Youthful, elastic, tight and shiny, part of your ultimate skincare goal. Achieving them looks different to everyone, but the foundation lies in a good skincare routine. Cleansing, tone, serum application, and moisturizing are the fundamental elements of any regimen. However, the addition of skincare tools like home microneedle devices can be a powerful asset. Microneedles are one of the most common office treatments to improve skin elasticity and overall appearance. Data recently collected by SPATE shows that interest in treatments is high, with an increase of over 20% last year. The aesthetic world of treatment is becoming less exclusive and accessible, so interest in home microneedling tools has also risen.
Spate reports that consumers are interested in microneedles at home, using this phrase as a hashtag and a major search term. Many people already know microneedles from a professional stance, but knowledge of home-based tools is less common. Now it’s easier than ever to have a spa facial in your home. However, choosing the right tool is essential. Understanding devices and tools, like products and materials that you apply to your skin, is a necessary step to finding the best one for your skin. Earlier, we talked with two aestheticians about the attention and benefits of microneedles at home. Plus, they may even share the best tools to add to your routine.
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Are home-based microneedling tools safe?
Home microneedles are a rapidly growing topic of Tiktok, but experts have noted that trying treatment at home is not ideal. “True microneedles belong to a clinic with a properly qualified practitioner, because they use specialized devices that penetrate deeper skin, usually 0.5 mm or more.” Danuta Mieloch, aesthetician and founder of Danucera and Rescue Spa, points out that while the idea may sound appealing, the risk of inappropriate use, irritability, or infection-like symptoms is very realistic. Still, interest in home treatments continues to skyrocket across social media, using microneedling pens and micropenetration kits at the forefront.
Under hashtags like #AtomeMemicRoneEdling, it combines tutorials for dermatologists and skincare enthusiasts detailing the process and its results. According to Spate, videos before and after, especially videos that focus on results after one treatment, are just as popular. Tiktok’s interest in transformational videos is nothing new. Some provide real-time results, others make the effect romantic, while others make it difficult to determine whether the risk is worth the reward. “The truth is that most home-based devices don’t offer the same benefits as professional microneedles. Instead of trying to penetrate your skin with unregulated tools, mastering daily skincare rituals that are properly applied in the right way can have much greater results,” says Mieloch.
Tools to use instead
When it comes to home microneedling pens, Susca says it’s not safe. “They claim to provide results on par with professional devices, but home treatments have other options to mimic results and keep up with professional microneedle results,” she adds. Dermalol, a mild form of microneedling, is recommended to improve common skin and hair problems. “Dermaroll penetrates the skin in a similar way, but still at a shallow depth enough to avoid trauma (usually 0.1-0.2mm), yet still mildly stimulates collagen and is effective enough to enhance product penetration. That said, high-quality rollers are suitable for home use as they do not pose the same threat of unnecessary damage as microneedling devices. “When used correctly, Dermarolling offers visible permanent improvements and mimics less powerful professional microneedling treatments,” adds SUSCA. Think about it: enhanced product absorption, collagen stimulation, improved texture and tone.
How to use a derma roller at home
If you are thinking of adding a microneedle device, such as a Dermaller, to your routine, you should follow best practices. “We should be using techniques that maximize absorption and results to properly cleanse and focus on toners, active serums and creams,” says Mieloch. Hygiene is your number one priority before you start. “For clean skin, follow the dermalol pattern recommended by the device manufacturer. Do not go through skin conditions such as moles, skin cancer, active acne, eczema, and psoriasis,” says Susca. You should also pay attention to the frequency to minimize irritation and damage. Susca adds that starting with treatment once a week and gradually increasing based on resistance is best.
A home-based tool to try
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