Collagen Induction Therapy (Micro-Needling) Micro-needling creates tiny infiltration channels through the skins surface (the stratum corneum) that remain open for less than an hour with many benefits. It has been scientifically proven that the needles of a Derma-roller induce such a dramatic amount of collagen in a short session (20 to 30 minutes). We have scientific proof that the needling procedure triggers new collagen fibres, new melanozyts, stimulates re-vascularization, hair growth, evens out scars, re-pigments stretch marks, fills depressed acne scars, softens scars and so on. The Dry Needling or Micro-Needling procedure significantly stimulates your skins collagen to grow and repair, thus enhancing the appearance of stretch marks, acne pock marks, large pores, wrinkles as well as, enhancing the penetration of skin creams and serums. It is well known that only a small percentage of the active ingredients in skin creams penetrate the outer layer (epidermis) of the skin and reach the middle (dermal) layer where they are required to produce an effect. This is why stretch-mark creams and wrinkle creams are not effective. How It Works: Micro-needling is CE approved as a medical device and is a barrel-like roller incorporating 192 micro-needles in 8 rows, needle diameter is 0.25mm. These needles are so fine and short that they only penetrate into the top layers of the skin. CIT can be performed on ALL areas of your body. Unlike ablative procedures, CIT can be performed repeatedly. Great for: Acne scars, Wrinkles, Stretch marks, Alopecia and Cellulite. (For Cellulite, the needles induce the bodies own collagen (CIT) in deeper skin layers to strengthen the connective tissue and to minimize the typical "orange-skin-appearance"). Rolling the cylinder on the skin surface creates even deeper micro-channels on the epidermis and dermis. At the same time, these longer needles will destroy scar collagen bundles, atrophic stretch marks or cellulites bundles (orange skin). Depending on your skin condition, and to achieve maximum possible results, we recommend an initial treatment of 3 to 4 treatments. As the new collagen formation needs time to mature, we propose an interval of 4-6 weeks before the next CIT is commenced. As your skin continues to age an annual refresher of CIT should be considered. Resurfacing the skin with Micro-needling is more effective and safer then laser surgery. It is also less expensive and does not cause permanent damage to the collagen, like lasers do. The procedure is as follows: · Numbing cream is applied on the skin. · The derma-roller is used on body part being treated · No post-op pain - No reported side effects · Down time is minimal and in general one afternoon · Next day back to work with a light Make-up It is best to stay out of any polluted environments during this time (such as outside in heavy traffic areas or around smoke). CIT is Effective in: · Smoothing fine lines and wrinkles. · Pores size reduction. · Improving scars caused by acne/chicken pox/trauma. · Improving the appearance of stretch marks/striate/cellulite. · Improving skin texture as a result of firmer and more lifted skin. · Reducing skin pigmentation and enhancing whitening of skin through appropriate active ingredient delivery. · Treating alopecia (hair loss) for both men and women. What needle length should be used?Your doctor/skin care professional should indicate which needle roller is the most appropriate for the condition you wish to treat. Below are some examples on needle length&Needle; size - used for: 25mm - baldness, fine wrinkles, gray or thinning hair (Also, to help topical scalp serums penetrate better)0.5mm - alopecia, deeper wrinkles, face rejuvenation1.0mm - loose elasticity, cellulite, stretch marks, skin pigmentation, large pores and acne scars1.5mm – Deep acne scars, large pores, deep wrinkles, anti-aging, chicken pock scars2.0mm - surgical scars, severe deep pitted acne (Should be done by a Doctor)
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