Want to get rid of aging wrinkles, pigmentation of your face? Or Have you already tried all the cosmetics and serums for smooth and fair skin? If yes, all you may have to do is undergo a needling treatment. This quick and simple procedure can help you achieve soft, firm and youthful skin.
Well, before you try this treatment, here we have discussed some points which you should know about needling treatment.
What is it?
Needling treatment is a collagen induction therapy and has gained popularity and acceptance in the world as it is a safe, effective, and easy technique. This treatment is suitable for stretch marks, acne scars, fine lines, surgical scars, sun damage, hyperpigmentation, and much more. Also, widely used as a formulation for therapeutic drugs and vaccines.
How does it work?
The medical professional applies numbing cream/ serum on the treatment area and gently pierce the needle on the skin multiple times. This treatment generates new collagen to heal the body.
The procedure usually takes a few minutes to an hour to complete. But it also depends on the area to be treated and the severity of the problem.
Which Areas Can Be Treated?
Needling is most commonly used for resurfacing skin texture, but it is not just exclusive to your face. The treatment also combats discoloration, enlarged pores, stretch marks, acne scarring, hair restoration, wrinkles, fine lines, creepy skin and many more. Even if you don’t have any skin issues, needling treatment can give you a beautiful and dewy appearance.
Is it painful?
It is generally a painless procedure, but there are a couple of factors that can change your degree of discomfort.
The pain is mild to none if you’re receiving a more superficial treatment.
In some skin issues, people require deep down needling into the face and to minimize the discomfort of people; the therapist often uses a topical numbing anesthetic.
Everyone has a different type of skin and pain tolerances power, so make sure you talk to your esthetician in advance to address your concerns.
Is there any risk or side effects in this procedure?
There are no risks or side effects in the procedure. But there might be some chances of Infection, peeling, bruising or any other skin reaction.
If you think your skin can be on risk after needling treatment, it’s a good idea to do a patch test by applying the procedure on a small area of your body and wait for 24 hours to make sure there is no reaction.
Customize your treatment
Before you opt for the needling treatment, your esthetician conducts an assessment of your skin and monitor the skin issue to measure the depth of the needle to be inserted.
With deep acne scars, the needle will need to go further down into the skin.
With only enlarged pores or pigmentation, the needle will need less depth into the skin.
Multiple session recommended
The number of needling sessions depends on the skin condition of an individual. Also, some patients only require a single treatment, once per year, to achieve optimal results.
In the case of moderate acne, scars may require 3 to 4 treatments.
Scars from thermal burns and stretch marks may require 5 procedures.
Wrinkles or aging skin may require 1 to 2 treatments every year.
The final result may not be seen immediately, as, after the treatment, there may continue improvement in your skin’s appearance up to 4-6months.
Prepare for a little downtime
Once you have completed your treatment, you can expect a bright redness on your skin. It’s nothing to worry about! As the healing time of the procedure depends on the depth of needles used and the number of passes your skincare professional performs.
Usually, patients experience redness for 2 to 4 days. But some patients heal completely in as little as 24 hours.
Who can perform the therapy?
As per the guidelines and laws, only therapists or estheticians can perform needling therapy. But if you want to conduct the procedure at home for personal use, follow the instructions and take extra caution to not overdo the process.
Aftercare tips
- Cover your face correctly and avoid sun exposure
- Use a very mild cleanser to keep your face clean
- Don’t use any skincare products that contain active ingredients: Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Beta Hydroxy Acid, Retinol, Vitamin C and many more.
- Let your skin breathe by avoiding the use of makeup on your face
- Drink plenty of water will help your skin recover fast.
The Final Words
Needling treatment is a minimally-invasive procedure and relatively painless. It offers many benefits to an individual and only performed by trained professionals, plastic surgeons, and aestheticians. However, you need to find the medical facilities and centers where the needling treatment is available before considering it for yourself.
