Dermapen (microneedling) is a treatment used to restore and increase the production of collagen and consists in a physical-mechanical stimulation through a device composed of a tip with 10-20 needles, which causes micro-perforation (adjustable between 0.5 to 2.5 mm) of the skin (epidermis and superficial and deep dermis).
These micropunctions generate micro lesions, which stimulate the skin’s self-repair mechanisms, activating regenerative processes so that collagen production is increased. They also favor the penetration of active principles (90%) through these microchannels generated by the punctures.
Benefits:
- Improving the appearance of the skin.
- A decrease in wrinkles.
- It can be applied to the face, neck.
- It can be done at any time of the year.
- On all skin types, even tanned.
- Progressive skin improvement.
- Reduction in pore size.
- Improvement of spots.
- An effect similar to that of the laser without risk of pigmentation.
Indications:
- Fine and medium wrinkles.
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
- Surgical scars.
- Sequelae of acne, keloids.
- Alopecia or hair loss.
- Stretch marks.
Procedure:
- Skin cleansing and topical anesthesia cream.
- Passage with the Dermapen over all areas to be worked.
- In the process, the depth to which the micro-needles penetrate can be adjusted depending on each patient, the area to be treated and the treatment to be performed.
- Placement of the selected active ingredients.
- Session duration: 30 to 60 minutes.
- Number of sessions: 4-6 sessions.
- Frequency: monthly
- Recovery: from 6 hours to a maximum of 24 hours.
- Painless, it only produces a slight tingling and the patient can immediately go on his daily life.
Post-treatment care:
- Avoid cleaning the area and/or applying any cosmetic treatment on it for at least eight hours.
- During the following days, a more or less intense peeling usually appears as a consequence of the dermal renewal process that has begun.
- Use moisturizers and sunscreens.
- It is important to avoid exercise for up to 24 hours after the procedure.
- Avoid makeup for the first 12 hours and do not use products with acid, retinol, or vitamin C.
- Avoid alcohol-based products for the first two weeks.
- Dryness or slight erythema (redness) may occur for the first two to three days.
Contraindications:
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Hypersensitive skins.
- History of recent surgical intervention.
- Active infection in the area.
- Abnormal scarring.
- Anticoagulated people.
Consider:
The results are not seen instantly, but days after having performed the procedure. This is due to the collagen production cycle, which requires time.
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