Confused about which derma roller to use? Don’t worry we’ve got you covered!
It doesn’t matter whether you are a beginner or advanced roller, we have something for everyone. But, before you rush into buying the cheapest roller online, here are a few key points to keep in mind.
- Always buy a derma roller with surgical grade stainless steel needles. Remember nothing good is cheap! Majority of the rollers sold online are made of titanium needles. Why? Because it is a cheaper material to produce. The downside of using titanium to roll is that it creates a thicker needle which can damage or tear your skin. In order to cut costs the titanium is used to create discs or wheels of pointy spikes, rather than individual needles. Think of this like using teeth to grind into your skin. Not ideal is it? Doctors, dermatologists and tattoo artists all use medical grade stainless steel needles as they are more hygienic and safer.
- Buy from a reputable company. We have been selling derma rollers for over 18 years, so we know a thing or two. In fact we were the first supplier in Australasia to sell the original derma roller from France. Unfortunately, not everything you read online is true. And that is definitely the case with derma rollers. Most online businesses have absolutely no idea about the technicalities of derma rolling, and will sell you anything to make a quick buck. At Dr. Dermacare we pride ourselves on only recommending a roller if we know it is actually going to benefit the condition you are treating. We also pride ourselves on our after sales service and a money back guarantee that is second to none.
Now, let’s get down to the nitty gritty!
Derma Roller Needle Lengths
If you are a newbie and have never rolled before, then we recommend starting with our Relax & Roll Beginner Derma Roller .3mm. This roller has been specifically designed to supercharge your skincare and increase skincare product absorption up to 100%. What does this mean exactly? Well, it means when you apply your serums or anti aging creams they will actually be channeled right where they need to go in order to be effective, and make a difference to your skin. Without derma rolling, your expensive anti-aging products will simply sit on the surface of your skin and not make any improvements at all. Why is the .3mm a great roller for beginners? That’s easy! Starting with a .3mm roller allows your skin to get used to the sensation of microneedling. At first needling may feel a little prickly or tingly. But, it does not hurt or cause bleeding. Mostly the sensitivity will be felt around areas with less fat, like your forehead for example. Once you have rolled a few times you will barely notice any sensation at all. Another great reason to start with the .3mm stainless steel dermaroller, is you can use it as often as you like. As long as your skin is tolerating the needling, you can use the roller daily with your skincare regime. It is also a great roller to use in between professional Collagen Induction Therapy sessions. This is because it will enhance the benefits and give you better results.
What needle length should you use if you have rolled before?
If you are a derma rolling pro and have been microneedling for the past few months, then you are ready to graduate to our next roller! The next step up is our Advanced .5mm derma roller. These longer needles have been scientifically designed to penetrate even deeper into our skin to reach the layers where collagen can be formed. This roller is not specifically for collagen induction, but it will certainly give it a wee boost. We recommend this roller length for those that suffer from acne scars, slightly pitted scarring, deeper wrinkles, stretch marks or hair loss. This upgraded needle length will feel more noticeable and slightly tingly when first used. If you are using this for existing acne scarring that is slightly pitted, you may even hear a slight crackling sound when you roll. This is nothing to worry about. It means the roller is doing its job and breaking down the scar tissue that has formed as your acne was healing. By breaking down the scar tissue, new collagen can form, which will even out your skin texture and diminish the appearance of the pitted scar, almost like it is being filled in and evened out.
We hope this has helped you choose the best needle length for you. Remember it doesn’t matter which roller you use, the needles will eventually go blunt and you will need to replace the roller with a new one. Afterall you wouldn’t use a blunt razor or an old bristly toothbrush would you? Well, it’s the exact same concept as rolling. In order to get the best results your roller needs to be in optimal condition with sharp, high precision points.
Happy rolling! And don’t forget our team is here to help you get the glowing, radiant skin you deserve, so don’t hesitate to contact us if you are still unsure.
