I've been on Tretinoin cream for about a month now. I just ordered my home dermaroller and plan to use the 1.5 mm for acne scarring on my cheek areas. My question is what is the proper way to use both my home dermaroller and my tretinoin cream in conjunction with eachother. Should I stop my cream for about a week before dermarolling then a week after dermarolling begin my tretinoin cream again? and how often can I dermaroll with a 1.5mm? your reply is greatly appreciated!
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The answer is 'usually safe'. Lupus can Koebner, i.e.. any trauma can evoke your body to produce lupus on your skin. If you use a 0.5 mm needle conservatively it is unlikely. For all my lupus patients, I usually perform a test spot, or a very gentle treatment. You should be under the guidance ...
OK, the technique is very important. Best if someone rolls for you (preferably professional) if not brother, sister, neighbour.... but you need counter traction in some areas and pinching up in others. By stretching your skin and applying firm pressure, it will help. Needle depth is vital....
Thank you for your question. Derma roller is very good for acne scars as it can improve the texture and the appearance. The length of the needle all depends on what reaction you will have. Derma roller should be from .5-1.0 in length. With home derma rollers all you should experience...
