Microneedling for acne
...get started on non prescription products in the meantime. Here are some options. Treating acne scars – the basics Microneedling – In my opinion, microneedling doesn’t work very well, unless...
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For sun damage, is laser or microneedling better?
...microneedling for sun damage Lasers win almost every time, in my opinion, because they make more visible changes (when done correctly), more consistently over a broader range of people. The...
The dangers and complications of microneedling
...arise after microneedling. Please remember that it’s often NOT the microneedling itself that caused the problem. It’s the solution, lotion or cream that they put on the skin before or...
Keloid scars on the face and body. Could microneedling cause these?
...earlobes, the shoulders, upper back, upper arms, and the chest. Keloids are less likely to form on the face. For you, microneedling on the face only, may be safe as...
Clear & Brilliant laser versus microneedling for aging. Which is better?
...are turned to the lowest level. We use our Fraxel to do a C&B treatment and we just call it Fraxel Lite. What is Microneedling? Microneedling uses rollers or stamping...
What’s the “best” laser for treating acne scarring?
...doctor); Usually, with 2-3 CO2 or Fraxel laser treatments, a 60-90% improvement is obtainable. Follow any post care instructions exactly. Don’ts for treating acne scarring: Don’t bother with microneedling. It’s...
Should I have microneedling to correct mild acne scars and large pores?
I’m not sure I’d say I’m against microneedling for mild acne scars and large pores. It’s just that I’m very skeptical because there’s a lot of hype and not much...
6 Looks into the Future of Skin and Body Treatments from the IMCAS Paris Conference
...much. More is not necessarily better, so look for new research on this in the coming year. Avoid microneedling (read why here) and pin devices for now. Lots of new...
Micro needling and derma roller problems – are they safe?
So as with everything in cosmetic/aesthetic dermatology, I think that the first rule is and to quote, “First, do no harm.” This applies to these currently unregulated (FDA) devices. My...
Complications of microneedling – what should I do?
Thank you for writing. Microneedling is new enough that complications are only recently being reported in medical journals and the lay press. A radiofrequency microneedling system is different from and...
