Skin needling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, derma roller, micro
needling, mesotherapy, has been around
for decades. Based on the skin’s natural ability to repair itself whenever it
encounters physical damage such as cuts, burns or other abrasions. Immediately after an injury occurs to the skin, the body removes the damaged
collagen, elastin and other structures, which are then replaced by freshly made
smooth components.
Collagen is one of the key building blocks to our skin; by the age of 35
we will have lost half the collagen levels in our skin. The Chinese have been
using skin needling for ant ageing purposes for thousands of years. Modern
Medical research has shown that by using micro needling it may be possible to
increase collagen Induction by up to 1000% after a single treatment
Skin needling allows for a controlled stimulation of the skin’s self-repair
mechanism by creating thousands of tiny micro-channels not visible to the eye, using a safe, pain-free
method that triggers new collagen production. These tiny channels remain open
for up to 4 hour post treatment allowing serums, oils and preparations applied
to the skin for specific skin concerns to deeply penetrate the skin and heal the skin further.
Over a 3 – 6
month period your skin repairs itself naturally, improving acne scars, aged skin,
sun damage, fine lines, The overall result is smoother, firmer and
younger looking skin..
A course of
4 – 6 treatments is recommended for optimum results but a one off treatment can also be beneficial
The method I like to use with clients is slightly gentler to the skin
than traditional derma roller which require an anaesthetic cream
to be applied prior to treatment with more down time post treatment. The Micro-method which I currently recommend causes less visible trauma to the skin without the need for an anaesthetic but with amazing collagen stimulating results.
Micro - method treatment: A
small handheld roller with micro needles is gently rolled over the face,
focusing on areas of concern. Pure
serums and herb infused oils are applied during the treatment to aid in skin rejuvenation.
Post
treatment: The skin may feel warm, red and tight for 4 – 8 hours post treatment.
The following day redness should have gone and in some cases a slight sensitive
feeling may be experienced.











