Derma Roller | Secret Weapon to Skin Renewal

The derma roller is a definitive credit crunch skin rescue option, simple yet effective and suitable for all skin types and skin tones. The derma roller has laser-like results for stretch mark removal, acne scars, sun damaged skin, facial and décolleté lines and surgery scars at a fraction of the cost. Derma roller results include skin tightening, skin texture improvement, pore size reduction and improved capillary blood supply.

"the derma roller is very popular for several reasons, it causes significant skin tightening, thickens very thin skin, evens out pigmentation and is very affordable especially when compared with fractional lasers."

 

 

What is the derma roller?

The derma roller is a cylindrical shaped drum studded with very fine needles. It is a device used in micro needling to break down old scar tissue & to stimulate skin cells to proliferate. This cell multiplication results in the formation of new tissue layers of elastin and collagen fibres (neo-collagenesis) as well as in new capillaries for an improved blood supply (neo-angiogenesis). The procedures are called Scar Reduction Therapy (SRT) & Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT).

Collagen Induction Therapy with the derma roller works by stimulating your own body’s collagen. Your body will start to naturally regenerate the skin, working below the surface in the dermis. New skin cells are generated & blood supply is enhanced. It takes a couple of weeks before visible signs of regeneration are seen & the process will continue over the following months, providing you with a gradual & long lasting enhancement.

Scar Reduction Therapy with the derma roller works by releasing old fibrotic scar tissue deep within the skin. Scar tissue is what creates visible scars on the skin’s surface. The treatment will repair the skin naturally, working below the surface in the dermis. This takes time as new collagen & elastin fibres are formed, softening scars, generating new skin cells & enhancing blood supply. Results can be seen within 6 weeks, and a total of 70-85% improvement of scars.

What are the differences to other skin renewal techniques?

In contrast to all ablative techniques like lasers and fractional laser treatments, the derma roller stimulates new tissue formation – it acts constructively and the skin remains intact. The skin does not get damaged (unlike other needling devices) and therefore will not go into a wound healing response (no scabs). The derma roller significantly improves atrophic scars & improves skin texture.

What effects does the derma roller have on the skin?

The derma roller improves the thickness of the dermis as well as the epidermis. This in return improves skin texture and reduces wrinkles. It also has a positive effect on hyper-pigmentation as well as on hypo-pigmentation. Reduces disfiguring scars & acne scars, stimulates new collagen fibres, improves blood supply and harmonises pigmentation.

Can the derma roller be used on any skin colour?

Since the derma roller does not use thermal heat (unlike IPL & lasers) it is safe to use on all skin types and all skin colours. There is no risk of post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation.

Which derma roller brands are best?

Beware of cheap 540 "needle" versions (seen in the image below on the left). It is not suitable for the skin and may cause damage. The needles are not needles at all, but stamped discs in the shape of tiny knives. There is a reason the techique is called “micro-needling” and not “micro-slicing” or “micro-cutting”. We do not recommend these type of “needles”. There simply are no clinical results available for this type of roller. The manufacturer in our opinion wanted to launch a “special” dermaroller and did that by offering more “needles”. However that would be expensive and impractical, construction-wise, so they created an entire row of “needles” by stamping discs that creates miniature knives - not needles.

How often can the derma roller procedure be repeated?

For collagen induction therapy we recommend that you start with 3 treatments - 1mm (under ages 35) every 2-3 weeks / 1.5mm (ages 35+) every 4-6 weeks / 2mm (for thick skin) every 6-8 weeks. For scar reduction therapy an average of 3 to 5 treatments are recommended, with an improvement of 70-85%. Unlike ablative procedures for facial skin only, the derma roller can be used on all skin parts of the body (face, neck, décolleté, arms, legs, etc).

What are the side effects of a derma roller procedure?

There are virtually no negative side effects, and none have ever been reported in over 270,000 procedures performed worldwide.

Risks of post treatment infections?

Since the tiny pricking channels close within one hour, and provided the procedure is done under strictly clean conditions, post-op infections are very unlikely.

What is the down time after a derma roller treatment?

The inflammatory reaction of the skin is extremely short and fades significantly within hours from redness to pinkish that may last for 12 to 24 hours on average. When using theHome Dermaroller Kit we recommend rolling at night as it is the best time for the skin to rest and regenerate. Your skin should return to normal by the next morning.

What products are recommended to use in conjuction with the derma roller?

Because the pores of the skin are opened during a treatment, the topical application of 100% organic and natural products are essential. The absorption of products directly after the derma roller treatment is increased 10,000 times. It is for this reason that you should only use organic, natural serums during this crucial stage of treatment.

What should I avoid on my skin?

To ensure the right healing environment, for 2-3 days DO NOT use AHA’s (Glycolic Acid), Retinol, acidic or “active” ingredients.

What should I use on my skin after the treatment?

An Anti-Inflammatory Cleanser to soothe, Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate, Copper to help heal, Zinc to help heal but also to protect.