What product is used?
In clinic we use ‘Raffine’ which is a medical CE certified automatic microneedle therapy system.
The Raffine automatic microneedling device is far more advanced than MTS (Dermaroller Type needling). Clinical studies have also shown that to be more effective than ablative treatments like some laser resurfacing, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels.
How does Skin microneedling/Collagen Induction Therapy work?
Skin needling or ‘microneedling’ is a procedure where superficial micropunctures are created using miniature fine needles. A controlled skin injury with minimal superficial bleeding is made without damaging the epidermis/dermis.
The aim of the treatment is to stimulate skin cells such as keratinocytes, melanocytes and fibroblast cells to improve their function.
Microneedling is an evidence-based treatment. Various studies and different theories exist to support its efficacy. One principle is that tiny puncture wounds goes through the same wound healing cascade as a larger wound causing tissue remodelling. Another notion is that needles breakdown old hardened scar strands allowing them to revascularize. It is also thought that needles increase the inner electrical membrane potential of cells which triggers the release of various growth factors leading to the migration of fibroblasts to the site of injury, and hence, collagen induction. Thus, the needles do not create a wound in a real sense, but rather body cells are fooled into believing that the injury has occurred.
Using skin needling consistently triggers the body’s repair process until the desired level of skin rejuvenation is achieved. Microneedling results in the production of new collagen and elastin, improvement in skin tone and texture, firmness, fine lines and wrinkles as well as reduction in scars and pore size.
Traditionally a professional or home dermaroller has been used over the past decade. It has evolved to an automated vibrating microneedling device which looks like a pen.
How popular is this treatment?
This treatment is very popular as it creates dermal damage without removal of the healthy epidermis which means that (compared to some resurfacing treatments such as laser) the healing time is rapid, does not cause any comparable pain and results are quick, long lasting and cost effective.
What areas can be treated?
- Face (rejuvenation, lines & wrinkles, laxity, acne scarring, chickenpox scars, surgical scars, hyperpigmentation, enlarged pores)
- Neck and Décolletage
- Abdomen (i.e. stretch marks, scars)
- Legs (stretch marks, cellulite, scars)
What happens during my consultation?
During your consultation a detailed medical history will be taken, helping the skin therapist to determine whether the treatment is a suitable option for you and whether it will help you achieve the results that you are looking for. You may also require this face to face assessment to determine how many sessions you will require to achieve desired results and if you require any skin priming before your treatment appointment.
What happens during my treatment appointment?
Preparation
The skin is cleansed and prepared for treatment using MY Skincare to remove makeup, SPF, debris.
Followed by Clinisept cleanse.
Dermalux LED
The Dermalux LED is applied for a calming effect post treatment and to reduce inflammation. LED also aids skin cell repair and renewal further increasing collagen and elastin production.
Skincare
Massage and MY Skincare application
What’s the aftercare advice?
You will be given verbal and written advice and post treatment skin care and advice. You will be advised not to touch the treated areas and avoid makeup on the day of treatment. Gentle skincare without active ingredients and high broad spectrum SPF should be used post treatment.
How long do the results last?
Who is not suitable for this treatment?
People with currently irritated skin, infected skin, active acne, active rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer, open wounds, raised moles.
Special precautions in anticoagulated patients and anyone with skin type Fitzpatrick III and above.
Before and after Microneedling
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Before Skin Microneedling - Before and after treatment After