Everybody wants good skin and many will go to any extent to keep their skin looking and feeling youthful. However, with pollution and the innumerable amount of stressors in our lives, this chips away at our skin’s health and appearance, along with longer term damage from being outdoors and under the sun.
Chronic stress drains us physically and mentally, but intense stress can actually age the mind and body at double speed. However, there are several ways we can combat this. There are many treatments which can improve our skin forever, turning back the clock and undoing the effects of stress and the outdoor elements.
When looking for an aesthetic clinic in London, there are many options, and finding the right one can be challenging. Nowadays, there are so many up-and-coming skin treatments that you wouldn’t know where to start. But we do! Microneedling. If this is the first time you are hearing this term, sit back because we are here with all the information you might need.
What is Microneedling?
Microneedling (medical needling) is a dermatological technique in which tiny needles penetrate the top layer of the skin which signals to our bodies that our skin requires healing and rejuvenation. Our body then reacts by providing extra skincare advantages through encouraging collagen formation and promoting our skin’s restoration. The micro-needling process pricks the skin with small needles that typically range from 0.1 to 2.5 mm in diameter, using either a stamp or a microneedling pen. This is known as a collagen induction treatment, as microneedling generates micro-wounds on the skin to stimulate collagen production and restore our skin’s health inside and out.
Benefits of Microneedling
- Anti-ageing: Wrinkles and discoloration aren’t the only signs of ageing. Your skin loses elasticity as you age, making it appear loose. Skin that is ageing may appear dull and lack a glossy sheen. This is something that micro-needling can help with. Collagen production in response to small wounds can help to enhance skin structure and prevent sagging. Plus, you get a bright, youthful glow within 24 hours after a treatment.
- Shrinks pores: Microneedling, despite the fact that it entails poking holes in your skin, does not accentuate the visibility of your pores. In fact, it actually makes your pores appear smaller. When the collagen around your pores is activated, the skin around each pore plumps up, practically obliterating the pore itself.
- Helps absorb topical products better: Anti-ageing therapies, moisturizers, and other topical treatments that improve skin health and appearance, are best applied after microneedling. Creams, serums, and gels are absorbed more readily by the micro-holes and delivered deeper into the dermis than when applied regularly. This is why, when performing a microneedling treatment, we apply potent serums to the skin while the wounds are still open, ensuring that you get the best results possible.
- Reduce scars: Microneedling is a highly effective scar therapy, particularly for deep-set acne scars. It aids in the restoration of your skin’s appearance by activating new skin cells and breaking down old scar tissue. Collagen growth can also improve the appearance of scars by filling in and adding volume to the skin, making scars appear less defined and smoother.
- Stimulate blood flow: The immune system skillfully boosts blood flow in the damaged area when small wounds are created, allowing it to get more oxygen and nutrients to aid in the healing process. It’s no surprise that your skin will feel and look healthier with more oxygenated blood in it, resulting in a natural shine.
- Reduces rosacea: Microneedling can help with rosacea’s ruddiness and thickness of the skin. The degradation of collagen is accelerated in people who have this skin disorder. Microneedling encourages the production of new collagen to compensate for and replace the loss of old collagen, making skin appear less inflamed and irritated.
- Undoing sun damage: Microneedling can help reduce the appearance of sun damage, such as hyperpigmentation and age spots. If you have a hyperpigmented, brownish complexion due to too much sun, microneedling can generate new collagen, and skin cells can revitalize your appearance and even out your tone.
Who is Microneedling for?
Have you been contemplating getting microneedling? If you have been wondering whether or not it’s for you, let’s find out here. We offer two types of microneedling (medical needling), one which uses heat and one which does not, so is acceptable for all skin tones; therefore, you are safe if you have a darker skin tone that is prone to pigmentation. Those with sun damage, hyperpigmentation, loose skin, and fine lines and wrinkles are the greatest candidates for microneedling. Microneedling is also ideal for those who want to improve the texture and tone of their skin.
When should you avoid it?
As good as microneedling is, you should avoid it in certain situations. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should avoid microneedling. It’s also not recommended for those with psoriasis, severe eczema, highly sensitive skin, collagen vascular disorders, fungal infections, keloid scars, or scleroderma, to avoid further skin irritation and damage. Microneedling can increase inflammatory acne in those with active acne outbreaks; thus, it’s better to wait until the active breakout has cleared before doing so. The same can be said for skin infections that may be spread or aggravated due to a technique such as microneedling.
A cosmetic skin treatment is a territory that needs a lot of thought and discussion before diving into it. Sure, there is a lot to microneedling, and a session with the Aesthetician at the clinic will clear all doubts and answer all your queries. If you want to dip your toes into the fascinating world of microneedling, Dr. Preema London’s boutique Aesthetic Clinic will provide you with the most reliable microneedling treatment that you can hope for.
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