Nothing says youth like a radiant and glowing face. As we age, our collagen production essentially stops, and our face in particular starts to show it.
From wrinkles, to acne, to pigmentation issues, to maybe just a crepey appearance, a number of aesthetic issues naturally pop up.
That’s where Microneedling comes in. You may have heard of laser treatments for the skin, or chemical peels. But Microneedling is one of the most accessible skin rejuvenation treatments out there.
Needling My Face?!
If it sounds odd at first, you’re not alone. Microneedling works from a principle of causing “precise damage” to your face in order to encourage collagen production.
Why does it work? Because collagen is part of your natural healing process. Essentially, skin rejuvenation is when the body’s natural healing process is ‘hacked’ in order to restore radiance to the face.
When some form of skin rejuevnation technique is applied to the face, a collagen and elastin synthesis process — not unlike what was occurring in your face all the way through your mid-20s — kickstarts.
The result? A general improvement of your face’s “glow.” A removal of minor skin defects, such as acne or acne scarring. A reduction of the hyperpigmentation typically associated with aging.
Occasionally Microneedling in Chevy Chase at The West Institute is combined with the addition of topical serums filled with nutrients for the skin. The combination of these serums and the skin rejuvenation procedure means that the body soaks up the nutrition and uses it in its healing process.
Am I a Good Candidate for Microneedling?
Most individuals are good candidates for Microneedling. As an intrinsically less invasive procedure than even laser treatments, Microneedling is an eminently accessible skin rejuvenation procedure.
Patients who undergo the procedure may see redness in their face for a few days following the procedure.
Interested in Microneedling? Call The West Institute today to schedule your appointment.