Microneedling is a minimally invasive anti-aging practice that suits use anywhere on the body. Use it to limit the appearance of scars, encourage hair growth and exfoliate and rejuvenate the skin. The process enhances collagen output in the epidermis, leading to cell regeneration and a youthful appearance.
What is Microneedling?
Microneedling, also called mesotherapy, is a minimally invasive skin treatment. Translated, microneedling means as much as "fine stitches". And that's exactly what the treatment is all about: small needles give the skin minimal stitches. But what is it all for?
To put it simply: The micro injuries help the regeneration of our skin on the jump. In other words: the skin layers appear visibly fresher, firmer and more elastic. It’s not without reason that microneedling is celebrated worldwide as the new anti-aging secret.
Good to know: Microneedling is not just microneedling. We distinguish between two different techniques:
Microneedling with dermaroller (micro-needle roller): A tiny roller studded with needles is ready for the anti-aging treatment.
Microneedling with Dermapen (Microneedling Pen): Here you imagine an electric pen with fine vibrating needles at the tip. The advantage over the Dermaroller: The Dermapen works even more carefully and precisely. It places the punctures in the skin surface in a targeted manner. This results in less bleeding. And the less bleeding, the better the valuable growth factors are released and the rejuvenation cure is stimulated.
What is the Procedure for Microneedling?
First of all, a consultation takes place. The doctor you trust will explain the procedure, the effect and the risks of the treatment. At HAIR & SKIN, a skin scan is also carried out.
Before the treatment, the doctor thoroughly cleans and disinfects the skin.
He uses a local anesthetic or an anesthetic ointment to prepare the skin for a pleasant and painless procedure.
Now the Dermaroller or Dermapen is used. It glides about 4 to 5 times over the skin areas. With even pressure, the needles penetrate vertically into the top layer of skin. The needle length is variable. Between 0.5 and 2 millimeters are possible at HAIR & SKIN.
Your doctor can tell if the tissue has been adequately treated by the tiny pinpoint hemorrhages.
He uses cooling pads containing hyaluronic acid to stop the minor bleeding.
The micro-injuries left by the needles of the Dermaroller or Dermapen play the main role in the treatment method. The reason: they specifically stimulate the natural healing process of the skin. Because if the skin is injured, it immediately initiates a regeneration process. With fresh cells and collagen, it wants to heal the wounds as quickly as possible. And it is precisely this regeneration that makes the skin appear fresher, firmer and more youthful later on. It has rejuvenated itself, so to speak.
For optimal results, experts advise several sessions. Recommended are 4 treatments at intervals of 4 to 6 weeks each.
Get Better Results with a Serum
While microneedling is an effective practice for rejuvenating the skin, combining it with a serum enhances results. The serum helps to hydrate the skin and fast-track the healing process while improving collagen production.