What is Micro-Needling?

Micro-needling is a unique and effective treatment solution for the most common signs of skin aging and disorders, including acne scars, wrinkles, skin sagging, sun-damaged skin, age spots, enlarged pores, stretch marks, alopecia, and uneven skin tone.

During this procedure, tiny reciprocating disposable needles are used to create controlled micro-injuries. The micro-channeling causes the release of growth factors or hormones. This utilizes the natural healing force to enhance the production of fibroblast as a result new collagen and elastin activate. Which improves the scars, skin sagging, and wrinkles. Normal woven collagen rather than scar collagen is deposited at the treated site. Collagen formation through the normal wound healing process (inflammation, proliferation, remodeling) can be seen in 12 weeks.

Fibroblasts are the most common connective tissue cells known for their plasticity; adipocytes, pericytes, endothelial and epithelial cells. These cells produce a diverse group of products including collagen.

Fibroblasts that are present in the dermis become less active by age, leading to a decline in collagen production and in its quality (the thickness) and an increase in metalloproteinase (an enzyme that leads to the degradation of collagen) production. Lower activation of fibroblasts also causes a decline in glycosaminoglycans, including hyaluronic acid, which play a role in maintaining proper hydration of the skin. Micro-needling significantly improves the formation of fibroblast and hyaluronic acid resulting younger looking skin.

What are the Benefits of Micro-Needling Treatments?

• Improves acne scars;
• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles;
• Fades Hyper/ hypo-pigmentation;
• Improve stretch marks;
• Helps hair loss/Alopecia;
• Stimulates tissue regeneration;
• Improves skin texture;
• younger-looking skin;
• Potentiates the effects of product ingredients or makes the effects last longer;

A combination of Micro-Needling and other interventions such as laser treatments significantly increases the result.

What Areas Can be Treated with Micro-Needling?
Face, Neck, and body areas.

When will I See Micro-Needling Results?

• Immediately, the skin glows;
• Collagen production continues several days and weeks after treatment;
• Collagen continues to be produced up to 6 months after.

How many Micro-Needling Treatments will I Need?

There is really no limit to the number of micro-needling treatments you can undergo during your lifetime. When targeting a specific condition, the number of procedures would depend on the condition you want to be treated. For example, for acne scars or stretch marks, you may need about 4-8 procedures spaced 6 weeks apart to achieve excellent results. If you’re targeting wrinkles or sagging skin, it is recommended a series of 2-3 treatments spaced about 6-8 weeks apart.

Some clients only require a single treatment once a year to achieve optimal results.

What is Micro-Needling Treatment Downtime?

The mild erythema or redness fades significantly within 12 to 48 hours or the most up to a few days, depending on the area being treated. In order to reduce visible redness, we recommend the application of hyaluronic acid serum.

What does Micro-Needling Feel Like?
Like light sandpaper being moved over the numbed skin.

Micro-Needling and Alopecia Treatment

Micro-needling increases blood supply to the hair follicles, and the reciprocating action of the Pen stimulates the dermal papilla and stem cells.  This collagen induction has been shown to promote healthy hair growth and is the safest method of collagen induction therapy.

We use topical scalp treatment serum with Micro-needling to treat hair loss, but the absorption is increased by 5 times or more after the procedure, and the scalp will naturally heal itself.

Although treating Alopecia with Micro-needling is relatively new, it has been proven effective on multiple clients.  It is suitable for hair loss in both men and women

Micro-Needling Post-Treatment Care
 Do not touch your face for up to 24 hours
 Do not wash your face for up to 24 hours
 Change your pillowcase every night for one week
 Disinfect glasses and cellphone before using
 Avoid sun exposure for 72 hours and apply physical sunscreen (zinc-based) SPF 30 after
 Avoid sweaty exercises for 4 days
 Apply hyaluronic acid long-lasting serum to restore the skin’s internal environment and
help maintain natural functions in the skin
 Mineral make-up can be worn after 24 hours

If you feel any unusual reaction or condition on your skin, please contact your health care professional or Nell Clinic at 416-228-0011

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