MICRONEEDLING
“Your skin is a canvas that you present to the world each and every day. If you are unhappy with the texture of your skin due to issues like fine lines or acne scars, it is hard to feel confident. Luckily, it is possible to improve the skin’s appearance with a safe procedure called microneedling”
WHAT IS MICRONEEDLING?
Microneedling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, is a non-surgical skin care treatment that utilizes tiny medical grade needles to create micro-channels. By creating these micro-channels, the skin’s natural regenerative response kicks in and initiates self-healing and stimulates collagen production. This process diminishes blemishes and acne scars, evens skin texture, and reduces wrinkles.
BENEFITS OF MICRONEEDLING
One of the core benefits of microneedling is that it is a safe, effective way to improve the texture of your skin by restoring the production of collagen and elastin to your skin. Microneedling also helps to increase circulation. These join together to form the benefit of creating smoother, more youthful-looking skin and reduces both the size of pores and the appearance of wrinkles. An addition, during the treatment, tiny channels are created in the skin. These channels pave the way for better absorption of skin serums and creams to help rejuvenate the skin.
What Type of Skin Can Receive Microneedling?
Microneedling is very safe for those in good health and is appropriate for all skin types. This procedure is gentle enough to use on even the most delicate areas of the skin such as around the eyes or on the neck. In addition to the face, microneedling has shown great success on other areas of the body and the scalp.
How Many Microneedling Treatments Are Required?
You can repeat microneedling every 2 to 4 weeks until the desired improvement has been accomplished. The number of treatments necessary varies from person to person, based on how your individual skin reacts to the procedure. Most people achieve the best results with 3 to 6 treatments spaced between 4 and 6 weeks apart. Deeper acne scars or more pronounced wrinkles may require additional treatments.
Microneedling for Hair Growth
Microneedling is a promising hair loss treatment, particularly for androgenic alopecia. It can be used as a stand-alone treatment or as part of a hair regrowth plan.
Similar to the skin on our face, the scalp also loses collagen as we age. Hair growth slows down and hair follicles become dormant. Seventy to eighty percent of skin is made up of collagen and that includes the skin on your scalp. While collagen is most well-known as the protein that helps keep your face firm and young-looking, it’s also essential for hair health. Microneedling of the scalp tissue achieves the goal of boosting collagen production in the scalp and it can lead to healthier and fuller hair. Microneedling can also help induce stem cells in the hair follicles which can lead to hair growth. Lastly, microneedling enhances the absorption of topical medication on the scalp such as minoxidil and finasteride which can lead to greater results.