Skin Needling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) and derma needling, is a special regenerating treatment that safely penetrates deep into the underlying layers of skin, aiding the repair and rejuvenation of troubled areas.

It is a minimally-invasive non-surgical procedure for facial rejuvenation that involves the use of a micro-needling device to create controlled skin injury. The controlled injury triggers the body to fill these micro-wounds by producing new collagen and elastin in the papillary dermis.

As each fine needle punctures the skin, it creates a channel or micro-wound stimulating skin cell regeneration. Depending on the condition treated it may take 5-60 minutes to complete the procedure. A minimum of six weeks is recommended between two treatments as it takes that long for new natural collagen to form.

The procedure can be performed quite often, depending on your skin’s condition and ability to heal. Usually, you will notice some improvement after the first or second treatment. More significant results will occur after 2-3 treatments spaced approximately 4-6 weeks apart.

The frequency of micro needling treatments vary with the intensity of the treatment. Mild treatments may be repeated every 2 to 4 weeks. Deep treatments for scars may be repeated every 4 to 6 weeks.

While skin needling is virtually a “no down time” procedure, a handful of restrictions do apply following treatment. After completing skin needling sessions, the results are considered to be permanent. Newly formed collagen smooths the skin and removes traces of acne scarring.

Unlike the laser, you can repeat skin needling as often as you want without building up scar tissue.  However, when scars and stretch marks are treated the results generally are permanent and long lasting.

It is normal for the skin to peel after skin needling treatments within a few days.  Skin needling creates a large number of tiny punctures on your face, which your body responds to by initiating repair. A new layer of skin is produced and the old skin begins peeling off.

If your skin is sensitive after the treatment you can apply hydrocortisone cream, aloe, and take pain relief for discomfort. Use a gentle cleanser, moisturizer and sun block for 48 hours after your treatment & do not use corrective or exfoliating products for those first 48 hours.

Wait 24 to 48 hours before you apply face makeup to give your skin the necessary recovery time. After you have undergone skin needling, you may experience some skin inflammation or redness.

Approximately 48 to 72 hours after the treatment you’ll have an increase in collagen production. It takes at least four weeks to see noticeable results though. The new collagen will last for several years, which is why micro needling treatment is considered a very long lasting treatment.

Prior to your first skin needling session, you will be asked to avoid sun exposure for at least 24 hours. Immediately after your skin needling session, you will likely notice some redness that can last for several days.

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