Microneedling, or collagen induction therapy, isn’t like most other cosmetic treatments. It activates your body’s healing processes to fight dullness, pigmentation, fine lines, and enlarged pores.
Read on as our specialists at Church Street Medical Center and Aesthetics in Lenoir, North Carolina, explain the science behind microneedling and who’s a good candidate for this all-natural procedure.
The rejuvenating power of microneedling
The modern notion of microneedling dates to the 1990s, when a plastic surgeon discovered that his patients’ scars improved when they received tattoos with no ink.
The procedure rejuvenates the complexion by creating thousands of tiny punctures in the skin. The tiny holes aren’t big enough to cause any lasting damage; instead, they trigger the body’s defense mechanism against injuries.
Your body responds to microneedling by producing high quantities of collagen and elastin, growth factors that help heal the tiny wounds.
Your body produces less collagen and elastin as you age. So, with the influx of these proteins, micro-injury repair isn’t all that you can expect from microneedling treatment. When you look in the mirror, you just might see a complexion that glows.
Benefits you can expect to see from microneedling
Microneedling can address many concerns, which is why it’s one of the most requested treatments worldwide. Popular benefits include:
- Brighter, more even skin tone thanks to skin turnover and breaking up pigment clusters
- Firmer, smoother texture from increased collagen production
- Smaller pores, as increased collagen tightens the skin; enlarged pores look less visible
- Reduced appearance of scars
- Better absorption, as new micro-channels allow skin care products to penetrate deeper
- Tighter, more elastic skin due to the surge of elastin, which boosts the skin’s flexibility
Microneedling is often used on the face, but it can also improve the appearance of skin on the neck and chest.
Who’s a good candidate for microneedling
Good candidates don’t have any open infections, open wounds, or certain skin conditions on the surface of the skin they wish to treat.
Most people are good candidates for microneedling, but it’s crucial to avoid harsh creams and serums following the treatment and prolonged, direct sun exposure for a few days.
At your consultation, our experts examine your skin to determine if microneedling is the best option for your aesthetic goals.
To learn more about how microneedling can rejuvenate your skin from within, contact the team at Church Street Medical Center and Aesthetics today. Call our office or book your appointment online.