A dermaroller as illustrated in the product picture on this page, is a handheld, manual device that has a cylindrical drum attached to the end. This drum is surrounded by small needles that when rolled over the surface of the skin cause mild trauma to it. This trauma stimulates a healing response from the skin which in turn increases collagen and elastin production. It is collagen and elastin that give the skin a firm and smooth texture.
Dermarollers do not just come in one standard needle size, different needle lengths are used dependent upon the skin concern that you are trying to treat. Below is an explanation of what each length of needle treats.
0.25MM DERMAROLLER
enlarged pores
post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (blemishes)
skin discolouration
0.50MM DERMAROLLER
sun-damaged or sagging skin
wrinkles
uneven skin tone or texture
enlarged pores
postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (blemishes)
skin discolouration
HOW OFTEN CAN A DERMAROLLER BE USED?
Below is a guideline regarding the maximum amount of times a dermaroller can be used on the skin. These guidelines do not factor in skin concerns that clients may have, so it is always important to take each client case by case. Also, if the client is having other treatments such as skin peels or radiofrequency, the regularity of which this treatment will be able to be performed on the skin will change.
0.25 – Every other day
0.50 – 1 – 3 times a week