In an earlier article, we elaborated upon skin needling cosmetic procedure to treat enlarged pores (Read our article on Treating Enlarged Pores With Skin Needling).

In today’s article, we will help to educate you further on how to treat skin acne with microneedling.

 

About Micro-needling

 

Micro-needling is a procedure that involves puncturing the dermis (superficial layer of the skin) multiple times with tiny needles attached to a device. Micropunctures are created using microneedles which produce a controlled skin injury without damaging the epidermis. These micro-injuries lead to minimal superficial bleeding and set up a wound healing cascade with the release of various growth factors such as platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF), transforming growth factor-alpha and beta (TGF-α and TGF-β), connective tissue activating protein, connective tissue growth factor, and fibroblast growth factor (FGF). The needles also break down the old hardened scar strands and allow them to revascularize. Neovascularization and Neocollagenesis are initiated by the migration and proliferation of fibroblasts and the intercellular matrix. A fibronectin matrix then forms after five days of injury that determines collagen deposition, resulting in skin tightening persisting for around 5–7 years in the form of collagen.

Micro-needling is a very simple, safe, effective, and minimally invasive therapeutic technique. It was initially introduced for skin rejuvenation, however, now it is being used for a very wide range of indications including acne scar, acne, post-traumatic/burn scar, alopecia, skin rejuvenation, drug delivery, hyperhidrosis, stretch marks, and many more. Moreover, during the last few years, many new innovations have been made to the initial instrument, which was used for micro-needling.

 

Micro-needling procedure

 

The procedure should only be performed by a trained Aesthetic practitioner with a sound understanding of adipose tissue and the patient’s overall physiology and anatomy.

The treatment area is cleaned first, and then a topical or local anesthetic agent is used to minimize the discomfort. An ink ‘tattoo grid’ is drawn on the treatment area to guide the delivery of injections. The marks are then removed with an alcohol-soaked swab after the cosmetic procedure is over.

After preparing the area, the skin is stretched with one hand, and a device with a head made up of several tiny needles is used on the treatment area. The device vibrates quickly, enabling it to puncture the dermis (superficial layer of the skin) several times in a few seconds. It touches the dermis to spur the body to heal itself and produce new collagen and elastin. Thus creating a smoother, firmer, more radiant complexion.

The overall micro-needling treatment procedure will take between 10 and 20 minutes, though patients need to buffer more time if they are receiving topical anesthesia. Usually, multiple micro-needling sessions are required based on the patient’s requirements, spaced one month apart. The needles are inserted deeper into the skin at each session since the skin becomes thicker and able to withstand a deeper penetration over time.

The treatment area is soaked with saline or ice packs to comfort the patient post-procedure. After that, the patient is advised to use sunscreen regularly and follow sun-protective measures. The overall procedure is well-tolerated by the patients, and there are usually no post-treatment sequelae except slight swelling and redness that generally last up to 2–3 days.

 

Application of micro-needling for treating skin acne

 

The advent of fractional microneedling radiofrequency has expanded the application of microneedling to acne vulgaris as well. It directly targets the sebaceous glands and helps in reducing the sebum production. It is also known to reduce the hyperproliferation of keratinocytes.

The amalgamation of microneedling with radiofrequency has further expanded the prospects of the application of this technology. Insulated needles are used to penetrate the skin and release radiofrequency currents from the needle tips producing thermal zones in the dermal structural components and accessory glands without damaging the overlying epidermis. This triggers long-term dermal remodeling, neoelastogenesis, and neocollagenesis. The depth of the needles can be adjusted from 0.5 mm to 3.5 mm allowing us to target different layers of the dermis discretely. The aesthetic practitioner can exercise good control over tissue damage by adjusting the power level and duration of the energy pulse. Microneedling radiofrequency (MNRF) technology does not damage the epidermis, and is, therefore, safe for all skin types. Its indications include scar treatment, hyperhidrosis, skin tightening, rejuvenation, and many more.

 

About IIWAM training in the micro-needling treatment procedure

 

It is prudent that all Aesthetic practitioners undergo proper training in Aesthetic Medicine. The practitioner must balance between benefits & risks of the Aesthetic procedure and steps to mitigate complications if it occurs. At IIWAM, we call it understanding the procedure, the product, and the patient, and our trainers pay utmost attention to teaching the following subjects of skin rejuvenation with micro needling aesthetic procedure under our best cosmetology courses.

Apply for the best online aesthetic courses from IIWAM today.

 

About IIWAM Aesthetic Education

 

At IIWAM, we provide an International Aesthetic Certification program and also Advanced Online Aesthetic Courses for Doctors, Dentists, Nurses, Aestheticians, and Spa Owners in the field of Aesthetic Medicine.

Our Institute is based in Malaysia and has international students from the Philippines, Myanmar, Cambodia, India, Indonesia, and other parts of Asia. With our insignia of “Be Certified, Be Recognized”, we develop knowledgeable, skilled, and confident aesthetic practitioners of international repute. Our Aesthetic training focuses on teaching the principles of Aesthetic procedures before venturing into Aesthetic clinical skills. IIWAM training Programs are a combination of Onsite Training, LIVE Online Webinars, and Online Learning. IIWAM is the first Institute in the World to have its Programs assured by City & Guilds of London and certified by European International University. IIWAM is also a registered CPD Training provider with CPD Standards Office in the UK and by CPD Malaysian Medical Association.

Onboard is our Assoc. Prof Dr. Morthy, the lead trainer, medical director of the International Institute of Wellness & Aesthetic Medicine (IIWAM), formerly known as Aesthetic Academy Asia (http://www.iiwam.ac/).
In the Aesthetic part of our Institute, we provide Advanced Aesthetic Medical Procedures that are Safe, Effective, and Affordable, offering a wide range of specialized treatment for All Your Aesthetic Needs.