6 Fun Facts about Microneedling and rejuvenating the skin with Professor Saxon Smith
Microneedling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy or Skin Needling, is a cosmetic procedure which involves the rapid continuous puncturing of the skin with tiny micro sterile needles.
The idea of creating “micro-injuries” in your skin to improve your complexion may sound a bit suspect. Microneedling causes these “micro-injuries” (what we in the biz call “micro-channels”) to trigger the body’s natural wound healing to remodel the skin including new collagen and elastin formation.
Collagen and elastin are key structures in the skin which give the skin plumpness and elasticity. Unfortunately, as we all see more birthdays, we naturally lose collagen and elastin from the skin. So microneedling helps to rejuvenate this within the skin
Although this minimally invasive option for skin rejuvenation is growing in popularity, microneedling is still surrounded by misunderstanding. To help clear things up, Professor Smith compiled some enlightening facts.
1. It’s been around for a long time
In the 1950s, a doctor discovered that creating small injuries to the skin could promote collagen production and, thus, strengthen the skin and improve its texture. Though it’s been around many decades, the techniques and tools used for micro-needling have greatly improved, making it a safe and effective option to rejuvenate the skin when administered by a professional.
2. It works well on a variety of skin types
Whether you have dark or light skin, are old or young, suffer from pigmentation issues, or have dry or oily skin, collagen induction therapy could be a great treatment for you. Its benefits are numerous and include lifting and tightening, lessening skin discoloration, reducing pore size, improve acne scarring, and more.
3. It’s not just for your face
Microneedling can also help lessen the appearance of ageing on the neck as well as stretch marks and scars elsewhere on the body. When these tiny needles puncture the skin, your body is prompted to heal itself by producing collagen in the area which helps improves skin irregularities.
4. Treatment is comfortable
Did you know when we say “micro” needles, we mean it! The needles in a microneedling device can be thinner than a strand of hair. We also apply a numbing cream (similar to that used in children to have blood tests) to ensure your comfort during treatment.
5. A professional will give you the best results
You might be tempted to just pick up one of the various microneedling devices advertised online, but it’s important to remember that microneedling does involve puncturing the skin. For both your safety and the quality of your results, be careful of DIY microneedling and choose an experienced professional to administer treatment in a sterile environment.
6. You have a great option for microneedling in our St Leonards Practice
If you’re ready to improve your skin’s texture and tame your fine wrinkles and pores, or improve the appearance of your acne scarring, microneedling could be for you. If you’d like to learn more about your options or schedule a treatment, contact us today (02 94132655). We would love to hear about your concerns and help you find skincare solutions.
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