aesthetic services
Dermapen
The Dermapen is a revolutionary microneedling device at the forefront of skin rejuvenation treatments offering a non-invasive solution to a myriad of skin concerns ranging from ageing signs to acne scarring.
Skin Needling is a non-invasive clinical treatment that uses microscopic needles to penetrate the skin within the epidermis’s and dermis. These channels cause keratinocytes, fibroblasts and melanocytes that produce numerous growth factors to improve and normalise various skin functions. Skin Needling allows the body to regrow and repair the skin from the micro damage through the wound healing response. This helps stimulate the production of collagen and elastin.
Skin Needling can visibly improve the appearance of:
Fine Lines
Wrinkles
Trauma Scars, Scar Tissue
Pigmentation, (Melasma, Hypopigmentation & Hyperpigmenation
RECOVERY TIME
60 minutes: Reddening and possible pot bleeding
Up to 24 hours: Erythema (reddening or rash like appearance) , Petechiae (pinpoint, round spots), minor oedema (swelling)
1-2 days: Mild erythema , petechiae, reduced oedma, minor itching, dry/tight sensation.
2-3 days Reduced erythema, fading petechiae, dissipated oedema, reduced itching, minor skin flaking
3-4 days: Potential dryness
4-5 days: Full Recovery with normal function
3weeks: improved pigmentation begins
4-6 weeks: Improvements in lines, wrinkles and scarring begins
AFTERCARE
Please avoid the following activities for up to 2 days following a microneedling clinical procedure: • Direct ultra violet exposure (sun and sunbeds) • Intensive cardio, exercise or gym regimens • Excessively hot showers, bathing, spas or sauna • Swimming in chlorinated pools or the ocean • Tattooing (including cosmetic tattooing) • Further clinical treatments (including, but not limited to): microdermabrasion, laser, intense pulsed light, chemical peels, muscle relaxant injections and dermal fillers) should be avoided for up to two weeks.
Please avoid the use of skin care products containing any of the following active resurfacing ingredients for up to 5 days following a microneedling clinical procedure: • Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) (including but not limited to) glycolic, lactic or malic acid • Beta hydroxy acid (BHA) including salicylic acid • Benzoyl peroxide • Retinoids (including but not limited to) tretinoin, retinol and retinaldehyde • Hydroquinone • High levels of Kojic or azelaic acid • Alcohol (including but not limited to) isopropyl alcohol/de-natured alcohol/rubbing alcohol
Do not apply spray tans or fake tan creams for 2-3 weeks after the treatment If in doubt with any of the above activities or products, please contact us for clarification to when normal activity or use may be resumed.
HOMECARE
For the first 1-3 days the skin may feel tight and dry. Frequent use of post session topical will help with this.
Light, non-occlusive and non-comedogenic make-up may be applied 24 hours post-procedure and a SPF is advised for at least 3 days after your treatment.
After 2-3 days you can return to your regular skin care products with the exclusion of the products listed above
Low does Vitamin A products are recommeneded
Avoid direct sunlight and always wear SPF30 or above. Do not apply a chemical sunscreen the same day as the treatment, only approved physical defense sunscreen can be used.
Microneedling serves to stimulate collagen and the skin can benefit from higher amounts of collagen then normal to have optimal results. Collagen stimulating peptides assist in this process.
Its important to hydrate before and after the procedure to help skin heal and rejuvenate faster.
Gently exfoliate the skin after 3-5 days to remove flaky skin that can form after the treatment.