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Sep
3 key facts about treating challenging stretch mark scars with SkinPen® microneedling
Stretch marks can affect individuals of all shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. They are also a particularly stubborn concern commonly treated at The Nest Day Spa & Aesthetic Center in Russell, Kentucky. You can finally enjoy smooth, stretch mark-free skin when the creams and other products fail to live up to their lofty promises. Below, we are proud to highlight three key facts about treating stretch marks with SkinPen® microneedling to our neighbors across the Tri-State area.
1 – Microneedling is a technique that effectively addresses the unique challenges of stretch marks.
Stretch marks or striae are a type of scar. Scars of any kind can be difficult to treat. They also require patience, as scarring generally fades or gradually improves with treatment. This particular form of scarring develops when weight is gained (or lost) rapidly. They also arise during growth spurts. This rapid stretching or shrinking causes the building blocks of the skin (collagen and elastin) to rupture. As your skin attempts to heal itself, these raised striations may occur. Initially, they may appear purple, red, or pink. With time, they may fade in color and sink into the skin. Researchers have found that many of the “stretch mark creams” available today make little to no difference in the appearance of such mature stretch marks. Microneedling technology is made to treat depressions in the skin, such as scars, striae, or those caused by acne, past surgeries, injuries, or trauma.
2 – Microneedling works on stretch marks by rebuilding the skin’s structure.
Any microneedling service generally works by stimulating certain cells in the skin to produce more collagen and elastin, a process known as neocollagenesis and neoelastinogenesis. The treated areas firm up by replenishing these structural components of the skin. This process fills in depressions, such as shallow, discolored indentations, which are characteristic of striae.
3 – SkinPen® is a pioneering, innovative device used to perform microneedling.
True to its name, microneedling generally refers to making small perforations in the targeted, damaged area. These perforations are made with a handheld device that contains several sterile, ultra-fine needles. The Nest Day Spa & Aesthetic Center makes these needles with the SkinPen® device. After this pen-like device has produced microscopic openings in the skin, your body goes into healing mode. It begins to repair the treated areas by producing – you guessed it – collagen and elastin! Our team also optimizes healing and the results from treatment by incorporating anti-aging growth factors and exosomes into microneedling and other services. SkinPen® stands apart from other devices as it is the first technology to be FDA-cleared for treating acne scars.
Due to the nature of scarring, it can take a series of treatments to achieve noticeable improvements. But once you see those results, they are largely long-lasting. With such an effective and safe service on your side, there is no reason to let stretch marks dictate what you wear or how you feel about how you look. To find out more, our Tri-State team in Russell, KY, is standing by to schedule your personalized consultation. Call (606) 388-2399 to speak with us today.