Microneedling is a method that a few
dermatologists use to treat various skin conditions. The technique comprises
using multiple sterile, tiny needles to pierce the skin and cause physical
trauma. Microneedling may assist address several skin-related complaints, such
as:
- wrinkles
- acne
- alopecia
- loose
skin, such as after liposuction or weight loss
- scarring
- stretch
marks
- skin
pigmentation problems
- rosacea
It might also help make the skin younger.
Besides, professionals can use microneedling to
deposit medication, such as vitamin C or topical tretinoin, deeper into
the skin. This can boost the treatment of an array of problems, including acne
scarring.
In what way microneedling works?
Microneedling enhances the
collagen production and other healing factors by causing skin trauma.
Collagen is an important protein that assists keep the skin looking younger,
with a smooth, firm, and stretchy texture. Aging causes the decline of collagen
in the skin, resulting in wrinkles and other aging signs. Skin can also lose
collagen because of injuries, such as stretch marks, acne scarring, or other
scars. It is essential to realize that microneedling is not a fast fix, as it
comprises the growth of new skin. It can take a few months for a person to see
the complete results of the process.
Benefits of microneedling
Microneedling is a safe and effectual way to
revitalize skin and treat wrinkles and scars. As per a research it is said that
appearance of fine lines, large pores, and wrinkles, stretch marks, and scars
can reduce with microneeding.
Risks of microneeding
Even though microneedling is considered to be
safe and effective, but there are still some risks. The primary risk is skin
irritation after the procedure. Other side effects may comprise:
- discomfort
at the site
- swelling
- flaking
of the skin
- bruising
- redness
- dryness
Microneedling devices
Several microneedling devices are available.
Some have shorter, blunt needles than those designed for dermatologists and other
medical professionals. When the 0.25 microneedle roller is rolled over
the skin, the small, fine needles on the roller puncture the skin. The holes
that the needles make in the skin are tiny and considered to be superficial.
For this reason, the treatment is not considered as invasive.
When the skin is pierced, this makes a
controlled skin injury. It does not cause actual damage to the skin’s outer
layer. The needles assist to break down any scar tissue. Microneedling is also
known as dermarolling. Home dermarollers are the same as the ones that
dermatologists use but have little smaller needles.
