If you've done enough research into the world of skincare, you'll have most likely stumbled upon a trending anti-aging technique known as microneedling AKA dermarolling.

At first, the whole process might come off intimidating. For the skeptics, there doesn't seem to be any benefit to poking your skin with dozens of tiny needles. Isn't it better to use some specialty cream? Serums? Chemical peels?

I'm here to finally squash the debate once and for all. Do dermarollers really work? Fortunately for you, they do, and once you read this, you'll wish you'd stumbled across dermarollers a lot sooner.

What is a Dermaroller?

Microneedler and dermaroller are often used interchangeably. They refer to basically the same tool: a small handle with a rotating wheel lined with tiny needles that, when rolled across the surface of the skin, create clean, microscopic punctures.

There are endless brands of dermarollers on the market. Unfortunately, this means a lot of knock-off brands and fake needles.

Why are needles important? Cheap needles are going to do more harm than good; they can create uneven tears in the skin, rust and cause infection, and even inflict scars.

Obtaining real-needle dermarollers like those from Gin Amber Beauty is a must. Not only will you see better results, you'll have a peace of mind with a high-quality skincare device that's just as safe as it is effective.

What's the Purpose of a Dermaroller?

Dermarollers, when rolled along the skin, create micro-punctures. These are essentially microscopic wounds in the skin which serve one purpose and one purpose only: to trigger the body's healing response. This translates to boosted collagen, elastin, and circulation. Key factors in anti-aging.

Collagen: the building blocks of skin, collagen is a protein that keeps skin plump and youthful looking. After the age of 25, we begin to see a decrease in collagen production of around 1% per year.

Elastin: similar to collagen, elastin is another protein essential to youthful skin. While collagen keeps skin plump and full, elastin contributes to the elasticity and resilience of skin. It is about one thousand times more flexible than collagen.

Circulation: increased circulation means increased bloodflow. As many of you might know, blood is oxygen and nutrient rich, and so providing increased circulation to an area of skin can provide fast-acting healing benefits and anti-aging processes. It also helps transport carbon dioxide and toxins away from the area, a cleansing effect that can't really be achieved with any other method.

Why Should We Care About Collagen?

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body. Collagen is an essential, fiber-like structure utilized in the creation of connective tissue. This means it plays a role in your bones, skin, muscles, tendons, and cartilage.

Why Should We Care About Elastin?

Put simply, elastin is a protein forming the main constituent of elastic connective tissue, found especially in the dermis of the skin. Like its name implies, elastin helps to keep the skin elastic, or stretchy and resilient. As we age, we lose elastin, which makes our skin less likely to bounce back.

What Else Can Dermarollers Be Used For?

Dermarollers are so versatile, they can be used for quite a few things. These include:

• face wrinkles and fine lines
• hand wrinkles and fine lines
• acne scars
• stretch marks
• hair growth
• beard growth

Because dermarollers trigger the body's natural healing responses, this means that its effects can take place to not only boost cellular turnover, but even encourage the growth of healthier skin and hair follicles.

How Long Does It Take to See Results?

Everyone's skin is unique and so results are going to be relative. For some people, they see results in as little as a day. For others, it may take months to achieve the same results. The key here is consistency as well as a little bit of patience. 

Also, it's important to remember that results depend on what it is you're trying to achieve. Do you want brighter skin? Less wrinkles? The time it takes for wrinkles to disappear is going to be much different than the time it might take to notice more subtle differences like brighter skin. Concerns like erasing acne scars, however, can take as long as 6 - 12 months.

Before and Afters

Need a little bit more proof in the efficacy of the dermaroller? What would this blog be without some incredible before and after photos?

The Takeaway

The key thing to remember here is consistency. Dermarollers are effective because their results essentially compound over time. Meaning that a few strokes of a dermaroller every few weeks isn't going to do much for you or your confidence.

That being said, when used correctly, the dermaroller is a powerful at-home skincare device that can revolutionize the way you approach your skin and your appearance. If you don't have one yet, go ahead and check out this blog post that runs down what each needle size is used for and which one would be the best for you.

Thank you Amber Babies for tuning into yet another blog post! Feel free to leave comments and questions and don't forget to visit me on TikTok, YouTube, and as well as on IG, @ginamberx, where I go over remarkably effective skincare tips, trends, and topics!