Microneedling – also known as collagen induction therapy – creates hundreds of tiny, invisible puncture wounds in the top layer of skin. While it may not sound appealing, this minimally invasive treatment can be very effective. Microneedling dates back to 1995, but has gained significant traction in recent years thanks to new and improved technology. It targets everything from acne scars to hair loss because the skin pricks trigger collagen production. This leads to diminished look of wrinkles, fine lines, hyperpigmentation, scarring, and pore appearance and it can even be used to encourage hair growth.
So how does it work?
Before the procedure, a numbing gel is applied. Then, using a small roller covered in fine needles, a series of small, controlled pin-pricks are created in the skin. This triggers the skin’s natural wound-healing processes, resulting in cell turnover and increased production of collagen and elastin. Some temporary itchiness and slight redness may immediately follow treatment.
After microneedling, your skin will look plump, pink and luminous for a couple of weeks. Your skin will absorb topical products better. But even better are the longer lasting improvements.
Collagen is arguably the best way to improve the look of skin, and this goes beyond reducing wrinkles. Stimulating collagen growth can also reverse sun damage and discoloration, including hyperpigmentation. Microneedling can also reduce the appearance of pores – because it stimulates collagen in and around your pores, they plump and appear shrunken, if not closed.
Microneedling is even more effective when paired with topical treatments, like anti-aging cream or serum, and lasers. Because the process creates an opportunity for topical preparations to penetrate better through the needle punctures, when you combine microneedling with topicals, you have a shot at some real collagen building. Marrying microneedling with radio-frequency energy that heats up the dermal layer, produces even more significant results for a smoother, more filtered look. Usually 3-6 procedures are recommended, spaced one month apart, depending upon condition of the skin.
So, here’s a quick recap:
• Microneedling is a dermaroller procedure that uses small needles to prick the skin.
• The purpose of treatment is to generate new collagen and skin tissue for smoother, firmer, more toned skin.
• Microneedling is mainly used on the face and may treat various scars, wrinkles, and large pores.
•Microneedling is minimally invasive, requiring no downtime.
•It’s considered safe for most people who are in overall good health.
•The procedure isn’t safe for people who use certain acne medications or are pregnant.
•Total preparation and procedure time is about two hours.
•Three to six procedures will produce the best results.
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