases the skin into vertical lines
- Sun exposure, as the chest is often uncovered and forgotten with SPF
- Thin skin with fewer oil glands
- Collagen loss with age and hormonal changes
What microneedling can help with
| Concern | How it may help |
|---|---|
| Vertical sleep lines | Softer-looking lines over several sessions |
| Crepey texture | Smoother, firmer-looking skin |
| Sun spots and uneven tone | More even-looking skin, with SPF |
| Dryness | Better hydration from serums |
Your routine
- Cleanse the chest and pat dry. Disinfect your skin, hands and pen.
- Attach a new, sealed 24-pin cartridge and set 0.6mm and a low speed.
- Apply hyaluronic acid across the area.
- Lift your chin slightly and use your free hand to keep the skin taut.
- Glide in overlapping strokes across the lines, then along them. Work gently over the breastbone.
- Finish with hyaluronic acid and a fragrance-free moisturiser.
Repeat every four weeks. Nanoneedle with a Nano cartridge in between for extra hydration.
Aftercare
- Wear soft, loose, clean clothing over the area.
- Avoid perfume on the neck and chest for 72 hours.
- Keep the area out of direct sun, and apply SPF daily.
- Avoid heavy exercise and saunas for 48 hours.
Habits that help
- Extend your skincare down to your chest: serum, moisturiser and SPF.
- Try sleeping on your back, or use a supportive pillow designed to reduce chest creasing.
- Use retinol on the chest on other days, starting slowly.
- Wear a high-SPF sunscreen with low-cut tops.
Chest care with Olapen
A 24-pin cartridge on Olapen covers the chest evenly at 0.6mm, and the Nano cartridge adds gentle hydration in between. For the neck, see microneedling for the neck and jawline.
Frequently asked questions
Can microneedling help chest wrinkles?
It can help lines and crepey texture look softer over several sessions.
What depth should I use on my chest?
0.6mm.
Which cartridge is best for the chest?
The 24-pin cartridge.
How do I stop chest lines from sleeping?
Sleeping on your back or using a supportive pillow can help.
Can I microneedle my chest and face in the same session?
Yes, switching to the right cartridge for each area.
The bottom line
The chest deserves the same care as your face. Microneedle with a 24-pin at 0.6mm every four weeks, add nanoneedling for hydration, protect the area with SPF, and the décolletage can look smoother and more even.
Microneedling and nanoneedling are cosmetic procedures. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition. If you have a skin condition or any concerns, speak to a healthcare professional.