Beauty

[GingerHead]

@SilleeMee Also, thanks for all your pointers, I'm always taking notes! haha

[SilleeMee]

@GingerHead 

Yes, the stinging is real. But whatever you do, do not use a numbing cream before needling. Numbing creams/gels contain lidocaine and that constricts blood vessels. You don't want that. I know the pros like to use numbing creams for obvious reasons but it's counterintuitive.

[GingerHead]

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@SilleeMee wrote:

@GingerHead 

Yes, the stinging is real. But whatever you do, do not use a numbing cream before needling. Numbing creams/gels contain lidocaine and that constricts blood vessels. You don't want that. I know the pros like to use numbing creams for obvious reasons but it's counterintuitive.

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Thanks! Good to know....

[SilleeMee]

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You're welcome  @GingerHead 

BTW...

Those dermastamps are good for 5 to 6 treatments and then toss. When I use a stamp, I stamp three times in one spot and then move on to the next spot and repeat. It takes me about 30 minutes total to prep and stamp my face, neck and dec. It goes fast and when you go fast there seems to be less stinging...LOL! Seriously.

[Dazlin]

I may consider this.  What is a good hyaluronic serum to apply?    I have had Dr.Brenner, @SilleeMee  you recommended a while back. I also just ordered Cosrx toner ...its very nice...but I always like a straight hyaluronic.   

[SilleeMee]

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@Dazlin wrote:

I may consider this.  What is a good hyaluronic serum to apply?    I have had Dr.Brenner, @SilleeMee  you recommended a while back. I also just ordered Cosrx toner ...its very nice...but I always like a straight hyaluronic.   

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@Dazlin 

Yes, I remember that rec for you. I don't have any new recs for HA serums.  I wouldn't use any serum after needling. That could introduce chemicals into the skin and interfere with collagen production and also possible infection. Needling for the purpose of introducing products into the skin is not something I recommend. If you want HA under the skin then get dermal filler injections. Use a single ingredient antiseptic oil, such as jojoba or camellia. All you really need to apply is something to prevent moisture loss and prevent infection. No actives.

[Dazlin]

@SilleeMee ,thank you!!

[Dazlin]

@FLGators ...just wondering if you feel going to a professional is worth it?  Or have you considered doing it at home.  There are many videos, detailed specifications.   My spa offered 3 treatments at $900...pricey...but everything they do is up there.

[SilleeMee]

@Dazlin 

If you are going to attempt doing it at home then I highly recommend that you get a book about microneedling. Getting info from videos and articles online is not the best thing to do. There's a lot of misinformation and that's not a good thing.

[Dazlin]

@SilleeMee Not sure what I'll do...besides I'm tooooo busy to try anything right now.  I'm clearing out my deceased parents house and praying to sell it.   I did see my derm for something and that's how all this came about.  So when I'm ready, I'll consider all case scenarios,  and love hearing from you all who have experience with this treatment.