TL;DR, Key takeaways: Microneedling for hair loss uses tiny needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the scalp. Research suggests it may add benefit when combined with minoxidil, though trial quality is modest. At Beyond Medical Aesthetics in Markham, it is delivered with growth factors as part of a structured Hair Restoration Program. Results build gradually over several sessions and vary from person to person.
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Does Microneedling Work for Hair Loss?
Microneedling may help, mostly as an add-on rather than a stand-alone fix. A 2025 systematic review of 12 randomized trials (631 people with androgenetic alopecia, with 11 of the trials pooled in the meta-analysis) found that microneedling plus minoxidil produced a greater increase in hair count and hair diameter than minoxidil alone (Archives of Dermatological Research, 2025). Both patients and investigators were also more likely to rate the combination as improved, and side effects such as itching were mostly mild.
Those results come with real caveats. The trials varied a lot from one to the next, every one was rated as having “some concern” for risk of bias, and most were run in Asia, the Middle East and North Africa. Treat the findings as encouraging rather than conclusive.
A 2025 network meta-analysis points the same way for women. Microneedling combined with minoxidil added roughly 22 more hairs per square centimetre than minoxidil alone at 24 weeks. In men, the only combination that reached statistical significance was finasteride plus minoxidil, and most comparisons across the analysis were rated low or very low quality (Frontiers in Medicine, 2025). In short, microneedling looks more promising in combination than on its own.
Why Is Microneedling Combined With Growth Factors?
Growth factors are signalling proteins that cells use to communicate during tissue repair. Microneedling opens small, temporary channels in the scalp, and the idea behind adding growth factors is to place those signals where follicles can reach them while the skin is already in repair mode.
It is worth being straightforward here: most of the clinical data above tests microneedling with minoxidil, not microneedling with a specific growth factor product. The growth-factor approach is based on the biology of wound healing and on related research into PRP, so it is best viewed as a reasonable, evidence-informed add-on rather than a proven upgrade. A provider should explain this clearly before you start.
Not everyone responds to minoxidil on its own, which is one reason clinics build combination plans instead of relying on a single product.
How Does Microneedling With Growth Factors Differ From PRP?
Both treatments aim to give follicles a stronger repair and growth signal, but they use different sources.
- Microneedling with growth factors: needling of the scalp combined with a topical growth factor solution applied to the treated area. No blood draw is needed.
- PRP (platelet-rich plasma): growth factors come from your own blood, which is drawn, spun to concentrate platelets and then injected or applied to the scalp. You can read how that works in our guide to PRP for hair loss or see the PRP for hair service.
The two are often combined. Beyond’s Hair Restoration Program uses PRP and microneedling together, with growth factors as part of the regimen.
What Happens During a Scalp Microneedling Session?
A typical visit at a Markham clinic follows these steps:
- Assessment. A provider reviews your hair history, pattern of loss and any medications, and may recommend bloodwork if a medical cause is suspected.
- Preparation. The scalp is cleansed and, where appropriate, a numbing agent is applied.
- Microneedling. A sterile device creates controlled micro-channels across the treatment area.
- Growth factor application. The solution is applied to the treated scalp.
- Aftercare. You receive guidance on washing, sun protection and when to resume hair products.
Most people describe mild tenderness during the procedure and temporary redness afterward. Expect your scalp to feel sensitive for a short period.
Not sure whether microneedling suits your type of hair loss? Book a hair loss consultation at Beyond Medical Aesthetics in Markham.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Microneedling for Hair Growth?
It tends to suit people with early to moderate thinning where follicles are still active, such as female pattern hair loss or male pattern hair loss in its earlier stages. It is less likely to help in areas that are completely bald and smooth, where follicles have been lost.
It is not a fit for everyone. Active scalp infections, open wounds, certain skin conditions and some medical situations are reasons to wait or choose another option, so a medical assessment matters. If your shedding is sudden or patchy, see a physician first. For a closer look at causes by group, see our guides on women’s hair thinning, hair loss in men and the early signs of hair loss.
How Many Sessions Do You Need, and When Do Results Show?
Hair grows slowly, so patience is part of the process. Treatment is delivered as a series rather than a single visit, and the systematic review above found benefit across studies running 12 weeks and longer, with larger effects reported in longer trials (though that difference was not statistically significant). Many people look for early changes in shedding and texture over the first few months, with fuller changes building across the series. Maintenance sessions help sustain results, and individual outcomes vary.
What Does the Hair Restoration Program Cost?
At Beyond, microneedling with growth factors is offered through the Hair Restoration Program, which combines PRP and microneedling. These are the options listed on the program page at the time of writing:
Option | Cost | Sessions | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
Package | $3,000, paid in full | 4 per year, every 4 weeks or as needed (valid 12 months) | Homecare hair bundle (about $215 value) and 1 complimentary consultation |
Revive | $3,570 total: $820 down, then 11 monthly payments of $250 | 6 per year, about every 1.5 months | Homecare bundle, unlimited complimentary consultations, 10% off ongoing haircare products |
Sustain | $2,280 total: $190 down, then 11 monthly payments of $190 | 4 per year, every 3 months | Unlimited complimentary consultations and 10% off haircare products; intended for Revive graduates or current members |
Revive and Sustain carry a 30-day cancellation notice. Pricing and terms can change, so confirm current details on the program page or at your consultation.
The Bottom Line
Microneedling for hair loss has encouraging, though not yet definitive, evidence, particularly alongside minoxidil. Adding growth factors is a biologically reasonable step, but it works best within a plan built around the cause of your thinning, with realistic expectations on timing. If you live in Markham, Toronto or elsewhere in the GTA, the team at Beyond Medical Aesthetics can assess your scalp and recommend an approach. See the hair loss treatments overview, browse real before and after results, or book your hair restoration consultation today. Results vary and treatment is not suitable for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does microneedling regrow hair?
It may help improve hair count and thickness in people with androgenetic alopecia, especially alongside minoxidil, but it will not revive follicles that have already been lost. Results vary.
Is microneedling for hair loss painful?
Most people report mild discomfort, which a numbing agent can reduce. The scalp is usually tender and pink for a short time afterward.
What is scalp microneedling with growth factors?
It is a procedure where tiny needles create micro-channels in the scalp and a growth factor solution is applied to the treated area to support the repair response around follicles.
Can I use minoxidil while having microneedling?
Many protocols combine the two, but timing matters because the scalp is more absorbent right after needling. Ask your provider when to pause and restart.
How often should I have microneedling for hair growth?
It depends on the plan. Programs at Beyond range from sessions every four weeks to every three months, depending on the option chosen and your assessment.