In this topic, we will share everything about microneedling.

Here are the things that we will talk about later on;

• What do we know about microneedling?
• What are the key benefits, and how does it work?
• Is there any risk or side effect?
• What are the things that you should avoid to prevent complications after doing this therapy?

Dermatologists use microneedling as a beauty therapist to promote collagen production by utilizing the body’s natural healing response.

At a med spa, you can expect to receive a wide range of aesthetic treatments and procedures, including Botox injections, chemical peels, laser hair removal, and much more.

What is Microneedling?

Microneedling is a noninvasive cosmetic procedure that promotes the production of collagen to treat skin problems. This procedure, called collagen induction therapy, uses tiny, sterilized needles to make small punctures in the skin.

The American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD) claims that the skin’s natural healing process after microneedling can help lessen the visibility of scars and dark spots while enhancing skin elasticity.

Additionally, suppose you are in good health and have particular skin problems that have not improved with over-the-counter remedies or other dermatological procedures like chemical peels. In that case, you might be a good candidate for this procedure. 

Before thinking about more involved cosmetic procedures, this could also be the last step. You can consult a dermatologist to determine if this is better for your skin.

Let’s now discuss the benefits and how microneedling works.

What are the benefits?

• Minimizing the appearance of scars, such as acne scars
• Minimizing wrinkles and fine lines’ appearance
• Lessening of enlarged pores
• Minimizing the appearance of dark spots or hyperpigmentation
• To enhance skin elasticity
• Minimizing the visibility of stretch marks
• Minimizing the appearance of scars
• Fostering hair growth in alopecia sufferers

How does microneedling function?

For microneedling to work, your skin must produce more collagen. Skin responds by producing new collagen-rich tissue from the procedure’s pinpricks, which cause minor skin damage. Its tone and texture are more uniform in this new skin tissue. The skin frequently loses collagen as it ages or sustains damage. Adding more collagen may aid in firming the skin by encouraging the skin to produce new tissue. 

Is there any risk or side effect?

The risks of microneedling are similar to those of all cosmetic procedures. Minor skin irritation that occurs right after the process is the most frequent adverse effect. For a few days, redness might also be visible.

Call your doctor right away if you’ve experienced any of the following more severe side effects:

• Bleeding
• Bruising
• Infection
• Peeling

You might also not be a good candidate for microneedling if you:

• Have eczema or psoriasis or another skin condition
• Have active acne or open wounds
• Recently received radiation therapy
• Have an experience with skin scars

What are the things that you should avoid to prevent complications after doing this therapy?

Your skin regenerates new tissue fairly quickly after micro-needling. You may need additional complementary treatments in addition to multiple sessions to maintain the results of your treatment.

Here are the best to avoid the following during the first week of recovery:

• Expose your skin to the sun
• Skincare items containing retinol and alpha-hydroxy acids
• Makeup
• Sweating