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    What is Skin Needling?

    Microneedling is a collagen induction therapy, a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that's used to treat skin concerns by stimulating collagen production, also known as collagen induction therapy. This treatment micro-punctures the skin using sterilized needles.

    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). Applying creams and serums on your face may succeed to moisturise the outer layer of dead skin, but no penetration takes place to the living part of the skin. The active molecules are simply too big to pass through the ultra protective epidermis layer. Skin needling creates "micro-channels" which allow for deeper penetration of serums and ingredients, results in higher efficacy, meaning you get more out of your serums than usual. These micro injuries also trigger the body’s natural healing process to create the appearance of fresher, newer looking skin.

    Target areas for skin needling

    Preparing for Skin Needling

    It’s advisable to stop using any Vitamin A/Retinol type creams 3-5 days before use to prevent irritation.

    It’s also best if you avoid fish oil or any anti-inflammatory tablets 3-5 days before as well as this increases your risk of bleeding.

    Make sure skin is cleansed and apply numbing cream (optional). You can buy a numbing cream over the counter at the pharmacy and apply according to their directions just before the treatment.

    Aftercare

    You need to keep it free of products for at least 24 hours, as well as being sun smart and keeping it away from heat, this includes exercise and hot showers. After a few days, you may begin to lightly flake.

    When to exfoliate after skin needling?
    We recommend waiting at least 4 days post treatment to exfoliate your skin, however make sure it’s just a gentle exfoliation and nothing too harsh.

    How long does skin needling take to heal?
    The skin heals quite quickly, the small little punctures close within a few minutes, but overall the skin will take a few days to heal. It will still be sensitive to the sun, so make sure you remain sun smart.

    How long after skin needling can i wear makeup?
    It’s best to wait at least 24 hours after treatment to apply make-up, and make sure you use clean brushes and good quality non-comedogenic makeup. This will reduce your risk of infection.

    How long after skin needling can i exfoliate?
    We recommend waiting at least 3-4 days after treatment to exfoliate again.

    How long after skin needling can you exercise?
    Minimum 24 hours after treatment you can exercise again. The skin will feel red and flushed like a sunburn and exercise exacerbates this, and we want the skin to calm itself down.

    What happens after skin needling?
    After your treatment, your skin will look red and flushed. To ensure the proper healing environment, please follow the information below.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is skin needling?

    It is a facial treatment but can also be used anywhere on the body. It uses an electric pen with super fine needles to puncture the skin causing a ‘controlled wound’

    How does skin needling work?

    By causing a ‘controlled wound’ this signals the body to that the area that it needs to be repaired, which sends white blood cells to the area to create new collagen and elastin.

    Does skin needling work? Absolutely, it’s a fantastic treatment that can help with so many different skin conditions.

    Does skin needling hurt at all?

    There is some pain associated with microneedling, however, Some people may be uncomfortable during treatment, using a numbing cream will be extremely helpful. The amount of pain will also depend on the length of the needle you choose to use. Different depths target different skin conditions.

    Is skin needling safe?

    When performed correctly by trained professionals, yes it is very safe.

    Is skin needling safe during pregnancy?

    Provided the appropriate products are used, then yes, technically it can be performed during pregnancy. However, due to the increase in blood, this treatment isn’t always recommended for pregnancy.

    Does skin needling help acne?

    This is a bit of a controversial topic. A lot of practitioners won’t perform skin needling on active acne, but in fact, on most acnes other than cystic, skin needling can definitely help. You need to know the right depth and procedures for this treatment though. It’s definitely an advanced protocol.

    Does skin needling help pigmentation?

    Depending on what type of pigmentation you have, it can have varying degrees of efficacy on pigmentation. For pigmentation it wouldn’t be our first suggestion.

    Is skin needling good for wrinkles?

    If you were looking for an alternative to laser or anti-wrinkle injections, then yes, it would be good for wrinkles.

    Does skin needling help rosacea?

    It can help rosacea by strengthening the skin, however Rosacea usually points to a gut health issue, so we would be looking at this first, and then other treatment options such as IPL before moving onto skin needling, it is never our first recommendation for Rosacea.

    Can Skin needling remove stretch marks?

    It can have an impact on stretch marks, but mostly fresh stretch marks that are still red/purple in colour. Silver stretchmarks may not improve.

    Does skin needling reduce pores?

    By creating new collagen and elastin, pores can appear smaller due to the tightening effect.

    Can skin needling be done for melasma?

    There is some evidence that skin needling can help improve melasma, this again is an advanced technique as it can also very easily make melasma worse.

    Can you use skin needling for hair loss?

    Yes you can, it’s best when combined with PRP

    Can skin needling cause scarring?

    If done incorrectly, or with an inferior device, absolutely it can cause scarring.

    Can skin needling cause pigmentation?

    If done incorrectly, with an inferior device or with the incorrect products, it can and does cause pigmentation known as Hyperpigmentation.

    Is it possible to have skin needling without numbing cream?

    Absolutely, some people even believe it’s better to have treatment without numbing cream.

    Is skin needling permanent?

    From your first session, collagen and elastin will continue to build for up to 12 months. When starting out, we recommend a course of treatments, usually 4-10 depending on what you’re trying to target, then maintenance once every 4 months.

    How often should I get this treatment done

    We recommend once a month.

    How many skin needling treatments?

    Depending on what skin condition you’re trying to target will depend on how many sessions are recommended. If you’re looking for just better looking skin then 4 sessions, for something like acne scarring 10 treatments would be recommended.

    Is there any down time?

    There is no downtime as such, however, the first day or two after your treatment you will experience redness and your skin will flake. Avoid skin needling if you wish to attend an event within 48 – 72 hours post-treatment.

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