Professional microneedling devices can penetrate as deep as 1mm for the face and 2mm for the body, which can create amazing results when it comes to minimizing the appearance of acne scarring, and improving the appearance of lines, wrinkles and pigmentation. Pore size may also be reduced as the skin’s elasticity can be improved!
• What is Microneedling and How Does it Work?
Microneedling is also known as ‘collagen induction therapy, which means that it encourages the production of collagen – handy! It’s also known as derma rolling, which might be a term you’re more familiar with.
Microneedling uses super-fine needles to create hundreds of tiny, invisible punctures on the surface of the skin. This trauma to the surface of the skin stimulates the skin’s natural healing processes and can lead to both increased collagen and elastin production as a result of stimulation of the TGF beta1 (growth factor).
• Does Microneedling Actually Work for Acne Scars?
Thousands of people have leftover acne scars. Scarring is one of the most distressing long-term effects of acne. Everybody calls acne scarring something different.
Whether your scarring is subtle or more noticeable, there is no reason to continue living with your acne scars. Microneedling is guaranteed to reduce the appearance of your scars, and it is completely safe.
Acne scars are caused because the skin does not make enough collagen in a specific area after an acne breakout. The sterile needles attached to the microneedling pen break up the scars and cause the collagen to rebuild under the skin.
It typically takes at least three treatments for the collagen to rebuild enough to see a notable improvement. You may see results after the first treatment, but it does take patience because collagen sometimes takes time to remodel.
• Microneedling Aftercare
When it comes to aftercare, you really need to be careful not to allow bacteria to get near you for the first 24 – 48 hours, because the microchannels are essentially wounds.
On top of that, you shouldn’t apply any skincare in that 48 hour period (hyaluronic acid is okay), even chemical SPF so it’s recommended that you stay away from any sunlight if you can, especially when your skin will be light-sensitive in this time.
An extra note: it’s best to drop your exfoliants including exfoliating cleansers for a week after having microneedling done, as you won’t need it and it’s possible they could irritate you. Check with your microneedler and include the pH and percentage of the acid you intend on using, so they can let you know if they think you’re okay to use your acids.
• How Long Does it Take to See Effects?
Microneedling works by triggering what we call the healing cascade, which is when the body senses inflammation and sends growth factors to the area and ups the production of collagen and elastin by affecting the structure of the skin. These proteins and growth factors will plump up the skin and make it appear smoother. Another effect will be increased skin cell turnover, for brighter, smoother, newer skin.
You may start to see effects as soon as two weeks afterward and the effects can be permanent. Usually, after a course of microneedling, you’ll see the optimum results for up to 12 months.
• Who Needs Microneedling?
Microneedling is used as a treatment for those looking to reduce signs of aging in their skin and those looking to improve the appearance of their pores. It helps to lessen the appearance of acne scarring, improve skin elasticity and diminish the appearance of wrinkle depth as it allows the skin to regenerate itself.
There are several ways to go about microneedling. You can visit a microneedling practitioner, and they might choose to use a specialist manual or electronic microneedling device depending on their preference or training.
Another thing to note – microneedling shouldn’t really be considered INSTEAD of using results-driven skincare, more in conjunction. Because microneedling makes the skin do the work, your skin needs to be healthy. If your skin doesn’t have the right nutrients to keep itself healthy and to repair itself well, microneedling just won’t be as beneficial.
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