Medical Grade Microneedling & Microchanneling
What is Medical Grade Microneedling?
Medical grade Microneedling is a skin treatment utilizing a medical electric device that evenly push microneedles into the skin. Medical grade Microneedling is vastly different from at-home treatments or treatments provided by a non-medically trained professional. Medical grade Microneedling professional devices can go deeper into the skin (2mm to 3mm deep) reaching not only the epidermis layer, but the dermis layer of skin.
Microchanneling is essentially the same as microneedling with the difference being the device and technique. Utilizing a microchannelling device, tiny microinjuries are created to initiate the same cellular response using a stamping method.
How does it work?
The Pretty Bus, we use a Microneedling pen, these are the preferred devices for Microneedling for optimal results and can cause less damage to the skin, offer less downtime, and produce more impactful results. Microneedling is recommended every 4-6 weeks (depending on the targeted area/issue) and usually requires multiple sessions to achieve optimal outcomes (usually 4-6 sessions). These small pinpricks encourage the skin to produce collagen-rich tissue, leading to skin tissue that is generally more even in texture and tone. Stimulating collagen production is necessary as we tend to lose collagen over time, through injury, sun exposure and age. Creating new collagen leads to firmer, more even, and smooth skin.
Microneedling can treat an array of issues and can be used on nearly any part of the body. Typical issues this skin treatment is targeted for are: acne scars, fine lines/wrinkles, scars on the body, uneven skin tone, age/sun spots, large pores, reduced skin elasticity (not in extreme cases), stretch marks.
Who should not get Microneedling?
Individuals with active infections at the site where treatment will take place is not recommended, skin should be free from lesions, infections, open wounds, etc. Individuals who have keloids or are known for scarring easily are usually not suitable candidates for this procedure. Immunocompromised clients are usually not suitable candidates, as this procedure can open the skin to infection through small abrasions, patients undergoing radiation/chemotherapy. Preexisting skin conditions such as psoriasis or eczema. Candidates with history of cold sores-dermaplaning could potentially activate them.
What are some potential side effects of Microneedling?
It is important to choose a medical professional that has been certified in Microneedling to minimize the chance of complications. Side effects may include: swelling, bruising, small abrasions, bleeding, blisters, infection, slight discomfort or skin irritation, redness to the treated area (lasting a few days). Normal side effects following sessions would be pinpoint bleeding caused by the injuries to the dermis by the needles. This is a positive response and subsides following the procedure when the channels close. Peeling of the skin or flaking is common and may occur for a few days. Increased chance of sunburn or damage from sun-it is vital that the client wear and reapply SPF every day.
Be sure to follow ALL of your post-injection care instructions to reduce the chance of side effects.