Does Microneedling Hurt? What To Expect When You Try Microneedling.

WHAT/WHO IS MICRONEEDLING GOOD FOR?

Key Benefits: Tightens stretched skin, treats loss of elasticity, enlarged pores, inactive acne, fine lines + wrinkles, acne scarring etc. ⁠

This treatment is a minimally invasive method to stimulate new skin cells by using microneedles. The skin reacts to the micro puncture by starting a wound healing cascade. Stem cells in the lowest epidermal layer are stimulated to proliferate. New cell formations are formed and the skin becomes thicker. New anchor collagens re-connect epidermis and dermis. The production of hyaluronic acid is increased and fine wrinkles are smoothed. The supply of oxygen is improved and the skin is rejuvenated.

Microneedling is an effective alternative to fillers and injectables and invasive lasers treatments. There is a shift in having the “frozen face” to more natural alternative treatments like microneedling. Since fillers and injectables only lasts about 3-6 months, this is a natural alternative to injecting a deadly neurotoxin into your face. You can achieve natural long-term results without the risks and side effects of laser resurfacing treatments. For acne scars, this is one of the best solutions giving amazing results without destroying the skin surface. Collagen produced from this treatment makes your skin tighter and firmer.

DOES MICRONEEDLING HURT?

The long story is that yes, it does hurt. But the good news is that we use a topical anesthetic in our clinics that makes the treatments far more comfortable. Our clients often have the same feedback; it hurts, but the results are worth it!

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

A recent client shared the following message with us after her microneedling treatment.

" I do not want to provide anyone with false hope that Microneedling will produce the exact results which would be obtained from cosmetic surgery. But I will share with anyone reading this who is curious to know if this procedure is worth it, yes it is so worth it! My experience with microneedling has been an exciting journey. I am always excited and shocked by my results after each treatment. It has improved my self-confidence and self-esteem in ways I cannot describe. It has been an amazing alternative to cosmetic surgery and I hope other men and women take a leap of faith like I did!" 🙌

We use Dr.Numb to numb/prep the skin before a microneedling. It is a high-strength topical anesthetic and makes the process more comfortable for our clients.

WHAT SKINCARE SHOULD YOU USE AFTER A MICRONEEDLING TREATMENT?

The skincare that you use post-microneedling is crucial to a successful recovery especially because your skin will likely be sensitized from the deliberate trauma. ⁠

⁠Microneedling causes temporary injury to the skin barrier and as you heal, your skin barrier is more vulnerable to potentially sensitizing ingredients such as fragrance, acids and retinoids. Choosing the right products/ingredients is important.⁠

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A COLLAGEN SUPPLEMENT

Bend Beauty's Marine Collagen is a wonderful partner pairing to many of our skin treatments - in particular #microneedling. While your skin recovers and is capable of producing higher amounts of collagen, a supplement will provide an even bigger boost of collagen and hyaluronic acid to the skin to provide incredible results!

🛒 Bend Beauty Marine Collagen

A GOOD QUALITY HYALURONIC ACID SERUM

We advise that for 1 week following the treatment, our clients keep things simple with a great hyaluronic acid product. Not all hyaluronic acid skincare is produced equally, so be mindful of the other ingredients, the potency of the HA, as well as whether or not the product is fragranced. ⁠

Hyaluronic acid is a compound that is found and produced naturally in the body. When absorbed into the skin after a microneedling session, it can aid in adding volume to the skin and combating premature signs of aging. It will visibly smooth and tighten skin while providing the necessary moisture to skin post-treatment.

🛒 SKINFUEL Hyaluronic Acid Serum⁠⁠