Everything You Should Know About Microneedling

Microneedling have gathered much interest of the people lately and that is because of its functionality and lots of its claims that are said to be true. If you are looking for a non-invasive way to improve the appearance of your skin, microneedling is the thing that you want. If you have no idea what we are talking about, we are here to break it down for you.

 

Microneedling – The Mechanism:

Well, the mechanism of Microneedling is simple yet really effective. The dermarollers are the tools that are used to get this process done, have the needles of different sizes that are rolled over the skin. This process stimulates the collagen beneath the surface of the skin that not only reduces the appearance of the fine lines and wrinkles but are beneficial for the treatment of acne scars. This also improves the blood circulation all across the skin and firms it as well.

Well, this seems to be an intimidating process, thanks to the word “needling” in its name, but Beverly Hills-based plastic surgeon Dr. Sheila Nazarian says, “It’s such a safe procedure, and is great for filling in acne scars.” She adds, “You’re really building collagen and thickening the skin, so instead of looking good for a few days after your traditional facial, your skin is smooth and radiant for much longer”.

 

Microneedling – FAQs:

#1: Does this process Leaves Visible Holes in the Skin?

Well, it is the common misconception that comes with the evolution of microneedling. As a matter of fact, microneedling does create a controlled injury to the skin, creating microscopic holes. But the holes created are so tiny that they cannot be seen with the naked eye. However, these holes fill right away within a short period of time.

#2: Who can DIY?

Whether you want to remove those stubborn acne marks from your face or want to improve your complexion, you are the right candidate. Just make sure that you are not doing it so hard and frequent to create injury or inflamed skin. And if you have active acne or cystic breakouts, wait until it clears up before starting the process.

#3: Does it hurt?

Microneedling does not hurt, but it may be uncomfortable. It is really obvious that you are concerned about the pain level of the process. According to the professionals, “Microneedling is not totally unbearable and a topical pain reliever can be applied for the relief.

#4: Which Areas of Body Can be treated?

Microneedling is not just exclusive to just face area. The treatment can be done anywhere on the body where the skin needs to be thickened, particularly around the stretch marks on legs, chest or butts.

#5: How Often it is Needed to Be Done?

Well, that depends on the severity of the issue. “If your skin is generally fine and you take care of it, you can microneedle every 3 to 6 months, but someone with dramatic acne scarring should plan to do one session per month for 4 to 6 months,” Nazarian explains. “After that, you can come in once a year for a touch-up whenever you feel like you need to give your skin a reboot.”

#6: Can Microneedling Be Done Around the Eyes and Lips?

If you are doing microneedling at home, you should avoid doing it near the sensitive areas like eyes and lips. But if you are getting it done professionally, this mostly applies to the procedure done. There are different sized needles and dermarollers for these sensitive areas, but we don’ recommend it doing at home.

#7: What Needle Size Should You Use?

If you’re microneedling at home, make sure to use dermarollers with needle size of <1.0 mm . Short needles help to tighten and brighten your skin as well as make it look overall healthier. If you’re acne scars are prominent and all over your face, it might be a good idea to get professional help. Longer needles are usually advised for more serious problems like that. Read more about that here.

If you have any other queries regarding microneedling, feel free to ask in the comments section below!