Microneedling Gave Me the Glowiest Skin of My Life

TL:DR Summary

• Microneedling Process: Painless, quick, and relaxing, creating tiny skin punctures to stimulate collagen.
• Immediate Skin Improvement: Post-treatment, skin feels smoother, softer, and slightly red.
• Long-Term Benefits: Radiant, plump, even-toned skin with reduced acne scars and pores.
• Professional vs. At-Home: Professional treatment ensures deeper penetration and control compared to at-home kits.
• Post-Treatment Care: Skin becomes highly absorbent; maintain hydration for enhanced results.
• Overall Recommendation: Highly recommended for natural skin enhancement and rejuvenation.

Introduction

The Evolution of Skin Care

As we draw closer to the end of the year, it’s clear that skin care has become more important than ever. We’ve moved beyond just applying face lotions, we now seek retinol-containing night-time moisturisers. We no longer blindly follow three-step solutions, we turn the box over and scrutinise the ingredients.

The Rise of Microneedling

In tandem with our growing sophistication in skin care, our facial treatments have also advanced. You’ve probably heard the praise surrounding microneedling, a medical facial that is quickly taking the place of classic spa facials that may feel pleasant but don’t deliver significant results. Microneedling is a procedure that can be conducted by a cosmetic surgeon, dermatologist, or an aesthetician.

My Microneedling Experience

To explore the world of microneedling, I visited plastic surgeon Dr. Melissa Doft in her Park Avenue office. Our discussion covered everything microneedling-related, and I even got to experience the treatment for myself. It quickly became apparent how much control you have in ensuring a positive microneedling experience.

Microneedling can improve the appearance of acne scars on Asian skin – A study by Hassan 14 and compiled by by Wellaholic included 70 patients who reported to be Asian with “dark skin” and found that microneedling alone or with subcision significantly improved the appearance of atrophic acne scars

Before You Microneedle

“Watch out for overexfoliation or anything that’s a bit harsher,” Dr. Doft advised. “You want to have your skin in its most calm state beforehand.” (This is also the reason why Wellaholic’s Elight customers are advised to stay off Diamond Peel during the week they are doing Microneedling.) The last thing I wanted to do before dragging a bunch of needles across my face was send my skin to a freak-out spiral using too many actives. 

The Microneedling Experience

The Numbing Phase

In the privacy of Dr. Doft’s office, I felt my face start to numb. She had just applied a topical numbing cream, leading to a slack sensation that spread across my cheeks, forehead, and chin. After twenty minutes, she wiped the lidocaine off my face, setting the stage for the microneedling process.

Microneedling: Precision and Control

Dr. Doft began the microneedling procedure, using a handheld device that resembled a pen to “draw lines” across my face. “The depth of the needles is controllable,” she informed me. She highlighted the significant difference between receiving treatment at a specialised centre versus using an at-home needling kit. With professional treatment, you gain the advantage of deeper needle penetration and greater control.

Customised Treatment for Your Skin

Throughout the procedure, as sections of my face were completed, Dr. Doft applied a proprietary hyaluronic acid-based serum on my skin. She explained, “These teeny needles open up the skin barrier and also stimulate collagen production. Once the skin barrier is open, it’s an ideal time to infuse targeted treatments based on the patient’s skin needs.” While my session focused on hydration and collagen production, the treatment can be customised to address various skin concerns with the use of different topical solutions.

“I’ve been doing microneedling facials for years, and I’m always impressed with the results,” says celebrity makeup artist, Bobbi Brown. “It’s a great way to get a more youthful-looking complexion.”

Risks of Microneedling at Home

Considering At-Home Microneedling

While my microneedling experience was conducted by a professional, it’s also possible to use at-home tools such as a dermaroller. If you’re considering this, it’s important to be aware of the potential risks to avoid long-term damage to your skin.

Expert Advice: Depth Matters

Dr. Doft highlighted the importance of depth control when microneedling. “There are certain parts of your face where you can go deeper, and certain parts where you need to be more shallow,” she said. Understanding these nuances can significantly impact the success and safety of your at-home treatment.

Specific Areas to Avoid

For instance, Dr. Doft advised, “Over the forehead, you can’t microneedle quite as much as you could over your cheek, which is much thicker. I usually don’t microneedle anywhere around the eyes.” She further mentioned that microneedling around the mouth would be fine, but advised against microneedling on the lips. She recommended starting with less depth to test your skin’s tolerance before going deeper.

After the Microneedling Treatment

“After you’ve had microneedling, your skin is like a sponge — it will soak up whatever you want it to soak up, but it also soaks it up pretty quickly, so you want to keep it very moist and hydrated.” She wasn’t kidding. When I got home after leaving the clinic, my skin was already thirsty for more moisture. A week later, I’m truly shook by just how poreless my cheeks still look and feel. My skin seems to have levelled up it’s ability to retain moisture, as it stays plump and hydrated throughout the day. Friends have commented unprompted on how healthy my skin looks, only to have me launch into my newly adopted diatribe about how everyone can benefit from microneedling. If you’re looking to take your glow to the next level, microneedling (plus proper home care), is it.

[Adapted from Laura Reilly, InStyle}

Wellaholic Microneedling – Winner of Daily Vanity Spa & Hair Awards

Do you have wrinkles? Acne scars? Pigmentation? Microneedling is your answer! Wellaholic’s Microneedling treatments can help rejuvenate your skin and get rid of these problems. Microneedling is a collagen-stimulating treatment great for general skin rejuvenation. It treats textural issues dealing with pores, acne scars, wrinkles and pigmentation and has seen extensive positive clinical results, making this treatment a great alternative to laser skin resurfacing.

Wellaholic’s Microneedling is the winner of Daily Vanity Spa & Hair Awards for the Best Microneedling Facial in Singapore.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Gold RF Microneedling Facial

• ⭐ Uses Up to 64 Micro Needles. Gold RF Microneedling: Ultimate anti-aging treatment with 64 needles to penetrate the skin, release RF energy, and trigger collagen and elastin production for a clearer complexion and firmer skin
• ⭐ Safe and Minimally Invasive. Gold RF Microneedling is a safe, minimally invasive.
• ⭐ Effectively Treats Acne Scars, Pigmentation & Wrinkles. Extremely effective aesthetic treatment for treating acne scars, pigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles.
• ⭐ Stimulates Collagen Growth. Gold RF Microneedling stimulates collagen and elastin for new, youthful-looking skin.
• ⭐ Award-Winning. Wellaholic’s treatments have been recognized by top beauty publications such as Daily Vanity, Beauty Insider, and Tropika Club Magazine.
• ⭐ Over 2000 Verified Customer Reviews. Wellaholic has over 30 industry awards and over 2000 positive reviews from customers, and >50% are repeat customers.

Gold RF Microneedling is a skin treatment that combines fractional radiofrequency (RF) with microneedling to treat acne, acne scar, pigmentation, stretch marks, enlarged pores, saggy skin, and dull and uneven skin tone.

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