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Do you struggle with skin pigmentation issues? Do you have patches of skin that appear darker than the surrounding skin? It’s a skin condition called hyperpigmentation. It can be caused by various reasons including hormonal changes, sun exposure, acne, tattoos, medication or aging.

Hyperpigmentation occurs when your body produces an uneven amount of melanin throughout the layer of your skin. It can be the result of sunburn, acne, or cuts. When melanin is produced in excess the dark spots will appear. Over time instead of fading the spots become more pronounced because your skin stops producing new cells as you age. Microneedling can help with hyperpigmentation.  

What is Microneedling?

Microneedling is a technique that involves using multiple tiny sterile needles to puncture the skin to prompt the skin rebuild and produce new collagen cells. When microneedling is performed on the skin, the tiny needles puncture the skin creating microchannels.

These small injuries trigger the body’s healing process. The old layer of skin becomes dry and peels off in about a week. In the next 10 to 14 days, new collagen and elastin form over the injuries. For additional healing, microneedling can be used to deposit serums like vitamin C deeper into the skin to boost the treatment of a variety of skin pigmentation issues.

Although dark spots are reduced with microneedling, this treatment is not a quick fix. Depending on your skin’s condition, you would need 4 to 6 sessions of microneedling with a gap of 4 to 8 weeks between each treatment session. Results are cumulative. Your skin will start responding and showing improvement after the first session. Your skin will be more sensitive after each treatment so you must apply sunscreen on your skin for protection.  

Benefits and Side Effects of Microneedling

A 2018 medical study found microneedling can improve acne scarring and hyperpigmentation. The process is also used to minimize wrinkles, blackheads, stretch marks, alopecia, rosacea, and loose skin. Because microneedling increases the production of collagen it helps to keep your skin looking youthful and rejuvenated with a firm, smooth texture.

Microneedling is a minimally invasive procedure with no downtime for recovery. It is chemical-free and induces the body to heal itself naturally. But there are some possible side effects. Some patients experience minor irritation, redness, swelling, and bruising after a session.

Visit DermaClinic for Microneedling Treatments

An ideal candidate for microneedling is someone who is in overall good health and has skin pigmentation or acne issues that have not responded well to at-home treatments or other dermatologic procedures.

If you believe you are a good candidate, consult with the team at Dermaclinic in Coral Gables to get all the facts about microneedling to see if this is the right option for you. Our South Florida skincare experts use Dermapen. Call us today at 786-210-4234 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to helping you look your best.

 

You have tried everything from shaving, waxing, and tweezing your unwanted hair and nothing seems to help. The hair keeps growing back. Your hair is just doing what comes naturally in its growth cycle. At any given time, each strand of your hair may be in one of the phases of growth.

One way to permanently interrupt that cycle is a laser hair removal treatment. Laser hair removal is one of the most popular non-invasive hair removal treatments.  According to the American Society for Dermatological Surgery, in 2017, nearly half a million people had the procedure done and the number is increasing every year. It’s a simple process of using a concentrated beam of light to penetrate hair follicles. The pigment in the hair follicles become damaged at the root after the light is absorbed and prevents it from growing.

Why Laser Hair Removal?

It Works Best on Three Areas

Laser hair removal can work on any part of the body that you would like to remove hair from, it is especially effective on the underarms, on the face, and the bikini areas.   

Helps People With Thick Coarse Hair

If you have dark, stubborn hair, laser hair removal could be the answer. The light is attracted to dark pigments or color in the hair follicle. Downside? It may take a little longer to fully work on thicker hair. Some hair may be resistant due to hormonal changes, or other hair bulbs could become active at the time of treatment.   

No More Ingrown Hairs

Unlike waxing and threading, you will not have to deal with painful and unsightly ingrown hairs. Neither will you have to tolerate irritation or razor burns. Laser hair removal can even improve the issue of ingrown hairs.

No Surface Hair

You don’t need to have surface hair for a laser hair removal treatment. You are encouraged to shave before your session so the laser can penetrate into the root of the hair. To be more effective you also shouldn’t tweeze, wax, or bleach any hair one month before your session.  

Precise

Laser hair removal directly targets hairs right down at the follicle. This is a benefit over intense pulsed light (IPL) hair removal, using a laser makes it more suited to treating people with dark skin tones. The precision also means you should get results sooner.

Where to Go for Laser Hair Removal Treatment

All the other traditional methods of hair removal take money and time and eventually the hair grows back, sometimes even thicker than before. You can quickly see and feel the results from a laser hair removal treatment. It’s a longterm relatively inexpensive investment for a permanent solution to your hairy problem. You can destroy those irritating hair follicles in minutes by making an appointment at DermaClinic in Coral Gables or call us today for a free consultation at (786) 210-4234.