Microneedling, is a minimally-invasive facial procedure designed to restore and rejuvenate the skin, using the body’s own natural restorative functions. Often referred to as collagen induction therapy,Microneedling is done using a pen-like device, known as a Dermapen. The Dermapencontains a series of fine needles which create tiny holes in the skin’s surface. These micro-puncture sites then trigger the body’s natural healing mechanism – causing the skin to repair itself.
How Microneedling Works?
When the body is cut it triggers a healing mechanism where the site of the injury is flooded with blood, oxygen and other naturally restorative compounds. Microneedling plays on the natural healing of the body to treat the skin. Micro-puncture sites along the skin are far too small to cause any type of permanent damage and are often healed fairly quickly. As a result of the body’s natural healing processes, new, fresh skin cells are produced, to take the place of the damaged tissue. During this cellular turnover, the skin is relieved of any blemishes, or bumps that may have been there prior.
The outer layer of our skin is generally composed of dead skin cells, dirt, debris, and naturally-produced oil known as sebum. This sebum causes harmful bacteria, and dirt to stick to the skin and clog pores. Once the pores become clogged, and bacteria roams freely along the skin’s surface – issues like acne, and inflammation arise. Microneedling is one of the best methods of relieving such issues, naturally.
As the skin heals from the micro-puncture sites, new skin cells are produced – taking the place of the old, dead skin cells. This regenerative process also causes a reaction that triggers the production of vital skincare compounds known as collagen and elastin. These compounds generally dissipate with age, and environmental skin damage, the reintroduction of collagen and elastin leaves patients with smooth, soft, supple skin with vastly improved elasticity – allowing it the ability to “snap back” from tension, and heal better from trauma.
Side Effects & Downtime
The best part about a procedure like Microneedling is that it is relatively non-invasive, despite these micro-punctures, patients will heal quickly and experience little to no side effects. Some may experience minor redness; however this will pass within a few hours. Patients can also return to their daily activities immediately following the procedure.
Benefits of Microneedling
Microneedling is known to improve:
- Pore size – Shrinks pores, preventing dirt, debris and harmful bacteria from entering the skin.
- Skin texture and firmness – Smooth, soft, supple skin, without bumps or blemishes.
- Scars and scar tissue – Clears facial scars caused by acne and more.
- Stretch marks – Restores and rejuvenates the skin.
- Fine lines and wrinkles – Reduces the appearance of facial depressions, and stimulates the growth of new skin cells.
For more information on how Microneedling can help take years of your face and leave your skin restored, rejuvenated, and blemish free, contact us today.
