Aesthetic
Microneedling
What is Microneedling?
This procedure, sometimes referred to as collagen induction therapy, involves using a specific tool with fine hair-like needles to create tiny pinpricks on the surface of the skin. These “micro-injuries” cause the body to create new healthy collagen to repair the pinpricks.
How Long Has Microneedling Been Around?
The origins of microneedling can be traced back to 1995 when Dr. Desmond Fernandes, a plastic surgeon from South Africa, introduced a needling device to treat scars and wrinkles. Â However, the concept of creating micro-injuries to stimulate skin regeneration has been around for centuries, with ancient practices like acupuncture and the more modern dermaroller serving as precursors to today’s advanced microneedling devices.
How Does Microneedling Work?
Microneedling is all about stimulating collagen production by using the body’s natural healing process in response to tissue injury. By initiating this natural healing process, microneedling helps to reduce the appearance of scars, wrinkles, and pore size while improving overall skin texture and firmness.  Moreover, the channels created by the needles allow for better absorption of topical products, enhancing their effectiveness.
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Benefits of Microneedling
Microneedling Enhancements
Microneedling with PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a dense aggregation of platelets from the bloodstream essential for repairing wounds. Â In microneedling treatments, PRP can be used to disperse growth factors into the dermis, accelerating the body’s natural restoration mechanism and promoting the generation of fresh collagen and elastin.
Combining PRP with microneedling can enhance the healing process and produce more significant results than microneedling alone. Â The microneedling process allows the PRP to penetrate deeper into the skin, maximizing the effects of the growth factors.
Microneedling with Exosomes
Exosomes are extracellular vesicles that play a crucial role in cell communication, carrying proteins, lipids, and RNA from one cell to another.  They have regenerative properties, which can be harnessed for skin rejuvenation. For a more in-depth understanding, read our blog entitled “Exosomes and Skincare.”Â
Combining Exosomes with Microneedling can benefit the skin in the following ways:
- Accelerated Healing: Exosomes can significantly accelerate the healing process post-microneedling.
- Boosted Collagen Production: The regenerative properties of exosomes work to boost collagen production, leading to firmer, smoother skin.
- Improved Skin Texture and Tone: Patients can expect to see noticeable improvements in their skin’s texture and tone, with a reduction in scars, wrinkles, and other imperfections.
