DNA Exosomes Cellular Microneedling Facial is a quick in-office procedure suitable for a wide variety of skin problems. It is otherwise called “collagen induction therapy,” as it stimulates the natural skin repair processes to produce collagen and new skin tissue.
The microneedling aftercare regimen focuses on promoting skin rejuvenation and preventing unwanted side effects. In this article, we explain the recovery process after having this treatment and what you can do to enhance its effectiveness.
What Is Microneedling and How Does It Work?
In a microneedling procedure, the specialist uses a handheld device that passes rows of sterile, small needles on the skin. The tiny wounds stimulate inflammation, initiating the events that lead to skin renewal and collagen induction.
At the end of your treatment, new skin cells, which are softer and lighter in colour, replace damaged tissues. Increased collagen production smoothens fine lines and coarse wrinkles by filling up the deeper skin layers and elevating the surface. You will see your skin regaining its youthful glow.
For the treatment of scar tissue, the microneedling device breaks up malformed collagen and stimulates skin remodelling. It can reduce raised scars and puff up depressed ones.
Aside from skin rejuvenation and scar treatment, microneedling is also suitable for the following conditions:
- Blackheads
- Some cases of unwanted pigment
- Stretch marks
- Sun damage
- Loose skin
- Health conditions needing medications to penetrate the tough skin barrier
Microneedling may be combined with other treatments, e.g. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, hyaluronic acid injection, chemical peel, laser resurfacing and others to enhance its effects.
What Happens During a Microneedling Procedure?
During your microneedling session, the doctor will clean up the treatment area and apply some numbing cream on it. The medication takes 30-60 minutes to work. Once the site feels numb, the dermatologist will start using the microneedling instrument on your skin. The procedure itself usually takes about 15 minutes.
Is Microneedling Painful?
Microneedling treatment is painless because of the local anaesthetic applied at the start of the session. You may feel some dull pressure on the area, but it will not hurt. Once the numbing cream wears off, you may feel some tenderness and tightness, which may last for a few days. Most people can tolerate the discomfort or minimise it with Tylenol, but you must tell your doctor if you experience severe pain.
What Are the Risks of Microneedling?
The expected side effects of skin needling treatment are mild tenderness and tightness, swelling and redness at the site. All of these are part of the normal inflammatory process, which is necessary for inducing skin repair mechanisms. Vulnerable people may notice some bruising. These changes may last two to three days.
The following can also occur, but the odds are very low:
- Allergic reaction
- Infection
- Worsening of the initial skin condition
- Profuse bleeding
What Can You Expect During Your Recovery from a Microneedling Treatment?
Here, we discuss the most important aspects of microneedling recovery that patients usually ask about.
How Long Is the Downtime for Microneedling?
The downtime for this procedure is minimal. Inflammation is at its peak in the first two to three days, so the skin is highly sensitive at this time. Your doctor may advise you to avoid strenuous activities during the first few days after treatment to reduce the risk of skin irritation, trauma and bruising.
How Long Does It Take to See Results from Microneedling?
The timeline of the effects of microneedling varies from person to person. However, most people will notice skin flaking and peeling three days after their microneedling session. These changes are normally observed when the skin is trying to repair itself.
You may notice some improvement of your skin’s tone and texture as early as two to three weeks after your first session. The maximal effects typically occur after three months, when collagen has fully formed. Multiple microneedling treatments have additive effects—they give better results that last longer.
Get in touch with us to find out more about this procedure and how it can help with your skin issues.