5 Amazing Benefits of Microneedling

Microneedling is a skin rejuvenation treatment that can help enhance the appearance of the complexion. The treatment causes the body to respond by sending healing factors to boost skin radiance, strength, and health. A single treatment leaves the skin glowing for months. Below are some amazing benefits of microneedling. 

How Microneedling Works
 

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure that helps correct common skin flaws. Patients who do not want to get surgery can benefit from the procedure. Micro-wounds are created on the skin's surface, and the body reacts naturally by conveying more blood to the site. 

The process enhances collagen production, improving skin health. Increased blood circulation and new collagen growth can leave the skin looking younger and fresher. Improved volume in the skin can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. 

Reducing Wrinkles and Fine Lines
 

As individuals age, the skin becomes thinner and less resilient, resulting in wrinkles. Microneedling can help boost skin strength and thickness, preventing the development of new wrinkles and lines. 

The wound-healing process helps boost elastin and collagen production, adding structure to the skin. The treatment also stimulates the body to develop new skin cells, making the lines less apparent. 

Reducing the Appearance of Scars

Microneedling is beneficial for minimizing acne scars and rough skin texture. The process triggers increased production of collagen and elastin, restoring facial volume. It can help fill the depressed scars that result from acne and other conditions, creating smoother skin. 

The health of the skin continues to improve for months after treatment. The treatment is not effective for treating raised scars or keloids. 

Reducing Hyperpigmentation
 

Sun-damaged skin has freckles, age spots, and other forms of hyperpigmentation. If you have a blotchy-looking complexion, you can benefit from microneedling. The procedure can help break down dark skin pigments by stimulating collagen and new skin cells. It leaves the skin tone looking smooth, even, and youthful. 

Reducing Stretch Marks
 

Microneedling can be used effectively on any part of the body. Most people get stretch marks with age due to rapid weight loss or pregnancy. The growth of new collagen helps fill the depressed skin areas, reducing stretch marks. The procedure leaves the skin looking firmer and smoother. The production of collagen continues for weeks after the procedure.

Minimizing Large Pores
 

Microneedling involves puncturing holes in the skin, but it can help reduce the size of pores. Stimulating collagen around the pores causes the skin to be plump, minimizing the pores. Excess oil can clog the skin, resulting in blackheads, which cause fine lines and enlarged pores. Microneedling opens the pores, releasing the blackheads. 

Other benefits of microneedling include:
 

• Reducing aging skin

• Improving skin structure

• Enhancing hair growth

• Reducing rosacea

• Improve the effectiveness of moisturizers/other topical products

• Fewer side effects than other skin rejuvenation treatments

• Patients experience minor irritation, dryness, and redness

• Downtime from the treatment is minimal

For more amazing benefits of microneedling, visit Blackstone Eye Center. Our office is in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Call (610) 708-5575 to schedule an appointment today.