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Microneedling is a medical procedure that involves punctures into the skin with possible bleeding. The procedure needs to be performed in sterile conditions in order to avoid skin infection. Coconut oil right after is not advisable.
Hi kenny5,I really would advise you against using the microneedling pen on yourself. To be effective, the puncture should be deep enough to reach the dermis. You wouldn't achieve this by yourself because you need some numbing.Coconut oil isn't recommended.All the best, Justin Harper, M.D.
Thanks for your question , all my patients ask me this all the time! Its great your skin is peeling, you are shedding all your damaged skin, let your skin heal its self, naturally, apply gentle cleansers to lift the skin , but do not exfoliate, find a nice medium. your skin will lead you in...
Microneedeling is evidence-based. Micro injuries by microneedling stimulate your own healing potential and collagen production. This effect can be enhanced either by PRP or by additional administration of local growth factors.
Microneedling is great for overall skin maintenance and we recommend this every 2 weeks if you can. I suggest a combination approach of : 1) skin care with products and PRP/microneedling 2) PDT light therapy few times a month with growth factors 3) laser treatments like clear and brilliant r...
I often combine Co2 with microneedling and prp to get the best outcomes. I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist to get you on a long term plan with lasers, microneedling/prp, Cosmelan, peels, fillers, facials and skin care. Best, Dr. Emer.
Hi @scotty914. I would recommend waiting a week before resuming Tazorac or Tretinoin to avoid sensitivity. Best of luck, Dr. Nima!
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