Microneedling Facial

Microneedling, collagen induction therapy, dermarolling or skin needling is a process used by using a handheld pen device by creating thousands of precise micro-injuries to the dermis. Microneedling increases the production of collagen and other healing factors by causing trauma to the skin.

Collagen is an essential protein that helps keep the skin looking youthful, Aging causes the decline of collagen in the skin, contributing to wrinkles and other signs of aging. Skin can also lose collagen due to injuries, such as acne scarring, stretch marks, or other scars.

What skin concerns can it treat?

Microneedling is most often used on your face to target:

acne scars
age spots (also called “sunspots”)
fine lines and wrinkles
Hyperpigmentation and sunspots
large pores
Other types of scars such as chicken pot scars
Helps stimulate skin elasticity and collagen
Uneven skin textures and tones
in addition to facial concerns, microneedling is sometimes used to treat stretch marks in other areas of the body

Acne Scars / Burns / Skin Texture Renewal

By repairing underlying collagen, this treatment will repair underlying collagen to improve skin’s texture. Specifically, it can heal all types of acne scars, including ice pick scars, boxcar scars, atrophic scars and rolling scars. Further, any scarring caused by trauma or burns can be diminished. A series of treatments is recommended for best results.

Skin Tightening / Sagging Skin

it can diminish signs of aging. Skin will appear plumper; pore size will reduce, and fine lines and wrinkles will diminish. The treatment will continue to promote collagen production and skin will continue to transform.

Hyperpigmentation / Age Spots

Promotes skin renewal to even out skin tone. As a result, the treatment will cause discoloration to fade. Specifically, it will work on damage caused by photoaging, melasma or other skin conditions that can cause dark spots.

What’s the science behind microneedling?

As we grow older, the cycle of new skin growth slows, and less collagen and elastin are produced. This results in fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots (pigmentation)

the tiny injuries produced by the small multiple tiny, sterile needles stimulate certain receptors in deeper skin layers that encourage an increased release of growth factors and stimulate the natural regeneration processes of the skin, when the skin feels the pinpricks, it naturally rushes to heal them. It also helps promote the circulation of the treated tissue, stimulating the formation of Hyaluronic Acid and collagen to help significantly improve the elasticity of the skin for a more youthful and luminous appearance. And in the long-term, studies have shown that skin treated with four microneedling sessions spaced one month apart, produced up to a 400% increase in collagen and elastin six months after completing treatment. This makes the treatment particularly popular for those who wish to improve the appearance of scars, fine lines and wrinkles. Since skincare products (e.g., Hyaluronic Acid) are more easily absorbed by the skin after microneedling, (the treatment allows greater penetration and up to 300 per cent greater skincare absorption) their desired effect can be maximized

There are three phases to the wound-repair process triggered by microneedling:
• Phase I: Inflammation. Piercing the skin triggers your immune system to disinfect the wounds, remove debris, increase blood flow, and begin to create new tissue.
• Phase II: Proliferation. The wound is rebuilt with new granulation cells, which are part of the extracellular matrix. Additionally, a new network of blood vessels develops.
• Phase III: Remodelling. The wound is replaced with new dermal tissues and blood vessels.

When to Expect Results from Microneedling?

You’ll likely see results from microneedling almost immediately, As soon as the microwounds are created within the skin, the body’s wound-healing processes respond to heal them your skin may look plump and radiant for up to two weeks following the treatment. The best results, however, can take six to eight weeks to appear. That’s when the increased collagen effects become evident

How often do I need treatments?

You can perform a new treatment safely every 4-6 weeks

Does it hurt?

The most common sensation during the procedure is a warm, scratching feeling as the tool is moved around the face. You may also notice some pain on the ‘bonier’ areas of your face such as hairline, forehead, and jawline. Overall, the pain is bearable.

How much does the treatment cost?

Prices

£70 single session / course of 4 £250.

Add on dermaplaning £10 extra

Pre

Avoid Accutane in the six months prior to beginning your treatment sessions.
Do not use topical agents that may increase the sensitivity of your skin such as retinoids, exfoliants, topical antibiotics or acids 5-7 days prior to your treatment.
Do not take anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, Motrin, or Advil for at least 3 days prior to your microneedling session. These will interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical for your skin rejuvenation.
Avoid IPL/Laser procedures, unprotected sun exposure, or sunburn for at least 2 weeks prior to your procedure.
No waxing, depilatory creams, or electrolysis to the area being treated for 5-7 days prior.

You’ll also need to avoid direct sun exposure in the week prior to your appointment, as sun damage, such as a sunburn, could compromise your skin and make the treatment painful.
Do NOT wear any make-up, tan, lotions, on the treatment area on the day of your treatment.
Avoid Botox & Filler 2 weeks before your appointment

Aftercare

You may feel slight itchiness or a stinging sensation for the first 24 hrs after treatment. This is perfectly normal.

Avoid make-up for 24-hrs after treatment for best result
Avoid chlorine for 24 hours
Avoid facial waxing for 7 days
Avoid excessive heat for 3 days after treatment, i.e., heavy workouts, steam rooms or saunas, etc.
Avoid the use of exfoliating scrubs for at least one week after treatment
DO wait 7 days before resuming the use of Retin-a (tretinoin), Renova, Differin, Tazorac, Ziana, Veltin, Atralin, glycolic acids or any other exfoliating agents such as a Clarisonic Brush.
Avoid direct sunlight and sunbeds for 7 days, and wear SPF30-50 when outside for 1 to 2 weeks following the treatment as your skin may be more sensitive
Make sure to moisturise regular to prevent skin from becoming dry.
Always use SPF.

Have grade 4 Acne or use ‘Roaccutane’, clients must wait 6 months after discontinuing Roaccutane
Have an auto-immune disease such as lupus, diabetes, impetigo or Rosacea
flaring rosacea
an inflammatory skin condition such as eczema, psoriasis dermatitis
Current inflamed acne lesions; active acne such as deep cystic acne.
Cancer: undergoing chemotherapy or radiation clients should be un remission at least 6 months prior to commencing a course of treatments.
Blood thinning medication
Skin peels or recent used topical agents such as glycolic acids, alpha-hydroxy acids and Retin-A – must wait 2 weeks
High blood pressure
Heart disease
Deficient immune system

Haemophilia
scleroderma impetigo
keloid scaring
fungal infections
bacterial infections
History of drugs with photosensitizing potential.
use Isotretinoin capsules ( roaccutane) currently or in the past six months; and/or the use of prescription retinol within a week of treatment.
Retin-A®, or other medications that exfoliate or thin the skin within 6 months
Recent cosmetic surgery, laser resurfacing, deep or medium depth chemical peels or dermabrasion
Easily scars or has hyper-pigmentation tendencies
Pregnancy –
Breast-feeding
Sunburn or irritated skin
Open sores or lesions
Infectious disease
Active Herpes simplex
Diabetes