Does Micro Needling Work?
Well I can say that I have done this and I have had great results so far. I can’t wait to try it on scars, stretch marks and cellulite. So yes, when you ask does micro needling work? it worked for me!
How does Micro Needling work?
Micro needling also know as Collagen induction therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure with almost no side effects or down time. Micro needling rejuvenates skin, helps with fine lines and wrinkles, can repair surface scars, it can treat and repair pigmentation issues and has been said to treat sun damage. Micro needling also boosts the absorption of product.
Micro needling also helps shrink pores and can be used on not only the face but on many other parts of the body as well. Which is something I am very interested in trying! I have had 2 children and have battled with stretch marks and loose skin my entire life, so I am the perfect test subject to try this procedure on.
Micro Needling uses very tiny needles to create micro channels in the skin. (These are VERY tiny holes) What this does is stimulates your skins own natural healing process which produces collagen and elastin. The repair process starts happening almost instantly.What does Micro Needling feel like?
I won’t lie, where there is not much fat, it is a bit uncomfortable. I only use a lidocaine of 5% so it is not the best at numbing the face. The forehead and nose was the most uncomfortable for me, I don’t know if I would say it was painful, not really. I have never had a tattoo but it can’t be worse than that! The first time I did my own face, I did not have any lidocaine so I went without and lived to tell about it! It is hard to explain how it actually feels. I guess it feels like it sounds, like thousands if tiny skin pricks but it don’t really hurt that bad.
What happens after the treatment?
After the procedure your skin may be warm to the touch, should be red like you got a mild sunburn and should feel “tight.” Here I am right after my treatment.
For the next few days your skin should feel tight and you will want to use a very good moisturizer with sunscreen but avoid the sun as much as possible. ALWAYS use a high quality moisturizer with a sun screen in it. Murad has several that I love. And If you have to wear makeup soon after the procedure, make sure it is non-comedogenic.
Even with the use of good moisturizers, I did find my skin got dry, which is to be expected. I used the Murad Sensitive Skin Soothing Serum
So to your question, Does Micro Needling Work?
Again I say YES!! This is me 2 days after my treatment.
I absolutely LOVE the results and can’t wait to do it again!