What is the microneedling treatment mechanism of action?

The biggest advantage of microneedling treatment is boosting collagen production and awakening your body’s healing processes. Once microneedles create micro-wounds in your skin, they repair and regrow new skin cells. The treatment stimulates the three phases of CIT mechanisms. The phases include releasing growth factors, stimulating fibroblasts, and creating a better structure for your skin. Your body continues to produce growth factors and finally stimulates the production of different types of collagen and elastin. The entire process gradually improves your skin texture, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and makes your skin firmer and more elastic.

Who is a good candidate for microneedling treatment?

One important advantage of microneedling treatment is that it is suitable for almost all skin types and tones. You can undergo this procedure even if you have a darker skin tone. Generally, you may be a good candidate for this treatment if you are healthy and have dry, oily, or aging skin.

On the other hand, you may not be a good candidate for microneedling treatment if you have active skin infections or irritations. If you want to address scars with microneedling, they need to be at least 6 months old.

What are the microneedling treatment results?

You may notice the first improvements in your skin after the first microneedling treatment session. Your skin tone and texture appear smoother and evener. Your results continue to improve as your skin produces more and more collagen. Your skin gets visibly rejuvenated, it is firmer and more elastic. You can see the results of microneedling treatment for about 6 months.