Micro-Needling Toronto
What is Micro-Needling?
Micro-needling is a safe and effective cosmetic treatment that addresses common skin concerns such as wrinkles, acne scars, sun damage, age spots, enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, and stretch marks. This innovative procedure involves the use of tiny disposable needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin, which stimulates the release of growth factors and activates the production of new collagen and elastin. As we age, our skin’s natural healing processes slow down, resulting in a decrease in collagen production, thinner skin, and an increase in metalloproteinase, which degrades collagen. Micro-needling helps reverse these effects by triggering the production of fibroblasts, the most common connective tissue cells that produce collagen, hyaluronic acid, and other components that maintain the skin’s hydration and elasticity.
How Does Micro-Needling Work?
The procedure involves creating micro-injuries on the skin using tiny disposable needles, which stimulate the body’s natural healing response to promote collagen and elastin production.
What are the Benefits of Micro-Needling Treatments?
Micro-needling offers numerous benefits, including the reduction of acne scars, fine lines, and wrinkles, the fading of hyper/hypo-pigmentation, the improvement of stretch marks, and the stimulation of tissue regeneration. Additionally, micro-needling potentiates the effects of product ingredients or makes the effects last longer. The procedure can also be combined with other interventions, such as laser treatments, to enhance results significantly.
Benefits of Micro-Needling Treatments briefly?
- 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 and 3D HIFU treatments significantly increases the result.
What Areas Can be Treated with Micro-Needling?
The treatment can be performed on the face, neck, and body areas.
When will I See Micro-Needling Results?
The results can be seen immediately, with collagen production continuing for several weeks after the procedure.
How Many Micro-Needling Treatments Will I Need?
The number of treatments required varies depending on the skin condition being treated, with 3-8 sessions spaced 2-8 weeks apart recommended for acne scars or stretch marks, and 2-3 treatments spaced 3-8 weeks apart for wrinkles or sagging skin.
Micro-Needling and Alopecia Treatment
Alopecia refers to a group of hair loss conditions that can affect both women and men, causing partial or complete hair loss on the scalp or other parts of the body. It can have a significant impact on an individual’s quality of life and self-esteem.
While micro-needling is primarily used for skin concerns like wrinkles, scars, and pigmentation issues, it has also shown promise in the treatment of alopecia.
Micro-needling for alopecia involves using an Innopen or other devices to create controlled micro-injuries in the affected areas of the scalp. These micro-injuries activate the body’s wound-healing response, which includes increased blood circulation, the release of growth factors, and the stimulation of hair follicles. The process encourages the regeneration of hair follicles and promotes the growth of new, healthy hair.
Treatment frequency and duration of micro-needling treatments for alopecia can vary depending on the individual and the severity of the condition. Generally, multiple sessions are required, typically spaced a few weeks apart. Maintenance treatments may also be necessary to sustain the results.
Micro-Needling Post-Treatment Care
Ø Do not touch your face for up to 24 hours
Ø Change your pillowcase every night for one week
Ø Disinfect eyeglasses and cell phone before using
Ø Avoid sun exposure for 72 hours and apply physical sunscreen (zinc-based) SPF 30 after
Ø Avoid sweaty exercises for 4 days
Ø Apply hyaluronic acid long-lasting serum to restore the skin’s internal environment and
help maintain natural functions in the skin
Ø Mineral makeup 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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