You’re ready to tackle your skin issues, but those red bumps on your face might give you a red light for microneedling.
Our dermatology specialists at Allure Dermatology want every patient to experience what our advanced treatments, like microneedling can do, but we also know it’s not for everyone every time.
Here’s a closer look at how your active acne may impact your candidacy for microneedling.
Unfortunately, we don’t recommend getting microneedling when you have active acne, and there’s a good reason for it.
As the needles travel across your skin, creating micro-punctures, they can pick up the bacteria and debris in your pimples and spread it all over your face. Instead of clearer skin, you could be left with more breakouts than you started with.
Once your acne is under control, we can talk about microneedling treatments.
You came to us for microneedling, but you left with a treatment plan for acne. Don’t panic. We offer a wide range of treatments and therapies that will help you clear up your breakout in no time.
Depending on your needs and the severity of your acne, we can recommend medication, topical ointments, chemical peels, and/or hormonal birth control.
You also play a key role in managing acne. These simple lifestyle adjustments can significantly improve acne:
We also recommend keeping your hands off your face, especially when pimples are present. It’s tempting to pick, pop, and squeeze your zits, but doing so only prolongs your breakouts and pushes back your microneedling appointment.
Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure we use to induce collagen and elastin production. Over time, your skin gradually loses its stores of these essential proteins and slows the production of replacement proteins.
The micro-injuries we create during your microneedling treatment effectively reboot your body’s collagen and elastin production, which helps reduce signs of aging and other skin issues, such as:
But we don’t stop there.
At Allure Dermatology, we use the Morpheus8® system, the industry’s leading combination of radiofrequency and microneedling treatment.
By incorporating radiofrequency energy, we can inflict maximum micro “damage” and get even more dramatic results. The heat from the radiofrequency energy penetrates the deepest layers of your skin, breaking down the old infrastructure and allowing your body to rebuild healthier skin from the inside out.
Results develop gradually over 3-6 months, and you may benefit from a series of treatments, especially if we’re tackling large scars and severe sagging.
After your treatment, you can expect side effects such as dryness, redness, scaling, itching, and mild swelling. You can manage these side effects with over-the-counter medications, our recommended skin care products, and cold compresses.
If you’re in the middle of a battle with acne, microneedling may have to wait. The best way to know if microneedling is right for you is to schedule a consultation with us. We thoroughly evaluate your skin and help you choose the best path forward.
Call or click to schedule an appointment with one of our dermatology specialists at our Hicksville, New York, office today.
