This Facial Treatment Could Make Your Skin Look Brighter

The skin goals of a beauty editor are seriously high so I’m always on the hunt for an effective facial treatment that gives major results. My main objective is healthy skin that looks clear and bright all day, every day. Unattainable? Probably, yes. But it’s my mission and I’m sticking to it. However, the older I get, the more my skin concerns change. And since having a baby last year, they unexpectedly shifted again. Sun spots, increased redness and sagginess have all reared their ugly heads over the last few years. Which is why I was interested to know more about skin needling benefits. It’s a facial treatment that ticks all the boxes for healthy skin.

If you’re looking to restore skin tightening, improve texture and create a smoother, more even appearance of your skin, like moi, then skin needling can help.

After doing my research, I discovered you don’t have to go to a clinic to reap the benefits, it can be done at home. Woop! Here’s what you need to know about this facial treatment ...

Where did it all begin?

The concept of skin needling was pioneered in the 1990s by plastic surgeon and founder of Environ Skincare, Dr Des Ferandes. The treatment involves needles perforating the epidermis, the surface of the skin, to enable topically applied products to be more effectively absorbed.

bh loves: Environ Cosmetic Roll CIT, Environ Gold Roll-CIT, Mukti Microneedle Dermal Roller

What is the difference between at-home and in-clinic skin needling?

“When we talk about skin needling for home use, we refer to this type of needling as cosmetic needling,” explains Dr Des Ferandes. “But cosmetic needling is not to be confused with collagen induction therapy (CIT) or medical skin needling.

“Medical skin needling is an exciting treatment to improve skin texture, smooth wrinkles, fine lines and soften scars,” explains Dr Ferandes. “It is suitable for all skin types and all areas of the face, neck, décolletage and body to promote the natural production of collagen and elastin, to help make the skin look and feel visibly smoother and tighter.”

How does cosmetic needling work?

“Cosmetic needling is performed using a roller device with a recommended needle length of 0.1mm – 0.2mm,” explains Dr Ferandes. “If performed regularly, at home, there is no bleeding and generally no pain associated.”

The principle of cosmetic needling is to enhance the application of products applied to the skin surface to help enhance penetration. But married with topical application of a range of skincare, Dr Ferandes, says cosmetic needling also helps to restore skin tightness in the early stages of ageing and may even assist to enhance the reduction of uneven skin tone and texture.

What sort of skin care concerns can skin needling treat?

“Cosmetic needling can be useful for all skin types, except skin presenting with severe solar keratosis, eczema, psoriasis, raised moles, warts, skin cancer and problematic skin conditions,” says Dr Ferandes.

Is there any down time involved with at-home skin needling?

“Cosmetic needling is designed to be used daily, as part of a professionally recommended home regime, to aid the absorption topically applied, vitamin enriched skin care products, so there is no down time,” says Dr Ferandes. “It’s actually a painless procedure performed with no associated downtime.”

How many treatments would you recommend for best results?

“For best results it is recommended for you to use a needling device on a daily basis, to enhance the penetration of your topically applied products,” says Dr Ferandes.

Here are some important points Dr Ferandes says to consider before you get started:

1. Start by rolling twice a week and slowly increase to daily use.

2. Pre-cleanse, cleanse and tone your skin with your preferred skincare products.

3. Apply mild levels of vitamin A to your skin before you start needling.

4. Divide your target areas into sections and roll each section vertically, obliquely and horizontally with the roller for three to five minutes, using mild but firm pressure.

5. Follow with your recommended moisturising products.

6. Rinse the roller with warm water before and after use, and cleanse once a week with the instrument cleansing solution.

Have you tried at-home skin needling? What results did you see?

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MoonlightSak16 21 May 2019 2:02 PM

I have tried cosmetic needling at home and enjoy it . I need to do it often though because I was doing it sporadically.

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AlaysiaButler 13 Dec 2018 2:09 AM

No, never I tried such types of therapy to the minimally-invasive non-surgical and nonablative procedure for facial rejuvenation. But sometimes I used Annimateo cream to improve skin texture.

Miss19 15 Nov 2018 3:49 PM

I would definitely get this done

GeeJ 11 Nov 2018 11:23 PM

Don't think this is something I will ever do.

Peta908 24 Oct 2018 4:37 PM

I'm about to have my first session of needling this weekend, intrigued by it

wink 29 Jul 2018 12:08 PM

I’ve only just started a course of in salon skin needling, so far I’m loving it. Would be keen to try st home for the up keep

Rpear 4 Jul 2018 11:35 AM

I am still scared to try this !! My boss always talks about how good this is too ! I just can't ... Hahha

You beauty 6 Jun 2018 9:37 PM

I would try few times in a salon set up by professionals then would consider at home skin needling

Claireliu1990 20 Apr 2018 4:36 PM

No blood and no pain skin mesoskin gun, different technology with others, from manufacturer. Also could treatment scalp.

andretru07 11 Mar 2018 10:09 PM

I pass... Thank you!! Not interested in this procedure at all...

MissMae 28 Jan 2018 2:46 AM

Cannot wait to purchase looking forward to trying microneedling and stocking up on some great products to use with it. Will be the perfect way to make the most of products we spend sonnmuch on. Bring on better absorbtion.

Kendall Jayne 6 Dec 2017 7:11 PM

My skin is super sensitive, so I'm not sure how it would go, not to mention I'm a little scared. Although I've heard some great things.

BeautifulJusty 6 Dec 2017 6:23 PM

Wow, sounds a tad scary. Something to look into if further time permits.

jillian206 26 Nov 2017 9:57 PM

I bought some at home needling products but have been to scared to use them :)

Pinkalicious 25 Nov 2017 1:36 AM

Sounds scary and painful

Emilydani 15 Nov 2017 2:37 PM

i have deep warm skin and i totally understand

Simone 4 Nov 2017 9:51 PM

Thanks for an enlightening article.

BeeAy 2 Nov 2017 12:04 AM

I suspect this is one of those cases where you need to make sure you're getting the BEST quality roller, because I imagine if the needles weren't the perfect size and shape and sharpness, you could end up with micro tears in your skin that could be more damaging in the long run.

heatherrs 31 Oct 2017 12:59 PM

I feel like there should be more information on how to properly cleanse and SANITISE your roller. The reason at home rolling isn't great is because a chance of infection is greater

MoonlightSak16 21 May 2019 2:04 PM

Very true, I am always worried about whether I have sanitized my roller properly. I often dip it diluted tea tree oil too.

siobhanchook 9 Nov 2017 12:26 PM

agreed. there is a real need to look after rollers or you can get a nasty skin infection

shaper 29 Oct 2017 1:46 PM

As I age (gracefully!!) I find that my skin starts to look sallow and sagging, but to be honest I cannot see me ever doing this needling. It just sounds horrible so will just stick to the old tried and true methods of not getting too much sun and using lots and lots of moisturiser.

Beautybabe140194 29 Oct 2017 12:10 PM

I would like to try this but not sure I am brave enough. Before and after pics would be great.

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This facial treatment could make your skin look brighter

Where did it all begin?

What is the difference between at-home and in-clinic skin needling?

How does cosmetic needling work?

What sort of skin care concerns can skin needling treat?

Is there any down time involved with at-home skin needling?

How many treatments would you recommend for best results?

Here are some important points Dr Ferandes says to consider before you get started:

67 Member Comments

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This facial treatment could make your skin look brighter

Where did it all begin?

What is the difference between at-home and in-clinic skin needling?

How does cosmetic needling work?

What sort of skin care concerns can skin needling treat?

Is there any down time involved with at-home skin needling?

How many treatments would you recommend for best results?

Here are some important points Dr Ferandes says to consider before you get started:

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