What is MicroNeedling

What is MicroNeedling /Collagen Induction Therapy?

  • Core Concept: Microneedling leverages the skin's natural healing process. By creating tiny, controlled "injuries," it tricks the skin into repairing itself, leading to increased collagen and elastin production.
  • How it Works: A device, often called a "Meso pen," containing tiny needles, is used to create these micro-punctures in the skin's dermis (the deeper layer). This triggers the release of growth factors that stimulate collagen and elastin production.
  • Benefits: The procedure aims to:
    • Smooth wrinkles
    • Even out skin pigmentation
    • Improve acne scarring
  • The Process:
    • The needles penetrate up to 1.5mm deep (depending on the setting).
    • The micro-punctures are perceived by the body as minor damage, initiating the healing response.
    • The process also creates channels for topical serums to be absorbed more effectively.
  • Safety:
    • Microneedling is considered safe for all skin colors and types.
    • Because the epidermis and melanocytes (pigment-producing cells) are not significantly damaged, the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin) is low.
  • Key Difference from Natural Healing: The text emphasizes that while the body naturally heals injuries, microneedling "tricks" it into healing to a cosmetic level, beyond what's necessary for basic health. It persistently triggers the healing process to achieve desired aesthetic results.
  • Relaxing no pain and no down time treatment: The skin is numbed, and the treatment is less than an hour long. There is no downtime other than the skin is pink for several hours. Makeup can be worn the next day.

    In short, microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure that uses the body's own healing mechanisms to rejuvenate the skin.

You are eligible for Collagen Induction Therapy if the following applies to you:

  • Lack of skin radiance
  • Loss of elasticity and epidermal thickness
  • Rough and uneven skin texture
  • Fine lines
  • Wrinkles
  • Crow’s feet
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Scars, especially indented acne or chicken pox
  • Post-Surgical Scars
  • Skin Dullness
  • Dry Skin
  • Pre-cosmetic Surgery
  • Pre-injection
  • Open pores

You are not eligible for Collagen Induction Therapy if the following applies to you:

  • You suffer with active pustular acne
  • Active bacterial, viral or fungal infections
  • Diabetes
  • Immunosuppression