Collagen Induction Therapy is is a procedure which often involves a trip to a specialist. However, microneedling of the skin is a form of collagen induction therapy which can be done in your own home, in your own time; this smoothes out wrinkles, reduces acne scarring and reduces the appearance of stretch marks.
A common factor in the creation of scars, wrinkles, stretch marks and uneven skin is a lack of collagen. Using a skin Needling Roller (micro needling) stimulates collagen production in the skin, preventing and even reversing their formation.
Microneedling (skin needling) is a process carried out with a skin roller that is covered with numerous tiny needles. These needles perforate the top layer of skin and tenderly separate the pores of the skin. This process has 2 significant bonuses; it effectively encourages collagen production at the same time as providing a clear channel for topical gels and creams to be absorbed more easily through the topmost layer (epidermis) of skin. Skin needling (microneedling) creates a very tiny trauma which lasts for about one hour and doesn’t cause any broken skin or bleeding to occur in the treated area in the way that laser therapy or microdermabrasion do.
The microscopic punctures (which are often just the opening of the pores of your skin) caused by the skin needling or microneedling, stimulate collagen production in the dermis layer (the second layer of skin) and it creates the right environment for collagen and elastin formation. These key factors help the skin to cosmetically heal.
There are several alternatives to skin needling, most of which require visits to clinical beauticians or other specialists. These include laser therapy and Micro-Dermabrasion. Using a skin needling roller at home is generally much cheaper.