Microneedling Flashcards
What is Microneedling?
A cosmetic procedure that uses a device covered with tiny shallow needles, which cause micro-injury that prompts that skin to stimulate collagen production.
Microneedling is also known as?
Collagen induction therapy
What is it used for?
-reducing scars ( acne,surgery & thermal burns)
-reducing fines lines & deep wrinkles
- fading stretch marks
-tightening sagging skin
-skin pigmentation
- hair loss (alopecia)
-large pores
-Sun damage
How long does the treatment take?
It can take about an hour it depends on the area being treated and the severity of the problem.
What are the needles measured between?
0.2 & 0.5 mm
Which areas can be treated by microneedling?
Anywhere on the body excluding the eyelids
What is the downtime for microneedling?
1-3 days or can be a week
Treatment protocol
- do a cleanse
- numb the area being treated with numbing cream and let it sit for 30 mins( if it’s the stomach use Saran Wrap on that area to prevent the cream from touching any clothing)
- wipe numbing cream off, perform double cleanse then proceed to alcohol swab
- adjust the setting depth according to area being treated
-for face divide 5 parts( forehead, left& right cheeks, nose, upper lip & chin) - apply hyaluronic acid to the area being treated
- with your free hand, hold the skin taught with a gauze for a smoother application
-use short strokes like a brush, lifting the tip of the needle between each stroke - make 3 passes ( vertical, horizontal & small circles) may use stamping technique when targeting certain areas such as fines lines, acne scarring etc.
-wipe away any bleeding - after treating the entire area, apply additional layer of hyaluronic acid
How many weeks between treatments?
4 weeks
Needle depth for superficial penetration ( skin tone, skin texture, complexion)
0.25-1mm
Needle depth for medium penetration ( wrinkles & fine lines, pitted & traumatic scars, stretch marks & enlarged pores)
1.5-2mm
What skin type can microneedling be done on?
Any skin type
How many treatments for wrinkles or stretch marks?
4-10 treatments
How many treatments to reduce scars?
6-10 treatments
Pre treatment tips
- must be off of photosensitizing medications ( accutane& blood thinners for 6 months- 1 year
- do not use topical agents that may increase the sensitivity of your skin such as retinoids,exfoliants, topical antibiotics or acids 5-7 days prior to you treatment
- do not take anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen, Motrin or Advil for atleast 3 days
- avoid IPL/ lasers and any sun exposure for at least 2 weeks
-no waxing, depilatory creams or electrolysis for 5-7 days
-do not shave the day of the treatment, shave day before
-if prone to cold sores take an antiviral agent 3 days prior to and the day of the treatment
