Benefits
Your appointment includes a comprehensive consultation and skin analysis to understand your specific needs; however, this powerful treatment is specialised to treat:
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Fine lines and wrinkles
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Collagen inductions therapy
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Aged and sagging skin
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Skin tightening and rejuvenation
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Large pores
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Scars (acne, surgical, and burns)
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Stretch marks
Homecare following treatment is essential to promote and accelerate results; as part of your session, I will prescribe a tailored treatment plan aligned to your specific skincare needs and concerns.
What is Skin Needling?
As we age, the production of elastin and collagen supporting cells naturally diminish, leading to open pores, sagging skin, fine lines and wrinkles. This ageing process slowly starts to appear after the age of 35. Skin Needling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, Micro-needling or DermaPen™️ (to name a few), is a powerful cosmetic treatment designed to stimulate collagen production and accelerate cell renewal.
Skin Needling is a pen-like device containing multiple fine needles which vibrate and penetrate the skin at extremely high speeds creating 1296 tiny micro-channels in the skin every second. This revolutionary method of creating microscopic breaks in the blood vessels immediately below the surface of your epidermis activates your skin’s natural healing process, stimulating new collagen and elastin production.
Dr Des Fernandes, Environ Founder and Scientific Director, is the world pioneer in non-invasive skin rejuvenation and the founder of Mirco-needling.
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How many treatments are best?Good things take time and each client will present with a unique skin constitution, thus the number of micro-needling treatments needed will vary from person to person. We recommend repeating your Dermapen treatments every 4-6 weeks until you achieve your desired results. For scar reduction, an average of three to six treatments is normally recommended with lasting results commonly seen in six treatments. Rejuvenation | 3–5 treatmentsAcne Scarring or Severe Scarring | 6+ Treatments Stretch Marks | 6–10 Treatments depending on severity
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Who is not suited for Skin Needling?Those prone to Keloid scarring Those whom are Pregnant Those with Allergies to penicillin Those on Anticoagulative medications (Asprin)
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Is Skin Needling painful?Dermapen treatments can cause some discomfort for those with sensitive skin or low pain thresholds. However, the vibrating effect of the device works to interrupt pain receptors in the skin, making the procedure more manageable and, in most cases, undetectable. In addition, the device isn't rolled or dragged across the skin like a traditional skin roller; instead, the microscopic punctures are direct, clean and precise, causing no tearing to the epidermal layers. In some instances, a numbing cream may be applied before treatments; however, this will need to be approved by a GP and or Pharmacist and administered by the client.
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Are there any side effects?Most people can return to their daily routine immediately after treatment, however, possible side effects including slight swelling, temporary discomfort, minor redness, possible, bruising, dryness and light flaking. The signs of a strong and successful treatment may include the presence of petechiae (tiny red dots) that are completely harmless and will disappear in a few days.
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What to expect after treatmentsThis is only a guide, as each individual will react differently depending on the skin's response to the treatment and the intensity of the treatment. Redness and swelling should subside within 24 hours, with the average healing process being two to five days. Day 1: Redness and tightness. Slight swelling; this is normal Day 2: Slight redness and possible dryness in some cases; this is normal Day 3: Skin colour starts to go back to normal, but the skin may still feel dry; this is normal Day 4: Skin may flake but feels comfortable; flaking is normal Day 5-7: Skin may continue to flake but returns to normal by day 7
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Post treatment care instructionsAvoid excessive exercising and sweating immediately before and after your treatment Avoid saunas, hot baths, or spas Avoid solariums and spray tans Avoid direct sun exposure for 2 weeks after treatment and use an SPF 50+ daily Avoid swimming in chlorinated pools for 1 week post treatment Avoid IPL, microdermabrasion, lasers, and chemical peels for two to four weeks after treatment
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How can I maximise my results?The best way to maximise your results is to combine Skin Needling with LED Light Therapy, High-Frequency Therapy Oxygen Therapy, or Ice Globe Therapy, all of which have a soothing, calming, and restorative effect on the skin. Read more about these wonderful treatments, and if you have any further questions, please reach out to discuss the best treatment plan for you.