Microneedling: The Natural Solution to Correcting Skin Flaws
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, is a dermatological procedure that can help improve complexion flaws caused by aging, acne, or the sun. The treatment can be effective for rejuvenating tired complexions and minimizing lines and wrinkles. Although it can help problem areas such as scars and dark spots, the benefits of microneedling include a more radiant and youthful appearance overall.
You’ll enjoy the best outcomes from this treatment by working with a microneedling specialist. Filomena Abitino-Howe, RPA-C, of Boost Your Beauty Medispa in Merrick, New York, has the expertise necessary to administer microneedling safely and effectively. The staff of Boost Your Beauty Medispa helps patients get desired results with this innovative, nonsurgical approach to skin rejuvenation.
What is microneedling?
Microneedling uses a device to create small puncture holes all over the surface of your skin. The microneedling device is a handheld roller or pen fitted with multiple tiny needles. As the device is moved over your face, it creates small punctures in the top layer of your skin.
When your skin is damaged, it sends a “message” that tells your body to help heal the wounds. In response, your body generates collagen, elastin, and other factors that stimulate cellular growth to aid in tissue repair and replacement at the wound sites. The result is the growth of new, repaired skin that’s firm, healthy, and youthful-looking.
Microneedling uses your body’s own healing mechanisms to produce recognizable results. In doing this, it offers a natural enhancement alternative to synthetic materials or fillers. By stimulating collagen and elastin production, microneedling takes advantage of your skin’s inherent natural healing properties.
What’s involved in a microneedling procedure?
Before your microneedling procedure, you can expect to receive a topical numbing cream on your face. You may experience some discomfort, though patients report that the procedure is tolerable. The staff at Boost Your Beauty Medispa ensure that you’re as comfortable as possible while microneedling is administered.
The effects of microneedling can be naturally enhanced with the addition of platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Plasma is an element of your blood that contains special proteins for cell growth. When plasma is separated from blood, it can be used alone to promote healing at the microneedling sites.
The PRP used in your microneedling procedure is from your own blood. Blood is drawn from your arm then put into a centrifuge, which isolates the PRP. The PRP is then massaged into the microneedling punctures, which are the perfect delivery systems for PRP penetration into your skin.
What can I expect after microneedling?
One of the most significant benefits of microneedling is that it doesn’t require downtime like some other cosmetic procedures. However, your skin may appear pinkish, swollen, and lightly bruised for a day or two. In most cases, these effects can be camouflaged with makeup.
As your skin returns to normal, you’re likely to notice reduced pore size, firmer and tighter skin, and an overall youthful glow. These results usually appear about three days after your microneedling procedure, while the full extent of your results appears after a few weeks.
Microneedling may provide improvement of the following skin flaws:
Wrinkles
Fine lines
Scars
Skin roughness
Dark spots
Depending on your skin condition and desired results, your treatment plan may involve a series of several microneedling treatments across a specific period of time. The staff at Boost Your Beauty Medispa determines the safest approach for ensuring that you get the best results.
If you’re ready to try an effective, noninvasive treatment for your skin flaws, find out if microneedling is right for you. Schedule a consultation at Boost Your Beauty Medispa online or by calling our office.