Oh, the lengths we would go to just to preserve our beauty. While some think that looking good is only superficial, it’s no secret that when you like what you see in the mirror, you also feel more confident to face the world and take on challenges that would otherwise be more difficult if you didn’t have good self-esteem.
The good thing is, there are already a lot of treatments, procedures, and products that can help you maintain your beauty, whether it’s keeping the signs of ageing at bay or addressing common skin problems. Now if you’re a beauty enthusiast, you’ve probably heard about skin needling, which is one of the most popular beauty treatments in Australia today. But what exactly is skin needling, and how can it help you look beautiful?
What does skin needling do?
Skin needling or microneedling is a type of minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that utilises the power of very fine needles to repeatedly puncture the skin, creating micro-injuries that activate the body’s natural wound healing ability and boost elastin and collagen production in the process.
The idea behind skin needling started in the 1950s when Dr. Michel Pistor discovered that pricking the skin would help to promote collagen formation. Through the years, the procedure evolved following the concept that the skin goes through three stages of wound healing.
Upon injury, the skin releases growth factors that make it inflamed. Then, the skin tissues release collagen and glycoproteins to help migrate the wound. During the proliferation stage, the skin also increases its dermis.
As the injury continues to heal, tissues are remodelled increasing fresh collagen production and giving your face that skin-tightening effect.
Now the thought of having injuries on your face and body may sound scary, but it’s not. These micro-injuries are actually invisible, and the needles used are so fine that you will feel little to no pain during the procedure.
What are the benefits of skin needling?
Skin needling has been proven to offer a lot of benefits, including:
- Better collagen and elastin production to help promote better skin health
- Reduction in the appearance of pores, fine lines, and wrinkles to make you look younger for longer
- Creating a firmer, smoother, and more even toned skin to give you that fresh glow even without makeup
What parts of the body can you do skin needling?
Contrary to popular belief, skin needling isn’t limited to the face alone. You can also do skin needling on your neck, decolletage, breasts, back, buttocks, hands, hips, and stomach.
Is skin needling expensive?
Sometimes, you might feel intimidated to undergo aesthetic procedures like skin needling, thinking that it would break your bank. But the good news is, this type of procedure is actually a lot cheaper than you think, with the rates depending on where you’re going to get treatment and what part of the body you’re treating.
At Evolution Laser Clinic, you can get different skin needling procedures at discounted prices. For instance, skin needling in the face used to be AUD299, but they’re now offering it at just AUD149.50. The trick here is to find a clinic that can give you good-quality treatments done by experts at prices that you can afford. Keep in mind that you should only go to reputable clinics, even if it means paying more, because you need to put your safety as a priority at all times.
How do you prepare for skin needling?
Once you decide to undergo skin needling, you should consult a dermatologist first to see if you are qualified for such treatment or if it’s the right procedure for the problems that you have. After having your schedule, your therapist will also give you recommendations on how you can prepare for the treatment. But in general, you can also follow these tips to prepare for your skin needling procedure:
- Stay away from the sun. If you can, stay at home a few days before your treatment and avoid any outdoor activities like going to the beach or doing sports that will expose you to the sun. Prolonged sun exposure will affect the quality of your treatment and would even irritate your skin, which will hinder the results that you want.
- Drink plenty of water. Your skin will need all the hydration it can get to make the procedure more effective. So make sure that you drink plenty of water in the days leading up to your treatment and even after. Good hydration enhances your skin’s moisture barrier, allowing the treatment to maximise its benefits on your skin.
- Stop using very strong products. Avoid using acid-based products, exfoliants, and retinoids at least a week before your skin needling procedure. Replace them with gentle cleansers and other lighter products to give your skin the chance to rest and restore its balance as preparation for the procedure.
- Treat breakouts first. Let your therapist know if you have any active lesions or breakouts that won’t heal in time for your procedure. You can’t go through skin needling when you have any active pimples or irritation since it would irritate your skin more. Since you can’t predict when breakouts will appear, it’s best to communicate with your therapist to reschedule your procedure if needed.
Will you have any downtime after skin needling?
You can expect very minimal downtime after the procedure, although your face will be pinkish and a little swollen for a few days. But you need to be more mindful during the first week after the procedure to make sure that you get the best results and no side effects.
For one, you should stay home for at least two days to give your skin time to rest and not get exposed to the sun or any other elements that could easily irritate it. You should also avoid using any harsh skincare or makeup.
Finally, you should avoid taking hot baths or going into the sauna for about two weeks since the heat could make your skin swell due to irritation.
With all these benefits and more, why don’t you give skin needling a try now? Get in touch with us at Evolution Laser Clinic so we can discuss the procedure with you.
