Everything you need to know about Dermaroller

Maybe you have tried everything in your skincare routine to get rid of those skin blemishes (even the most expensive products). But, what happens if I tell you, you can get rid of them with only these microneedle tools and vitamin c serum. Nothing better for you to get rid of what bothers you most and make you even more beautiful!

Dermaroller micro-needling stimulates skin collagen and elastin fiber to make skin smoother and richer. The little investment will definitely change your skin condition healthier and boost topical products.

Dermaroller is a tool that creates micro-channels on your skin and lets serums like vitamin c and hyaluronic acid get better absorbed by your epidermis. Dermarolling is the best spent minute in skincare.

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DERMAROLLER BASICS

What is dermarolling?
Dermarolling is a form of microneedling and collagen inducing therapy.

The process involves rolling a small wheel that has hundreds of tiny sterile needles over the face to gently prick the skin without damaging your skin structure. It helps to break down any scar tissue to boost cell repair.✔️

The micro-needles cause deliberate superficial puncture on the skin to promote new collagen and elastin to be deposited, new capillaries to be formed and new skin cells to be created. A dermaroller is a standard tool for micro-needling.

What is the difference between dermarolling and microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion treat superficial acnes. While, microneedling is a newer skin procedure that promote collagen production through handheld device called dermaroller. Dermarollers creates gentle microscopic holes on skin with its small needle thereby removing dead cells and triggering wound healing process for a clearer and radiant even tone skin. This revolutionary skincare tool is easy to use, require minimal setup and can be performed at home or at derma-clinics.

Which is better, microneedling or microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion and microneedling are common skin care treatments for similar skin conditions such as fine lines and wrinkles, large pores, scars, acne scars, uneven skin texture, stretch marks, brown spots and hyperpigmentation. They work with different mechanism to improve the skin. Microdermabrasion is generally a more safer procedure because it works at the top layer of your skin and treatment required to performed by an expert. Whereas, microneedling acts just below the skin.

Both microdermabrasion and micro-needling result is smoother, brighter-looking skin. It is suitable for most skin types. Microneedling, however, is different than a superficial Microdermabrasion treatment and provides much more benefit, because it reaches below the skin surface.

Dermarolling results are permanent although consistency is the key.

Benefits of Dermaroller

Lightens acne scars
A dermaroller works by prickling your skin, and tricking it to renew skin cells by repairing itself. It is known to help with; acne scars, spot marks, scar removal, stretch marks, cellulite, wrinkles, hair loss, collagen production for more elastic skin etc.

Dermaroller Size guide for acne problems:-

• Deep acne scars: 1.5 mm
• Enlarged pores: 0.25 to 0.5 mm
• Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (blemishes): 0.25 to 0.5 mm
• Skin discoloration: 0.2 to 1.0 mm (start with the smallest)

Reduce blackheads and whiteheads
As the sterilized needles poke holes in the uppermost layer of your skin, they remove the source of the recurring blackhead in the process.

Treatment of people with hair loss
Hair scalp rolling helps increase hair growth so you can have a healthier, thicker and longer hair.

The tiny punctures that a dermaroller makes across your scalp increases the blood circulation and the cell production, thereby helping stimulate new hair growth. Microneedles are beneficial in stimulating the skin cell proliferation.

Dermaroller microneedling alongwith prp therapy or minoxidil application can be used as a treatment of alopecia areata.

Reduce pore size (dilated pores)
Create minitiature puncture on skin to promote skin healing, collagen synthesis and firmer skin thereby reducing pore size.

Skin Rejuvenation
Promote production of fresh facial collagen for smoother, plump and radiant skin on your face.

Anti-aging

Dermarolling reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Skin naturally loose it’s collagen as it age, collagen provide radiant glow to skin, keeping the skin intact radiant and firmer. Loss of collagen result in saggy skin, thin lines and wrinkles. Dermaroller helps regenerate natural skin collagen thereby minimising appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. And hence can be used as a anti-aging therapy.

Does dermarolling increase collagen?
When the dermaroller is rolled over the skin, the small, fine needles on the roller puncture the skin. … the skin releases substances that stimulate growth. new blood vessels form in the skin. the skin starts to make more collagen.

How to sterilize a dermaroller?
Disinfect your derma roller by letting it soak in 70 percent isopropyl alcohol for approximately 5 to 10 minutes.

Can I use 0.5 mm derma roller everyday?
0.2-0.25 mm dermaroller may be used daily or every other day. This size improves the absorption of applied skin care products. 0.5 mm dermaroller may be used once every 3 weeks

Can I use moisturizer after Dermarolling?
“As the process of microneedling creates small channels in the skin it is important not to apply products that could irritate the skin’s deeper layers. For that reason it’s a good idea to avoid vitamin A based skincare straight after microneedling.

Number of treatments required to see results from microneedling?
Multiple, since consistency is the key in dermarolling. You may not see benefits from microneedling for several weeks to months after treatment. This is because new collagen growth takes from 3 to 6 months after the end of your treatment.

How long it takes to see results from dermarolling?
It takes about 6 weeks for the deeper cells to migrate to the surface, although some clients see skin texture improvement almost straight away. Collagenesis will be on going for up to two years after treatment during which time more “mature” collagen will be laid down.

Who should not use a derma roller?
Dermarollers should not be used on areas of skin that have eczema, sunburn, or cold sores. Anywhere there are moles, skin inflammation, or rosacea should also be avoided.

Avoid microdermabrasion and microneedling if you have open sores or wounds, cold sores, skin infection, active acne, warts, eczema, psoriasis, blood vessel problems, lupus or uncontrolled diabetes.

USEFUL TIPS

After-treatment care for microdermabrasion and microneedling is similar. You will likely need longer care time after microneedling. Care tips for better healing and results include:
• avoid touching skin
• keep skin clean
• avoid hot baths or soaking the skin
• avoid exercise and sweating a lot
• avoid direct sunlight
• avoid strong cleansers
• avoid acne medication
• avoid perfumed moisturizers
• avoid makeup
• avoid chemical peels or creams
• avoid retinoid creams
• use a cold compress if needed
• use gentle cleansers recommended by your healthcare provider
• use medicated creams as directed by your healthcare provider
• take any prescribed medication as directed by your healthcare provider

Do’s:
•It’s important to keep your roller clean and sanitized to prevent breakout and infections.
•avoid makeup for 24 to 36 hours after each dermarolling session

Don’ts:
(What not to do before micro-needling.)
•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.

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