What is Dermapen Micro Skin Needling Treatment? [Updated 2020]

By Mary Basiadima, 5 June 2015

one of our most across our Premier Laser

has been around for many years. and is an part of many skin .

It has been done by hand with a rolller.  Over the last few years has the method with state of the art devices which deliver better outstanding results.

. This is the brand we use at Premier Laser. of the Dermapen’s many people now call the treatment instead of microneedling or micro skin needling!.

We have been microneedling with the Dermapenn device for over 5 years at our and we have seen grow in every year.

Like the Dermapens has increased partly because of the it gets from and on social media. This publicity would not go far if it was not backed up by .

And Dermapen microneedling delivers results!.

It is proven to be for treating ,, and a wide range of skin issues. It will leave you with smooth and rejuvenated skin.

Micro Skin Needling is a type of . Which means that it makes collagen for your skin. It lots of tiny stainless steel needles penetrating the skin thousands of times per minute causing of pain free straight micro injuries.

Unlike by hand, with you can set the depth of the from 0.5 to 2.5mm to deeply into the skin or just below the .

This means you can tailor the treatment to go around parts of the skin, like the eyes, and deeper around thicker areas and areas that need special like scarring.

Although needles are used the treatment is pain free. An gel is applied before treatment and this numbs any potential pain.

The Dermapen is a motorised version of the traditional derma roller.  Being means quicker, more needle penetration then by the old dermal roller which is done by hand.

The penetrate the skin at the same depth, straight up and down so the micro punctures are all the same size. With hand this can vary and you are more on the skill and expertise of the doing the dermarolling.

Dermarolling also causes shaped micro injuries as the are rolled causing a ‘v’ shaped crater rather then the cleaner line the device does.

This will affect healing as the wound is not as clean.

The purpose of the is to the collagen production in your skin, which can help scar repair, and actively and rejuvenate the look of the skin.

How Is Dermapen Different To Other Micro Skin Needling Treatments?

Dermapen was 5 years ago, and still is in 2020. It takes the science of wound repair and combines it with the already established and effective derma roller. Dermapen has made micro skin much more precise, less painful, safer and easier.

The you get from are providing you with faster and  longer results to other micro needling treatments.

What Does Dermapen Micro Skin Needling Treat?

Micro Skin is versatile and fantastic for a wide of issues including;

The can be used on nearly all areas of the body.

This includes the

Depending on the size, age and depth of your stretch marks and the size of the area being treated, the can take up to 90 .

We that for marks you would need up to 10 treatments around a month to a month and a half apart.

The Dermapen can achieve comparable to that of laser, , laser resurfacing and skin peels. The only is  you don’t have any of the same negative side effects or to deal with.

for acne scarring 6 treatments which are provided 6 weeks apart.

Dermapen can also be used  for :

For Dermapen skin we you have 4-6 treatments 4 weeks apart.

There are many or microneedling including;

What Does The Treatment Involve?

When you come in for your treatment all you need to do is sit back and relax while your dermal practitioner moves the Dermapen around the area you are having .

If you’re considering our fantastic new Dermapen Micro Skin Needling Treatment, please give us a call to book a consultation and we’ll get you scheduled in for your first step to brighter, fresher, looking skin.

Microneedling before and after

Microneedling Risks & Side Effects

Done in the hands of an experienced you should not experience any pain.

Side effects or down time from microneedling include minor skin irritation for some people immediately after that may last 2-3 hours. Your skin may feel like it has been sun burnt, warmer and tighter then usual.

Redness lasts up to 12 hours but can last 3-4 days.

Risks include scratching or burning pain and irritation, and inflammation, marks, and even and scarring may occur.

How many sessions will i need?

With most skin your skin will respond to a series of treatments spread evenly apart. on what you are you may need up to six session spread a month apart for best results. Results are after just one session.

How much does microneedling cost?

Prices start from £183 at our London clinics

Aftercare

Aftercare would be to treat your skin gently in the 48 hours following your treatment. Clean your skin at night with warm water and apply a light .

Avoid your face and avoid saunas, steam rooms and intense and hot baths and showers.

Wear a SPF and avoid . Ask your if you have any about the risks , side effects and . They can advise you so you can any irritation and help you get the best results.

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