Thinking about buying a dermaroller and wondering if it can really give you the same results as professional microneedling? Dermarollers are available for as little as $20, and are marketed as a quick, at-home anti-aging treatment.
However, these devices create weaker results. When used the wrong way, they can even lead to irreversible skin damage at the microscopic level.
At Glow That Face Up, we offer professional, microneedling facials and other techniques for skin rejuvenation. Contact us today to learn more or book an appointment now.
Why Professional Microneedling Beats At-Home Dermarollers
While dermarollers might seem like a cheaper, more convenient alternative to microneedling, they don’t deliver the same results. Professional-grade microneedling is the only way to achieve a true skin transformation, and it’s backed by science.
Microneedling from an expert is better than dermarollers in four key ways:
More Depth
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, has a longer depth of penetration into the skin compared to dermarollers. Most at-home rollers can only go 0.25mm or 0.3mm into the skin, which is shallow compared to a microneedling device.
This depth only provides exfoliation for the top layer of the skin, which can help serums and other products absorb better. However, it doesn’t do anything for deeper, structural skin issues.
Microneedling, on the other hand, can reach depths into the skin of 0.5mm to 2.55mm. At this depth, the device can reach beyond the epidermis into the dermis. This allows it to help treat deep acne scars, stretch marks, and fine lines.
Angle of Entry
One of the key issues with dermarollers is that they’re built as a wheel. As it rolls across your face, the needles enter and exit your skin at an angle. The result is a slicing motion that creates micro tearing across your skin’s surface and damages elastic fibers. Over time, these tears lead to unnecessary inflammation and can even cause more sagging over time.
A professional microneedling device works in a stamping motion. The needles move straight up and down, creating clean, vertical micro-channels.
These channels trigger the skin’s healing response, without damaging any of the surrounding tissue. This controlled injury leads to a much faster recovery time and a smoother, refined skin texture.
Clinical Environment
Since microneedling creates open wounds in the skin, it’s essential to have it performed in an environment that’s clinically sanitized. With a plastic, hand-held dermaroller, it takes more than just rubbing alcohol to achieve proper disinfection.
Bacteria, skin cells, and residue from skincare products get trapped in the needle beds. Alcohol can’t remove this debris, eventually causing the device to become a breeding ground for pathogens.
Microneedling performed by an expert uses sterile needle cartridges that are single-use and medical-grade. Each tip is opened right before use, and disposed of in a biohazard container immediately after treatment.
In addition, before the session your skin is prepared with clinical-grade antiseptics to prevent bacteria from being introduced into the wounds.
Lower Risk of Marks
With at-home dermarollers, it’s difficult to apply an even amount of pressure. When you press too hard on an angled needle, it can create permanent, visible scars that appear as track mark lines.
On top of that, rolling over active breakouts or using non-sterile products can introduce bacteria or other irritants beyond the skin’s surface.
When you work with a professional, they’ll assess your skin in real-time. They can also adjust the depth and pressure on their device as they work on different areas of your skin.
Book Your Microneedling Session at Glow That Face Up
At Glow That Face Up, we offer professional microneedling services in a safe, clinical environment.
Our skincare experts understand that the health of your skin is important for your wellbeing and confidence. For this reason, we only use medical-grade equipment and advanced, results-focused treatments.
Located in Dearborn, MI, our salon offers a range of services aside from microneedling, including:
- DiamondGlow Facial
- HydraFacial
- IPL Skin Rejuvenation
- Laser Hair Removal
Want to learn more about our microneedling services or other skin treatments? Call (313) 451-8963 or book a consultation online now.