Beware of Micro Needling

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Beware of Micro Needling

August 21, 2011 by sunil

28 Comments

The allure of dermarolling never really caught on here at Truth in Aging despite having a loyal fan base. The procedure involves using a small roller with fine micro needles over the skin. This then causes micro punctures which lead to a puffy swollen face. It isn’t pretty but it is supposed to help with acne scarring and general skin damage. Once pricked, new collagen is rushed to the damaged areas and creams/serums that are applied to the area are able to be more easily absorbed which is meant to help you get a better skin tone. Many consider it an alternative to expensive laser treatments or harsh peels, officials in China are considering it something of a nuisance.

According to Hong Kong’s consumer council, there have been 43 complaints of bad reactions to the procedure at salons across the city. Salon workers often skip the sterilizing process in between sessions and continue using rollers which can become bloodied after one session. This can expose clients to risks such as HIV and hepatitis. Publicity and community relations officer Philip Leung Kwong-hon told the South China Morning Post: 'It is unwise to risk your life for a prettier appearance.'

Despite this, demand for micro rolling has continued to take off. After being featured on The Rachel Ray show, the media has continued to run with the roller. Thanks to growing demand, more retailers are selling it and dermarollers are now pretty affordable. You can buy a roller for around $40 or a set for $200 and do the procedure yourself. Unfortunately, it is a bit more risky. Pressing too hard could cause added trauma to your face and if you buy a needle size too long results will be extra painful and bloody. Then there’s the healing, people have reported their pores being larger and white heads appearing after use which go away in time. But for some, these small issues are canceled out by the reported benefits of these rollers.

You may want to consider seeing a professional before trying out a roller yourself, and if doing do, make sure they sterilize the needles or use a new batch before. Expect one session to cost anywhere from $300-$500 and take about 30 minutes, more than one session may be needed to achieve the desired effects you are looking for.

May 11, 2013

by John Nguyen

You should not use micro needing if you're still having active acne. It's for people who have acne scars but not having active acne anymore. Using the roller on the face with active acne then you're in big trouble because the needles will puncture the acne pockets and spread the pus to other areas of the face! Wait until your skin is no longer have active acne and then use it. Only then that you'll see result!

With regards to expectation, you will never truly get rid of those acne scars. Sorry, but it's the truth. The collagen will form after a few months of treatments and the scars as well the indentation will be lessen but you will always see the scars if you look hard enough. I'd say about 50-60% better but it will never be 100% like nothing has happened to your skin. However, I'll take that chance of having 50% better skin than nothing any day. Hope it helps :)
April 14, 2013

by Rose Wall

Wow Nancy what a bitchy comment!! While I agree with you that dermal needling that involves using needles that actually reach the dermal layer is best left in the hands of a medical practitioner, not all students that attend "beauty school" are high school drop outs! I went to a "beauty school" to become an esthetician after 18 years of being a teacher and wanting to try something different as my 2nd career! I also have a master's degree in Psychology. Students that want to attend "beauty school" also must have a high school diploma or a GED. You probably complain about young women with children on welfare too! At least these young "high school dropouts" are trying to better themselves. Mean spirited comment!
April 7, 2013

by Nancy

Yeah, use professionals because highschool dropouts who go to beautician school are qualified medical practitioners who perfectly know how they need to use the roller from how much pressure to apply to what kind of cleaning is required. When you pay 50 bucks to get them to do it, it makes them professionals who know everything there is to know about the roller. You may want to ask them the next time "how the roller works" and you would be amazed with the interesting answers from "well there are hidden lasers that optimize skin growth" to "the rollers have a special coating that melts fat".

Unbelievable @@!!@@
March 23, 2013

by Vicki

I've used a micro needle roller for many years. I purchased it for around $80 and feel it does make a difference. Of course I use it in conjunction with exfoliants and serums and creams that seem to also help. I've never had any sort of puncture wound (at least nothing visible or painful), although when running the roller across my face I do feel the pricks of the needles. But I'm only doing it for 30-45 seconds.
February 20, 2013

by Lisa

FYI>> Cosmetic / Medical Rolling was founded & Pioneered by a World Renowned Plastic Surgeon in South Africa over 17 years ago. Unfortunately miscommunication and education is the problem. You should NOT be using a 1.0 or higher needle length at home. This treatment is only to be performed by a RN or Dr after proper diagnosis and preparations. Everyone really needs to be careful on where they purchase these rollers. They are not created equally and can cause severe damage to your skin. As an Aesthetician for over 13 years your roller should be purchase from a Medical professional -(Aesthetician, RN & Dr) who can educate you on treatment protocols and disinfecting your tool. You get what you Pay for OnLine!!