Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure for skin rejuvenation. It’s used to treat loose skin, age spots, acne scars, stretch marks and other skin concerns via collagen production. Using the pen-shaped device with numerous fine needles that causes micro-injuries to your skin, encouraging your skin to heal itself by naturally producing more collagen and elastin. It’s also known as collagen induction therapy.
The treatment is relatively quick and comfortable (when paired with numbing cream).It can be customized to treat localized problem areas, such as acne scars, crow’s feet, and neck or chest lines.Recovery time is usually just a few days, depending on your treatment intensity. Microneedling doesn’t involve the delivery of heat, so it’s safe to use on all skin tones without the risk of pigmentation issues that can accompany laser resurfacing and light procedures.
Concerns: Fine lines, acne scars, age spots, large pores, loose skin, uneven skin tone, stretch marks.
Benefits: Generate new collagen and skin tissue for smoother, firmer, more toned skin.
Course of treatment: Ideal results are achieved after multiple sessions spaced 4-6 weeks apart.（It’s not recommended if you are pregnant, breast-feeding, or using certain acne medications.）
What does microneedling do for your skin?
Microneedling creates thousands of microinjuries, triggering a healing response that releases a cascade of growth factors and boosts production of the body’s own collagen, the protein fibers that keep skin smooth and supple.
Is to damage the skin just enough to where it’s improving itself so you reverse the aging process, not damaging the skin so the collagen grows back irregularly.
How often should you do microneedling?
An initial treatment series of three to five sessions is typically recommended. After that, you’ll need occasional maintenance treatments to keep up your results.
How long does microneedling take to heal?
Following microneedling, the skin will appear red and inflamed for about 24-48 hours, This of course depends on the skin tone of the patient as well. Fair skin tones may experience prolonged redness, which can look like a bad sunburn. In addition to redness and swelling, you may experience crusting, pinpoint bleeding, skin flaking, tightness, and sensitivity during the healing process. While these symptoms are usually short-lived, they can last up to 12 days if skin was treated aggressively. Textural changes in skin and sensitivity to products will linger the longest, as these are related to a repairing skin barrier. Because everyone heals differently, it’s wise to book around two weeks prior to an event, to allow adequate recovery time.
What’s the best protocol for microneedling aftercare?
• Washing your face with a gentle cleanser after 8 hours (follow your esthetican recommends it)
• Not wearing makeup on few days of your treatment, to help keep your skin clean and avoid infection
• Applying a skin care product with growth factors and peptides, to supply the building blocks necessary for the skin to repair itself
Because microneedling disrupts the skin barrier and leaves skin more sensitive, post-treatment skincare products should ideally be sterile (think single-use) or at least free from allergens that can cause rashes and contact dermatitis.
How long does it take to see microneedling results?
Most patients see a reduction in pore size within a day or two, often due to swelling.You should start to notice an improvement in your skin’s texture within a week of your first treatment. More dramatic changes, like an improvement in acne scars or deeper wrinkles, likely won’t appear until you’ve had at least three treatments.
Is microneedling permanent? How long do results last?
Microneedling results are not permanent. How long the benefits last for you will depend on your age, the state of your skin, and how well you take care of it. Patients over age 40 and those with heavily sun-damaged skin will need touch-ups every three to four months.
Can microneedling ruin your skin?
Microneedling is a safe and effective treatment, It is well tolerated, with limited to no side effects, and patients are generally happy with the results.
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