ellacor® with Micro-Coring® Technology in Staten Island, NY

What Is ellacor®?

ellacor® is an FDA-cleared, non-surgical skin-removal procedure that uses proprietary Micro-Coring® Technology to improve the appearance of moderate and severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face. Unlike lasers, radiofrequency, or heat-based treatments, ellacor® does not use or produce heat during treatment, helping avoid thermal injury.

The procedure works by using specially designed hollow needles to precisely remove tiny columns of skin. After the micro-cores are removed, the skin naturally begins to heal, helping improve the appearance of loose skin, wrinkles, and facial aging.

What Can ellacor® Treat?

ellacor® may be used to improve the appearance of:

• Jowls: Helps improve jawline definition and create a more sculpted lower-face appearance.
• Nasolabial Folds: Softens smile and laugh lines.
• Lower-Face Wrinkles: Improves moderate to severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face.
• Chin Wrinkles: Smooths lines in a difficult-to-treat area.
• Cheeks: Helps improve texture and age-related skin changes.
• Upper Lip Lines: Helps reduce the appearance of fine vertical lines around the mouth.
• Loose Skin: Removes micro-cores of skin to support a tighter, smoother-looking result.

What Are the Benefits of ellacor®?

Non-Surgical Skin Removal

ellacor® is the first and only FDA-cleared procedure designed to non-surgically remove excess skin.

Removes Up to 8% of Skin

The Micro-Coring® Procedure can remove up to approximately 8% of skin in the treated area through tiny micro-cores.

No Heat or Thermal Injury

Unlike many energy-based devices, ellacor® does not use heat, radiofrequency, or laser energy. This means the treatment does not cause thermal injury.

Natural-Looking Results

Because ellacor® works with your body’s natural healing response, the goal is visible improvement that still looks like you.

Targets the Mid and Lower Face

ellacor® is especially valuable for patients concerned with lower-face aging, jowls, smile lines, chin wrinkles, and skin laxity.

Minimal Incisions, No Traditional Surgery

ellacor® removes skin through tiny micro-cores rather than a surgical incision, making it an option for patients who are not ready for or do not want a facelift.

ellacor® vs. Other Skin Tightening Treatments

Choosing the right skin tightening or wrinkle treatment depends on your anatomy, skin quality, age, goals, and tolerance for downtime.

ellacor® vs. Facelift Surgery

A facelift surgically removes and repositions skin and deeper tissue. ellacor® is not a facelift, but it offers a non-surgical option for patients seeking visible improvement in lower-face wrinkles and skin laxity without traditional surgery.

ellacor® vs. RF Microneedling

RF microneedling uses needles and heat-based energy to stimulate collagen. ellacor® is different because it physically removes micro-cores of skin without using heat.

ellacor® vs. Laser Resurfacing

Laser resurfacing improves tone, texture, and skin quality using laser energy. ellacor® is focused on non-surgical skin removal and improvement of moderate to severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face.

ellacor® vs. Injectables

Injectables can restore volume or soften expression lines, but they do not remove excess skin. ellacor® may be a better option for patients whose primary concern is lower-face laxity, jowls, or wrinkles caused by loose skin.

What to Expect During the Treatment

At Still Well Med Spa, your ellacor® treatment begins with a personalized consultation. We will assess your skin, facial structure, goals, medical history, and whether you are an appropriate candidate.

Before Your Appointment

Your provider may recommend that you:

• Avoid excessive sun exposure before treatment.
• Stop certain medications or supplements that may increase bleeding or bruising risk, if medically appropriate.
• Avoid active skincare ingredients as directed.
• Arrive with clean skin free of makeup, lotions, or heavy products.
• Discuss any history of cold sores, abnormal scarring, keloids, active skin conditions, or recent cosmetic procedures.

During the Procedure

The treatment area is prepared, and local anesthesia or numbing may be used for comfort. The ellacor® device then uses hollow needles to remove tiny micro-cores of skin in a controlled pattern. These micro-cores are small enough to heal without visible scarring in appropriate candidates.

After the Procedure

After treatment, you may experience redness, swelling, bruising, tenderness, tightness, crusting, dryness, peeling, or temporary marks in the treated area. These are among the potential side effects identified by ellacor®’s safety information.

Post-Treatment Care Instructions

After ellacor®, proper aftercare is important. Your provider will give you detailed instructions based on your treatment plan, but general guidance may include:

• Keep the treated area clean and protected.
• Avoid direct sun exposure.
• Use only approved gentle skincare while healing.
• Avoid harsh exfoliants, retinoids, or active ingredients until cleared.
• Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, and excess heat as directed.
• Do not pick or scratch the treated skin.
• Follow all follow-up instructions provided by your Still Well Med Spa provider.

Results Timeline & Maintenance

Results vary by patient, skin quality, treatment density, age, and the number of sessions performed.

Early Healing

Swelling, redness, bruising, or tightness may be noticeable in the days following treatment.

Visible Improvement

As the skin heals and remodels, patients may begin to notice improvement in skin texture, wrinkles, and lower-face laxity.

Treatment Series

Some patients may benefit from more than one ellacor® treatment depending on their goals and degree of skin laxity. During your consultation, we will create a personalized plan.

Common Questions About ellacor®

Is ellacor® FDA approved?

ellacor® is FDA-cleared for use by medical professionals for the treatment of moderate and severe wrinkles in the mid and lower face in adults age 22 and older with Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV.

How does ellacor® work?

ellacor® uses hollow needles to remove tiny micro-cores of skin. After the skin is removed, the body’s natural healing response closes the cores, helping improve the appearance of wrinkles. 

Does ellacor® use heat?

No. ellacor® does not use or produce heat during treatment, so it does not cause thermal injury.

How much skin does ellacor® remove?

ellacor® can remove up to approximately 8% of skin in the treated area through micro-cores.

Who is a good candidate for ellacor®?

Good candidates are typically adults with moderate to severe wrinkles or skin laxity in the mid and lower face who want visible improvement without traditional surgery. ellacor® is indicated for Fitzpatrick skin types I-IV.

What areas can ellacor® treat?

ellacor® is commonly used for the mid and lower face, including jowls, nasolabial folds, chin wrinkles, cheeks, and upper lip lines.

Is ellacor® the same as microneedling?

No. Traditional microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries to stimulate collagen. ellacor® is different because it removes micro-cores of skin using hollow needles.

Why Choose Still Well Med Spa for ellacor®?

At Still Well Med Spa, your treatment is guided by medical expertise, advanced technology, and a luxury patient experience. Under the leadership of Dr. Anne Marie Stilwell, our Staten Island practice brings together physician-led care, thoughtful consultation, and modern aesthetic innovation.

Still Well Med Spa is proud to offer ellacor® as part of our advanced skin tightening and facial rejuvenation platform. As an exclusive provider of ellacor® serving Staten Island, Brooklyn, New Jersey, and Manhattan, we are committed to bringing patients access to one of the most innovative non-surgical skin-removal technologies available.

We believe aesthetic medicine should be personalized, subtle, and confidence-building. Every ellacor® treatment plan is customized to your anatomy, skin quality, and goals.

Rejuvenate Your Lower Face With ellacor®

If you are bothered by jowls, wrinkles, loose skin, smile lines, or lower-face aging, ellacor® with Micro-Coring® Technology may be the solution you have been waiting for.

At Still Well Med Spa in Staten Island, NY, we proudly serve patients from Staten Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan, New Jersey, and the surrounding New York City area.

Call (718) 448-6373 or book online to schedule your ellacor® consultation.