Benefits of micro-needling

Micro-needling has become increasingly popular. It is said to rejuvenate skin, plump it up, and make it look better. There’s no pain, and the downtime is very short compared to other treatments. The treatment can also be tailored to each person’s needs

The benefits of micro-needling can include the following:

• reducing the appearance of scars, including acne scars
• reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• reducing enlarged pores
• reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation, or dark spots
• smoothing uneven skin tone
• improving skin elasticity
• reducing the appearance of stretch marks
• reducing the appearance of scars
• promoting hair growth in people with alopecia

Micro-needling is much less expensive than laser therapy and may work better for some. Laser therapy can affect the skin’s pigmentation, but micro-needling won’t.

Targeted areas for micro-needling

Micro-needling is mainly used on the face.

Regarding stretch marks, micro-needling is often used in areas that aren’t just on your face. For example, one study found that micro-needling was effective for stretch marks when applied to other body parts, like the thighs and abdominal area.

Other parts of your body can also be treated with this procedure.

How does micro-needling work?

Micro-needling, a procedure that causes slight injuries to the skin at specific points, can encourage your skin to produce more collagen. The minor injury caused by the pinpricks makes your skin react to heal and reboot the cells.

New skin tissue is more even and consistent in tone and texture. It’s natural for skin to lose collagen with age or injury. By encouraging the skin to make new tissue, there’s a chance additional collagen could help make the skin firmer.

Micro-needling is one of the most promising tools for anti-aging. You may combine micro-needling with topical serums, radiofrequency, or platelet-rich plasma, but this is a decision to be made in consultation with an experienced dermatologist.

Preparing for micro-needling

Doctors recommend you discuss the procedure with your doctor to avoid unintended reactions. For example, some medications, like ibuprofen and Accutane, may need to be stopped well before the appointment.

It would help to speak to your doctor about any skin care products you use before your micro-needling appointment. Some agents should be avoided as they may increase the skin’s sensitivity.

Procedure for micro-needling

During the treatment, your doctor will use a needle to make tiny scratches under your skin. They’ll be so small that you might not even feel them. You should focus on keeping as still as possible while they work since movement can make things uncomfortable.

If a doctor applies an anti-aging tool evenly over your skin, the results will be even.

The doctor will numb the area first with a topical anesthetic, which should be applied 45 minutes to 1 hour before the procedure. After that, micro-needling will take about 30 mins.

Micro-needling sessions typically last for about 2 hours. For example, the doctor will apply serum for skin growth or to help soothe discomfort, then run a device across the skin’s surface.

What to expect after micro-needling

Micro-needling is a less invasive and less costly option: people usually do not need to take much time off work while they undergo it.

Some people may experience skin irritation and red, itchy skin soon after their first treatment. This is a natural reaction to the minor «injuries» made by the needles in your skin.

After the procedure, you may return to work or school if you’re comfortable and your skin has healed. It would help if you waited until it was fully healed before wearing makeup with a pigment on top of the area. Once the time has passed and your skin is better, you can use camouflaging makeup to cover up any marks from redness if they start.

Your skin will also be more sensitive to the sun, so wear sunscreen. That said, it’s recommended that you wait one week after getting the tattoo before exposing your skin to light and harsh chemicals.

After micro-needling, your skin should rejuvenate new tissue within a few weeks.

To bring the results of your treatment to a more lasting level, you might need to take subsequent sessions and consider complementary therapies. Again, your doctor will work with you to develop a plan based on what feels suitable for your individual goals.

Micro-needling vs. home rollers

Have you been reading about the benefits of micro-needling skin treatment? It’s a professional procedure only in a board-certified doctor’s office. People have started using home micro derma rollers to save money, but those only solicit the top layers of the skin and don’t puncture it.

While it might seem like a good idea, you may not get the same results as micro-needling. This is because microneedle punctures are specifically designed to trigger skin rejuvenation, whereas roller devices can only cause temporary brightening.

Micro-needling may be the best option if you’re looking for something with a more psycho-physical effect.