Benefits of Microneedling with Clover Skin Bar
Microneedling is a popular skincare treatment that is amazing for improving skin texture, reducing fine lines, and addressing issues like acne scars and hyperpigmentation. But what exactly is it, and why is everyone talking about it?
Microneedling uses a device with tiny needles that create controlled micro wounds in the skin’s surface. These small punctures trigger your body’s natural healing process, boosting collagen and elastin production! These two proteins are what your skin is primarily made up of. The procedure is quick, and a numbing cream is used to make it comfortable!
The biggest appeal of microneedling is its ability to improve the quality of your skin. Microneedling works by encouraging new, healthier skin cells to grow, gradually fading scars and dark spots. One of the added perks of microneedling is that it enhances the effectiveness of other skincare products. After the treatment, the skin is more absorbent, so serums and moisturizers can penetrate deeper and deliver better results.
Let's talk about some fun microneedling facts and the effects the service has on collagen production:
1. The Skin's Natural Repair Process
- When Microneedling is performed, tiny needles create controlled micro-injuries to the skin's surface. This stimulates the body’s healing process, triggering the production of collagen and elastin, two key proteins that make skin look youthful, firm, and smooth.
2. Collagen Production Peaks After a Few Months
- Microneedling doesn’t just boost collagen instantly. The collagen-building process takes time. While you might notice some initial improvements after just one treatment, the skin's collagen levels continue to increase and peak around 6 to 8 weeks after treatment. If you plan out a series of 3-4 treatments of microneedling every 4-6 weeks, your collagen levels will stay heightened and your results will that much more apparent.
3. More Collagen = Firmer, Plumper Skin
- Collagen is often referred to as the skin’s "scaffolding" because it gives structure, elasticity, and strength. As we age, collagen production naturally declines, which can lead to sagging skin and wrinkles. Microneedling helps reverse this by stimulating new collagen formation in the deeper layers of the skin.
4. It’s Great for Acne Scars
- Microneedling is especially effective in treating atrophic scars (like acne scars) by breaking down old scar tissue and stimulating the growth of new, healthy skin. Collagen fibers produced in response to microneedling help to fill in and smooth out these depressed scars over time. We love to graduate our acne clients to a series of microneedling treatments once we've seen their skin remain clear for 2-3 months.
5. Collagen Can Continue to Be Produced Long After Treatment
- One of the cool things about microneedling is that the collagen-building effect isn’t short-lived. While the visible improvements may plateau after 3-6 months, microneedling’s stimulation of collagen continues for up to a year or more, depending on your skin’s individual response and the number of treatments you undergo.
6. Helps with Hyperpigmentation, Too
- Not only does microneedling boost collagen, but it also helps in the treatment of hyperpigmentation (dark spots) by promoting even skin tone. The process of creating micro-injuries encourages cell turnover, which can lead to a brighter complexion as new skin replaces the old.
7. Microneedling + Exosomes = Supercharged Collagen Production
- Combining microneedling with Exosomes (tiny, naturally occurring vesicles, microscopic particles, that are secreted by cells) is a way to accelerate the benefits of microneedling by giving your cells the power to reduce inflammation, encourage increased collagen production, and promote cell regeneration. Exosomes contain proteins, lipids, and genetic material, and they play a vital role in cell communication and regeneration. This is our most favorite duo at Clover Skin Bar.
8. Microneedling Is Minimally Invasive
- Unlike more invasive procedures like facelifts or chemical peels, microneedling is relatively gentle. The tiny needles create micro-channels in the skin, but the process doesn’t remove or scrape away skin layers. This minimizes downtime and recovery, making it a popular choice for those looking for a less invasive way to rejuvenate their skin. We also make sure to numb you before treatment, ensuring a comfortable treatment!
9. Collagen Production Slows Down with Age
- As we get older, our body produces less collagen—by around the age of 30, collagen production begins to decline by about 1% per year. Microneedling helps combat this natural process by encouraging the body to produce more collagen, even as it slows down over time.
Microneedling is a non-surgical, effective way to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of scars, and promote overall skin health. Its ability to naturally stimulate collagen production is what makes it such a popular treatment for those wanting to rejuvenate their skin and combat signs of aging.
While the procedure is relatively safe, it’s important to have it done by a trained professional. After treatment, it’s crucial to protect your skin from the sun and avoid harsh products until it’s fully healed.
Microneedling is typically done in a series of sessions, usually 3 to 6 treatments spaced a month apart, though you may start seeing results after just one. With regular sessions, you’ll notice smoother, more youthful skin that looks and feels healthier!
Overall, microneedling is an effective, minimally invasive way to improve your skin's appearance. If you're looking to tackle wrinkles, acne scars, or uneven skin tone, this is the perfect treatment for you! Our licensed professionals at Clover Skin Bar are ready to start you on your collagen induction therapy journey with your first Microneedling session.
Packages are purchasable on our website Cloverskinbar.com and we're open Monday-Saturday if you want to give us a call to ask if Microneedling is the right treatment for you. We look forward to being your skin expert in Utah County!
