Is At-home Microneedling A Safe Alternative?

Microneedling is a revolutionary beauty treatment that gives you supple and soft skin. It helps in combating beauty concerns like acne scars, fine lines, wrinkles, etc.

It boosts the production of collagen and increases the elasticity of your skin. All these benefits have contributed immensely to the popularity of microneedling.
 
With many people getting curious about the treatment, there has been an advent of at-home microneedling devices. The microneedling in Salt Lake City is an expensive procedure and can cost around two hundred dollars.

However, the at-home device, also known as derma rollers, are available for a fraction of that price. Hence, people are choosing these rollers to achieve the benefits of professional microneedling at the convenience of their homes.

The question is -Are these devices safe, and do they bring the same results as professional treatments?
 
The at-home microneedling devices differ significantly in needle length and width. The tiny needles on derma rollers are blunt and short. Hence, they do not go deep into the dermis layers. Hence, the results obtained from the at-home roller are not as impressive as those performed by a professional aesthetician.
 
However, nowadays the professional rollers with sharp needles are also available. So, does that mean you can achieve the same results at home?

Microneedling is a complex process, and using the professional rollers by yourself can do more harm than good. It involves making small microscopic punctures on your skin. This initiates the healing response and boosts the production of collagen. The increased production of collagen results in smooth, supple, and younger-looking skin.  

As painless as they are, these are pin-pricks and an opening on your skin. Hence there is an increased chance of infection. Microneedling needs to be performed in a hygienic environment with sterilized equipment. The bacteria on the surface of the roller can find their way into the deeper layers of your skin and can cause an infection.

Also, the skin needs to be completely clean and free of any makeup. Makeup and other skincare products can damage the inner layers of skin. However, you may not have all the cleaning tools at your home, and some makeup may remain on the skin when you start the process.

The derma rollers at home are used numerous times. Hence there are chances of bacteria buildup especially when they are not cleaned properly. Also, people with active infection or acne flare-up should stay away from at-home microneedling devices. The bacteria from one part of the face may cling to the roller and get deep into the other parts.
 
Even when you do not have active acne, microneedling can still cause redness and inflammation. Microneedling in Salt Lake City is performed by professionals who are trained to handle different skin types and concerns. With at-home devices, you run the risk of creating too much pressure on your skin or using a device with bent needles without realizing it.

Hence, there are numerous concerns and risks associated with at-home microneedling devices.