We all want to get rid of those old scars, stretch marks around the arms, thighs, or on the belly. Particularly, getting rid of stretch marks can get super challenging. Luckily, the cosmetic industry has progressed tremendously and we have a solution for that as well. 

Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure that stimulates the production of collagen in your skin naturally. As a result, microneedling allows the healing of old scars and improves the quality of skin.

What are the benefits of microneedling?

Microneedling offers a versatile range of cosmetic benefits. Here are some of them.

• Microneedling helps in healing old scars caused by acne, or other microtraumas.
• It helps in reducing the hyperpigmentation and making your skin tone even.
• It stimulates collagen production in your skin.
• Microneedling improves the overall quality and elasticity of your skin
• It can also be used to get rid of old stretch arms on your abdomen, thighs and even arms. 
• It can help in reducing the appearance of large pores on your skin as well.

To sum it all up, microneedling can be considered a revolutionary anti-aging cosmetic procedure!

Ins and outs of a microneedling procedure!

Before the procedure 

Microneedling is performed using a specially designed tool. The head of the tool, usually a roller, consists of numerous tiny needles. Before using the tool on your face, all the equipment is properly sterilized and a numbing cream is applied on your face to reduce the discomfort caused by the pricking. 

During the procedure 

The sterilized needles are then pricked slightly only on the surface layers of the skin. You might see some blood oozing out of the pricked areas, your provider might also apply a cream to clean it and soothe out the skin. 

Pricking of needles triggers the natural response of the body and stimulates the production of collagen rich cells.  The newly formed collagen rich matrix fills up the pores, rejuvenates the skin and heals any old scars over the weeks!

One entire session of microneedling takes between 10-20 minutes to complete. However, you might need multiple sessions to get the desired results. 

Aftercare

The procedure is non-surgical and minimally invasive. So, the recovery or aftercare is also minimal. 

• It’s advised that you keep your skin moisturized to avoid the formation of itchy scabs.
• Your skin might seem red and irritative immediately after the treatment, therefore, it’s best to avoid over exposure to sun. Apply sunscreen before going out. 
• Lastly, avoid any harsh chemicals or acid-containing cleansers because your skin has just been pricked with thousands of tiny needles. 

Who can get microneedling?

Anyone who has old scars, stretch marks, sun damage or hyperpigmentation on skin can get it done. It’s important to inform your aesthetician of any underlying skin infections or skin conditions that keep coming back. It’s best to avoid microneedling on the surfaces that have open or new scars.

Safety and efficacy of microneedling!

Just like any other cosmetic procedure, the safety and efficacy of microneedling depends on the practitioner. You need to carefully scrutinize your options before opting for one. An experienced and board certified practitioner can make sure you get the ideal results with zero side effects.