What is microneedling? A guide from our skin clinic

These days, there is more than one way to treat the appearance of wrinkles using non-surgical methods. And one of the most popular ones that can be performed either at home or in the clinic is microneedling. This procedure produces striking results with minimal invasiveness and discomfort.

But if you are new to the area of non-surgical facial aesthetics, you may have some questions about microneedling, what it involves and whether you are a good candidate to have it performed.

At the Skin Studio UK, our skin clinic in Surrey is happy to be able to offer our suitable clients microneedling. This procedure is fast, has long-lasting results and will leave you with the rejuvenated and refreshed skin on your face and neck that you have always wanted.

But what exactly is microneedling and what does it typically involve? Our team at the skin clinic Surrey answers these questions and more in the following short guide.

What is microneedling?

Microneedling is a non-surgical facial aesthetics method which is great for restoring youthful skin and is less invasive than other treatments. According to our team at the skin clinic Surrey, this procedure uses derma stamp pens or rollers that have ultra-fine needles on them. These puncture the skin to encourage collagen and elastin production which, after the age of 30, begin to fade. When your skin is healing from these microscopic injection sites, collagen is produced and forms new skin tissue.

Alternatively, following a microneedling treatment, you can use hyaluronic acid and these microscopic injection sites will act as a more direct delivery system.

Suitability

Generally speaking, most people are suitable for microneedling. However, if you have a clotting or bleeding disorder or are taking medicines to thin your blood such as warfarin, you would not be suitable, as this procedure does involve microscopic puncture wounds. You may also want to avoid having this procedure if you have conditions that affect your skin such as psoriasis or eczema. If you have diabetes, it can also be problematic as you will have a weakened immune system.

Length of procedure

When you come to see our team, the process of having your face treated will generally take between 45 minutes to an hour, but this may vary if you have deep-set wrinkles in your skin.

Aftercare

When you have had microneedling performed, you should not take any anti-inflammatory medications for about a week after the procedure. You will also need to avoid sun tanning, or exposure to direct sunlight for at least 2 weeks as well. You will probably experience a little bit of soreness following microneedling, for which it is advised you take over-the-counter pain relievers such as paracetamol. Avoid ibuprofen, as this can thin the blood and cause bruising to worsen.

Longevity of results

If you follow these aftercare results, then you can expect the effects of your microneedling treatment to last for between 3 to 5 months. This will vary based on a couple of factors such as your age and the natural level of collagen in your skin, and the severity of the wrinkles being treated.