Dermaroller - Torture Device or Latest Skin Care Advance? Notes from a San Francisco Bay Area Dermatologist

We are very excited to introduce the Microneedle Therapy System at our office!  The UK’s Daily Mail reports that the Dermaroller, a device that “looks like a medieval instrument of torture” with its “barrel covered in ultra-fine ‘microneedles,”’ works by producing thousands of microscopic needle holes in the dermis, which prompts the skin to produce new collagen and elastin.”

While it’s true that the MTS roller does not look like something you’d naturally be inclined to used on your skin, it has been shown to deliver results.  Our staff will instruct you on the proper use of the roller, so you can use it in the convenience of your own home!

This instrument is a hand-held roller dotted with micro-needles that can be used on the face, neck and body. Its job is to induce collagen growth in the dermal layer and to help products penetrate more deeply into the skin where they can be much more effective. This translates to skin that appears softer, smoother and less wrinkled over time.  It may also help with scarring and hyperpigmentation. The treatment is virtually pain-free and no damage is caused to the skin. The roller can be used safely on the skin 3-4 days per week and comes in two sizes.  The 0.2mm needle roller is to be used on dry to sensitive and mature skin types.    The 0.3mm needle roller is better for thick and oily prone skin.  We will be happy to help you choose which is most appropriate for your skin.  The roller retails for $125 each, which includes sterilizing equipment.

You can use the roller with nearly any product, however, we find that the best products include Neocutis Bio-Serum, hyaluronic acid serums, bio-restorative creams, hydroquinone and retinoic acids.  Let us help you take advantage of this handy little tool and add it to your anti-aging warchest!

Tags: collagen, dermaroller, hyaluronic acid, microneedle, mts, skin

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