About Dermapen Skin Needling

How It Works

DermaPen is a painless, non-invasive procedure that uses Advanced Oscillating Vertical Needling (AOVN™) technology with disposable tips, each containing surgical grade stainless steel Microderm needles that painlessly penetrate the skin, creating micro-channels. This stimulates collagen-producing cells and allows the active ingredients of topical products to penetrate deeper into the skin for more intense rejuvenation.

Unlike more invasive skin rejuvenation treatments that remove or damage the top layer of skin, skin needling penetrates the deeper layers of the dermis without causing damage to the top layer. This allows for faster healing and deep collagen stimulation without the side effects associated with ablative procedures.

Key Benefits

Skin needling, or Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT), stimulates your body's natural healing process to produce more collagen to improve skin texture, tone and elasticity. It can greatly reduce:

• Wrinkles

• Smoker's lines

• Enlarged pores

• Scars (acne, burns, surgical)

• Stretch marks

• Skin damage & pigmentation

Ideal Candidates

Skin needling is a suitable treatment for all skin types and skin tones. It's an effective treatment for people looking to improve the condition of the skin and treat a range of skin concerns. The procedure can improve pigmentation, uneven skin tone, acne scars, wrinkles, fine lines, and other visible signs of ageing. Skin needling is typically used to treat the face, but it can also be used on the neck and decolletage.

The Procedure

Skin needling treatments take around 30 minutes in clinic, depending on the size of the area being treated and if numbing cream is required. A numbing cream is applied to the treated area 30 minutes before the procedure to minimize discomfort, though some people may still experience mild discomfort depending on their pain threshold.

Results and Longevity

Most people see an improvement after the first treatment, with significant regeneration and revitalization occurring after 3 to 6 treatments for very damaged skin. You'll see the best results around 6 to 8 weeks after treatment when your collagen begins to rebuild. After that, better tone, texture and elasticity will be increasingly visible over the next 12 months.

For most clients, the visible effects of new collagen and elastin production remain visible for up to 1-year post-treatment. Your clinician may recommend that you return to the clinic for a follow-up session every 6 months to maintain your results.

Downtime and Aftercare

There is little downtime required for this treatment. Immediately afterwards, your skin may appear red and slightly tender, much like a mild sunburn. The clinic offers a complimentary application of Oxygenetix foundation to camouflage this redness – it also contains properties to soothe and heal your skin. The following day, your skin may appear light brown. Some people may experience a light shedding or peel.

Most clients do not need to take any time off work or miss out on social activities following skin needling. Once the treatment is complete, you can return to your normal daily routine.

Treatment Plan

The number of treatments required will depend on the skin concerns you want to treat and the results you want to achieve. For example, fine lines and other superficial skin concerns typically require fewer sessions than deeper wrinkles and scarring. Your clinician will examine your skin during your free consultation at b clinic and recommend a series of 3-6 treatments to achieve your desired results.

Safety and Potential Risks

Microneedling is safe when it is performed by a trained professional in a clinical setting. However, the procedure makes tiny puncture wounds in the skin, so it's vital that the skin is prepared correctly before treatment and sterile equipment is used.

The most common side effect after a DermaPen skin needling procedure is mild skin irritation in the treated area. There is also a potential risk of mild swelling, redness, and flaking of the skin. In rare cases, bleeding may also occur. There is a risk of serious side effects, including infection if the skin needling device is not sterile before use.

DermaPen vs. Derma Roller

DermaPen is the most advanced skin needling device available in Australia. While derma rollers move horizontally across the skin, the DermaPen delivers the microneedles vertically, triggering the body to produce more collagen by penetrating the deeper layers of the dermis. It can be used to treat harder to reach areas around the nose, mouth, and eyes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does skin needling hurt?
Although we apply a numbing cream to the treated area 30 minutes before skin needling, sometimes there is still discomfort. However, some people comment the procedure is very tolerable – so it may depend on your pain threshold.

Do I need to prepare for a microneedling session?
Your b clinic practitioner will advise you on what to do to prepare. You may be advised to stop taking ibuprofen or aspirin the week before the procedure to minimise the risk of side effects. Topical retinoids can also increase the risk of side effects from treatment.

Can skin needling treat acne scarring and stretch marks?
Yes, skin needling is one of the most effective non-invasive treatments for acne scarring and stretch marks. A series of treatments can provide a significant improvement by boosting collagen production and repairing the soft tissue.