Ageing and sun exposure are all a part of life, but they lead to many changes in our skin — with many we’d prefer to live without. From sun spots and pigmentation to fine lines, wrinkles and sagging skin, they are all a result of cellular changes. Fortunately, many of these changes can be minimised through a series of advanced microneedling treatments, which can improve levels of collagen and elastin, giving the skin a firmer, more even-toned appearance.
Micro-needling is a powerful yet minimally invasive treatment that uses fine needles to penetrate the skin at various depths to minimise the appearance of the above-mentioned skin concerns. Most people have microneedling for cosmetic concerns; however, it can be used to treat problematic scar tissue.
The new Dermapen 4™ is the world’s first medical-grade microneedling pen that promises to deliver even faster and more effective results than previous models. As a bonus, it’s pain-free, making the procedure far more pleasant than previous models. What’s more, the Dermapen 4™ is considered the best device for collagen induction therapy, rejuvenating skin safely and effectively.
This article looks at the specific concerns that the new Dermapen 4™ successfully treats. Let’s dive in!
Stretch marks
Stretch marks can occur quickly, seemingly from nowhere, for various reasons — but they are particularly common during pregnancy. They present initially as red, purple, pink or blue lines before fading into brown, white or silver — with a shiny texture. They may be slightly indented or ridged, creating a subtle variation in your skin’s surface, making them stand out even more.
The appearance of your stretch marks depends on your skin colour and elasticity, which is why no two stretch marks look the same. These stretch marks can be brought on by pregnancy, a growth spurt, rapid weight gain (or loss) — or even through steroid medication.
So, let’s look at how stretch marks are formed. Our skin has two layers: the dermis and the epidermis. Underneath these layers lies a fatty subcutaneous layer. The skin stretches to accommodate these changes when this layer expands or contracts. When this happens quickly, the skin can become inflamed, which causes stretch marks.
Treating stretch marks with Dermapen 4™
Dermapen 4™ treatments encourage the production and distribution of new collagen. This new collagen will remodel the stretch mark scar, significantly reducing its appearance. Many practitioners and patients have claimed that Dermapen 4™treatments have been far more effective than traditional scar-reducing treatments such as laser or superficial creams and serums.
Enlarged pores
Enlarged pores can give skin an uneven texture that can be difficult to hide — even with make-up. Dermapen 4™ treatments can help minimise the appearance of large pores, making the skin smoother with a more flawless appearance.
Your pores are tiny openings in the skin that allow oil and sweat to reach the surface. ‘Enlarged pores’ refer to those that look open or are visible to the naked eye. Why are some pores more enlarged than others, then? Often, it’s due to an overproduction of oil, genetics, ageing or poor skin elasticity.
You can’t permanently shrink your pores; however, the good news is that you can minimise their appearance by keeping them free from oil and debris while boosting collagen and elastin production for firmer, more radiant skin. If you’ve had acne blackheads, you’re probably more familiar with the condition, which is often more visible on the nose, cheeks and chin.
Treating enlarged pores with Dermapen 4™
The Dermapen 4™ can help reduce the appearance of large pores while revealing smoother, more glowing skin – due to enhanced collagen and elastin production.
Acne scars, surgical scars, atrophic scars
No matter the cause, scars can make you self-conscious about your appearance. Fortunately, Dermapen 4™ treatments can help minimise their appearance.
Scars are caused by damaging the dermis (the deeper of the two layers of the skin).
They can appear anywhere on the body but typically cause concern in more visible areas.
Typical scars include:
• Atrophic scars and ice pick scars – narrow and deep
• Boxcar scars – sunken with flat bottoms
• Rolling scars – wavelike in texture without clear indentations
• Contracture scars – common in burns and may be both indented and raised and often restricting movement
• Hypertrophic scars – raised but remain within the wound boundary
• Keloid scars – grow beyond the original injury.
• Stretch marks/striae – thin lines caused by the skin stretch contracting rapidly
Treating scars with Dermapen 4™
No matter the scar size or type, fortunately, Dermapen 4™ treatments can help minimise their appearance. Dermapen 4™ treatments minimise bulky scar tissue by targeted microneedling. This activates regulated collagen production, which will either plump or flatten the scarred region. The results? Noticeably smoother and more even-toned skin.
Uneven skin complexion and texture
Unwanted age spots, sun spots, darkened patches, melasma and freckles are common concerns that can be treated with Dermapen 4™ advanced microneedling.
Inside our skin, we have cells called melanocytes. These cells produce melanin (pigment), which determines the colour of your skin. If your skin produces more melanin, you have darker skin.
Typically, when people talk of skin pigmentation concerns, they refer to hypo or hyperpigmentation — both of which result in changes in melanin production.
• Hypopigmentation is when there is no pigment – resulting in white or pink patches.
• Hyperpigmentation is when there is an excess of pigment – resulting in darker patches of skin.
Treating scars with Dermapen 4™
Dermapen 4™ treatments can successfully target pigmentation concerns, resulting in more even-toned skin.
Sun-damaged skin
Sun exposure has the most significant extrinsic impact on skin ageing. Technically known as photo ageing, this damage caused by UV rays can result in freckles, brown spots, sunspots, skin dullness and a loss of skin elasticity, resulting in fine lines and wrinkles.
The sun’s UV rays are powerful, and affect the skin differently, depending on the layers they penetrate.
- UVB rays are shorter. They primarily impact the top layer of the skin, causing it to thin over time.
- UVA rays are longer. They reach the dermis (deeper layer of the skin). They damage collagen and elastin, leading to ageing skin that sags and has more lines.
UVA exposure can also harm your blood vessels in this deeper layer of skin. Age spots or liver spots, wrinkles, and sagging skin can all develop prematurely from UV damage. Additionally, skin can become dry and itchy with age due to the UVB rays contributing to skin thinning.
Treating sun-damaged skin with Dermapen 4™
Microneedling can help repair sun-damaged skin by enhancing collagen production, boosting elasticity and repairing flaws exacerbated by sun damage, such as pigmentation issues, wrinkles and sagging skin.
Fine lines, wrinkles & other skin ageing signs
Fine lines and wrinkles are caused by a decrease in collagen and elastin. Your body’s processes naturally start to decline in your twenties and thirties. This includes a collagen and elastin production slowdown, giving your skin structure and elasticity.
Your skin will also produce less hyaluronic acid, which helps your skin retain water — and hence, plumpness. As time passes, these factors combine to make your skin look older. Lines around your eyes and mouth, thinning and sagging skin, bags under the eyes become more noticeable.
Treating fine lines, wrinkles & signs of ageing with Dermapen 4™
Dermapen 4™ treatments can help rejuvenate your skin, stimulating collagen and elastin production, resulting in smoother, plumper, more even-toned and younger-looking skin.
