Microneedling
Microneedling is a technique that involves the use of a needle device to create micro lesions in the skin with the aim of inducing collagen formation, thus rejuvenating the skin. It also works by improving the texture, firmness of the skin, reducing scars, pore size and also in the treatment of stretch marks reduction. Performed at the necessary depth, micropunctures open small channels that the body is responsible for recovering by synthesizing collagen, essential for the health and quality of tissues by reinforcing them and giving them firmness.
Each needle prick creates a microscopic channel, or empty space. The skin recognizes this channel as a loss of tissue and begins to produce collagen and elastin to "fill" the channel. Collagen is the main structural protein of the skin, responsible for maintaining the integrity, firmness and elasticity of the skin.
Needle sizes start at 0.1 mm, which only affects the epidermis (the outermost layer of the skin), and can go up to 3.0 mm, thus affecting the deepest layer of the skin (the dermis). Lengths between 0.1mm and 0.3mm are used for more superficial cosmetic purposes, such as increasing the penetration of topical serums. Fine lines and wrinkles are treated with needles between 0.5 mm and 1.5 mm. More invasive procedures use 1.5 mm to 3 mm needles to reduce scars, deep wrinkles, and stretch marks.
INDICATIONS
Microneedling can be performed on any type of skin and in sensitive areas such as the eye area, eyelids, lips or neck.
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Skin rejuvenation.
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Improves the condition of dehydrated skin, without luminosity
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Treatment of fine wrinkles, eye contour
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Treatment of acne marks and enlarged pores
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Spot treatment
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Treatments of scars, stretch marks
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Treatment of alopecia, or devitalized hair
WHEN SHOULD IT BE DONE?
It can be done both in summer and winter, as long as sun protection and home treatment guidelines are followed.
CAN IT BE ASSOCIATED WITH OTHER TREATMENTS?
The results are enhanced when we combine it with other treatments such as peels or platelet-rich plasma.
HOW MANY SESSIONS ARE NECESSARY?
It is recommended to perform between 3-5 treatments every 4-6 weeks.