The change of season from winter to spring is welcome for most of us, but if you are living with skin conditions such as acne, rosacea, or hyperpigmentation, you might have mixed feelings about the approaching warmer weather. Increased sun exposure and warmth can trigger flare-ups or make existing problems more difficult to manage.
If you are concerned about any of these issues, or perhaps want to look your best for an upcoming special occasion, then you may wish to consider a free consultation at our cosmetic skin clinic in Windsor. Our practitioners will make an assessment of your skin and discuss your expectations from a treatment.
One of the most effective non-invasive cosmetic treatments for acne, scarring, mild rosacea and hyperpigmentation is Dermapen. Here’s a look at what it is and how it could help you to feel more confident and comfortable in your skin in time for late spring and early summer.
What is Dermapen?
Dermapen is an advanced form of microneedling that is designed to create a smoother and more even skin tone. It’s particularly effective for toning down redness and minimising the appearance of scars. It works by delivering tiny micro injuries to the skin in order to deliberately trigger the healing and repair response.
The ultimate outcome of this process is accelerated skin renewal due to the stimulation of collagen and elastin production. These are the proteins responsible for maintaining the firmness and elasticity of the skin, and our bodies naturally produce less as we get older. This is partly why older skin is more prone to damage and takes longer to repair.
Dermapen is more precise and can cause fewer side effects than traditional microneedling techniques, because the depth of the punctures can be controlled. It is delivered via a small handheld device that delivers up to 1,300 vertical micro punctures per second into the skin, rather than via rollers with variable depth that can cause excessive damage.
What conditions can Dermapen treat?
Acne and acne scarring
As the temperatures start to rise, the extra heat can trigger increased oil production and lead to extra acne breakouts. Severe acne can result in scarring of the skin, even after the inflammation has calmed down.
While acne is usually not a medically serious condition (although it can be uncomfortable or even painful) it can be emotionally and psychologically damaging: many people with acne or scarring are prone to low self-esteem and can feel self-conscious and anxious in social situations. Therefore effective treatments can be a real game-changer.
Dermapen can help to lessen the appearance of existing acne scars by breaking down old scar tissue and simultaneously stimulating the production of new skin cells. Over a course of treatments, this can lead to progressively smoother and clearer skin. The procedure can also help to manage active breakouts by boosting circulation and faster skin cell regeneration.
Hyperpigmentation
As the sun gathers strength and we spend more time outdoors, it can exacerbate pigmentation spots on exposed skin. This leads to an uneven skin tone, which can cause the complexion to appear dull and aged. Demapen treatment can help to correct this by encouraging the damaged skin cells to shed and triggering the growth of new healthy cells.
It can also slow down melanin production, which is responsible for the darker appearance of the skin. This means that further pigmentation can be suppressed. After a treatment, the skin will have a more even tone and appear more radiant and youthful.
Rosacea
Rosacea is a skin condition that commonly affects women over the age of 30, and it can cause redness and bumps or pustules on the skin. A common trigger is heat or sun exposure, and so the problem can be more difficult to manage in spring and summer.
Dermapen treatment can help by stimulating collagen production and a faster skin cell turnover time, which reduces the redness and strengthens the skin barrier over time. This can make the skin less sensitive to environmental triggers, reducing the frequency of flare ups.
Why now is the perfect time for Dermapen treatments
You will see noticeable results after just one treatment, but for optimal results a course of six to eight treatments is recommended. After each treatment, minor side effects such as slight stinging or tightness of the skin will subside within 48 hours. You will also be advised to avoid direct sun exposure in the days following treatment.
By starting your treatments in early spring, you will see a clearer and healthier complexion in time for summer.
