Contents:
- Medical Video: Chemical Peel Treatment at Pulse Light Clinic London
- Understand how to work and microneedling procedures
- Microneedling side effects to watch out for
- Which must be considered before doing microneedling
Medical Video: Chemical Peel Treatment at Pulse Light Clinic London
In addition to botox and fillers, there is one popular dermatologist treatment: microneedling. Yes, collagen induction therapy or better known as microneedling is one of the facial treatment procedures that are widely used to treat various skin problems. Initially this procedure was introduced for skin rejuvenation. However, along with its development, microneedling can also be used to treat various other skin problems. For example removing scars, zits, stretch marks, wrinkles, black spots, and large pores.
Microneedling is a safe, easy and effective skin care procedure. Even so, as with other skin care procedures, microneedling does not mean risk free at all. If not done in the right way, this procedure can actually have an adverse effect on you. So, what are the microneedling side effects? Find out the answer below.
Understand how to work and microneedling procedures
Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure used to help overcome various skin problems by stimulating collagen production. Microneedling is also known as collagen induction therapy.
If the various beauty procedures that you have done to deal with acne scars and stretch marks have not given satisfactory results, you can try microneedling. Not only that, this procedure can also be used to treat various facial skin problems such as acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin, large pores, brown spots, and other skin pigment problems.
This procedure takes about 30 minutes. Your doctor will provide local anesthesia to reduce the possibility of pain one hour before treatment begins. During the procedure, the doctor will insert fine needles under your skin with a tool called dermarollerto cause small wounds. Minor injuries to your facial skin will then stimulate the production of elastin and collagen which help heal wounds. This new collagen will make your facial skin look slipperier, tighter, and younger.
After the procedure, you will be given a serum that serves to increase collagen production. If you have sensitive skin, you must be careful when using this serum. Your skin will become more sensitive after treatment because the procedure can trigger inflammation. The wounds that appear also allow any product used on your skin to penetrate deeper and more irritating.
Microneedling side effects to watch out for
As with all cosmetic procedures, microneedling is not without risk at all. The most common side effect is mild skin irritation after the procedure. Your skin will also look slightly reddish for several days. This is a natural response to small wounds caused by needles being inserted into your skin.
In general, microneedling side effects are not as heavy as plastic surgery, so the recovery time tends to be faster. You can return to work or normal activities after the procedure if you feel comfortable. Some people are also allowed to use makeup to disguise microneedling side effects a few days after the procedure.
Your skin will also be more sensitive to the sun, so it is important for you to always use sunscreen when you want to do outdoor activities. Call your doctor immediately if you see more severe side effects, such as:
- Bloody
- Festering
- Swelling and bruising
- Infection
- Excessive skin peeling
Which must be considered before doing microneedling
Not everyone is safe to do this procedure. You should consult with a dermatologist and a beautician before undergoing this skin treatment. Especially if you:
- Pregnant
- Have certain skin diseases, such as psoriasis or eczema
- Has open wounds
- Has a history of skin scars
- Are undergoing certain radiation therapy
- Have active pimples
