Microneedling is a type of aesthetic treatment that rejuvenates the skin, breathes new life into it, and helps to repair surface and deeper damage across the face, all without a single substance being injected.
How is this possible?
Because microneedling treatment relies on the very act of pricking the skin to kickstart the body’s own natural ability to heal and repair, stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, it is considered one of the most natural treatments on the market right now. And it’s that accolade that makes it so popular with those wanting to enjoy a youthful glow without filler and other injectables.
How Does Microneedling Work?
The first and most important thing to understand about microneedling is that the treatment relies on the act of puncturing the top layer of the skin thousands of times, with minuscule needles that are embedded into the special treatment pen. The unique design of this tool means that microneedling doesn’t require any kind of substance or injectable; rather, it triggers the body’s own ability to heal and rejuvenates it from the inside out.
Just some of the processes that are kick-started by microneedling, include cell renewal, the production of collagen and elastin, and an increase in blood flow. This leads to everything from a reduction in the appearance of scars and pores to anti-ageing boosted by collagen production and an improvement in the skin’s overall texture.
Comparing Microneedling With Other Aesthetic Treatments
Comparing microneedling with other treatments, including fillers and options like polynucleotide injections, means comparing the breaking of the epidermis to the direct use of injectable substances. When a substance is injected to boost the appearance of skin, it either contains active ingredients (like the bio-revitaliser in polynucleotide treatment) or it fills out the space under the skin physically (like with dermal filler).
Microneedling enacts the most natural results, because it doesn’t use anything that isn’t already present in the body. Rather, it causes just enough damage on the surface of the skin for the body to kickstart its own defences and healing mechanisms, leaving the skin looking and feeling brighter and healthier.
Microneedling, like any other treatment that uses injections, can cause some minor discomfort during the session, though a numbing cream is used to minimise any issues.
Who is Microneedling For?
Microneedling is for any client who wants to improve the texture, appearance, and glow of their skin from the inside out. It’s not just for those suffering from the most common signs of ageing; it also benefits those with problem skin caused by acne and sun damage, and other skin imperfections.
While there are limitations, including those with deep wrinkles and active skin conditions, on the whole, microneedling is considered a low-intensity but highly effective treatment option that encourages the skin to heal itself. Book a consultation to find out more.
