As a person ages they will see changes in their skin. They will notice the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles especially around the eyes, mouth, and forehead. There are many cosmetic procedures that can be used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Many of these procedures require time off of work to recover and have side effects. Skin needling is a new procedure that was influenced by ancient acupuncture techniques. This procedure is safer and has less side effects than most cosmetic procedures.
What is Skin Needling?
Skin needling uses a series of vertical needles that pierce the skin as they are vibrated. When the skin is punctured a fluid is created to protect the skin. The fluid increases the production of collagen and strengthens the skin. Stronger skin appears to be more firm. Nutrients are also injected into the cells which allow them to go to the deeper layers of the skin and repair it from within. This also allows the skin to healer at a faster pace. During this process around 192 needles are used. They range in sizes from 1mm to 2mm. The needles do not use any form of heat which makes them safer than other forms of wrinkle treatments. Many patients chose to have numbing cream applied to their skin before this process starts.
Benefits of Skin Needling
Skin needling stimulates the body to product collagen. The surface of the skin is not injured or removed during this process. This is why downtime is minimal. The skin is not damaged but becomes thicker and healthier. Skin needling can even be used on the lips to promote the development of collagen. Skin tone and texture is also improved and the skin has a healthy glow to in once again. All the needles are disposable and discarded after every procedure. This eliminates the risk of spreading infections.
Rejuvenate the Skin
In addition to reducing the appearance of wrinkles, skin needling can bring life back to the skin. Healthy skin looks younger and fresher. This process will increase circulation in the skin while increasing the production of collagen. The texture of the skin will be smooth and even. Not only will this procedure make the skin look younger but it will slow down the reappearance of wrinkles. The aging process will be almost halted once a person has their series of treatments.
Who Can Have This Procedure?
This procedure is safe for many people including those that have dark skin. This procedure targets the root of the wrinkles and will from the inner layer of the skin to the outer layer of skin. It may take more than one treatment for a person to see their desired results. Most people will need to have between three and six treatment total. Each treatment should be four to six weeks apart. This treatment can even be used to treat lip wrinkles known as smoker’s lip.
At Home Options
This wrinkle reduction procedure has at home option as well. The needles that are available at the at home kit are too small to draw blood or to caused pain. They also do not reach the dermal layer of the skin. They will pierce the epidermis which will help stimulate the body to produce collagen. This treatment is an option but is not as effective as having skin needling performed by a doctor.
After Care
After this procedure it is not recommended to go into the sunlight. While the skin is not damaged it may appear red and it is more sensitive than usual. When venturing outside be sure to cover the face with a wide hat. Also apply sunscreen to protect the skin. It is also recommended to take it easy the rest of the day and allow the skin a chance to rest.
No one wants to look old and wrinkled. Many people do not know what to do to improve their skin. Some people have heard about the side effects from many cosmetic procedures and have been turned off. Skin needling is safe for most people. There is minimal downtime and the skin is not damaged during this process. This procedure will help the body produce collagen naturally and will lead to younger and firmer looking skin.
