The skin treatment known as microneedling has become popular because it helps people achieve better skin texture and stimulates collagen production and minimizes acne scars. Many people now use at-home microneedling devices because they want to achieve professional med spa results from their own home.
The main concern about using at-home microneedling devices is their safety level.
The staff at Prime Med Spa in Portland performs daily professional microneedling treatments which allows us to observe both successful and dangerous outcomes from using DIY devices. The following information provides essential knowledge for anyone who wants to perform microneedling at home.
What Is Microneedling?
The skin receives controlled micro-injuries through tiny needles during microneedling treatments. The treatment process activates collagen production while it enhances skin texture and reduces acne scars and fine lines and brightens skin tone.
Medical-grade devices at professional clinics deliver precise results through sterile environments to perform microneedling treatments.
Are At-Home Microneedling Devices Safe?
The answer to this question is no because these devices present safety risks exist.
The combination of low cost and easy use makes at-home rollers and pens attractive but users face multiple major disadvantages.
The following reasons explain why at-home microneedling devices present safety concerns.
- Needles Are Much Shorter
The needles in at-home devices measure between 0.2 mm and 0.5 mm which results in:
- The treatment provides minimal exfoliation benefits.
- The needles fail to penetrate deep enough to activate collagen production effectively.
- The treatment produces inferior results when compared to professional microneedling sessions.
- Higher Risk of Skin Damage
The practice of DIY microneedling creates three main risks which include micro-tears and uneven pressure and skin scratches that can result in scarring.
- The lack of medical sterilization equipment at home creates conditions for bacterial growth.
- The home environment lacks proper sanitation equipment which makes it difficult to prevent bacterial growth. The combination of these factors leads to higher risks of developing infections and inflammation and skin breakouts and irritation.
- Medical facilities maintain strict sanitation protocols to guarantee patient safety during treatments.
- Not Safe for All Skin Types
People who have acne or rosacea or eczema or dark spots or hyperpigmentation issues should avoid using at-home microneedling because it could make their skin condition worse.
The staff at med spas conducts skin assessments before starting treatments to stop any potential complications from occurring.
- Results Are Not Comparable to Professional Microneedling
Professional microneedling provides better results than at-home treatments because it offers adjustable needle depth and medical-grade precision and enhanced collagen stimulation and accelerated healing times.
Professional microneedling at a med spa produces superior results than at-home treatments because it offers precise control and produces better outcomes.
At Prime Med Spa PDX we use FDA-approved devices with customized serums to achieve optimal collagen growth and skin recovery.
The team at Prime Med Spa PDX delivers safe microneedling treatments that produce controlled results for patients who need to address their deep skin issues.
The treatment options at Prime Med Spa PDX include:
- Acne scar treatment
- Fine line and wrinkle reduction
- Large pore treatment
- Pitted scar treatment
- Improving skin texture
- Hyperpigmentation treatment
Professional microneedling at Prime Med Spa PDX delivers better results than at-home treatments because it produces stronger and longer-lasting outcomes without the risks of DIY mistakes.
Which patients should completely avoid using at-home microneedling devices?
People should stay away from at-home microneedling because they have active acne or sensitive skin or active acne or sensitive skin or active acne or cold sores or eczema or dermatitis or hyperpigmentation tendencies.
People should visit a professional for obtaining proper treatment methods instead of using at-home devices.
So, Are At-Home Microneedling Devices Worth It?
Home microneedling devices fail to deliver real collagen growth and long-term skin improvements because they create additional safety risks.
Professional microneedling treatments provide better results than at-home treatments because they offer safer and more controlled procedures.
Prime Med Spa offers consultations to help patients choose the best treatment approach for their skin needs.