Scalp Microneedling
What is Scalp Microneedling?
Microneedling (known as collagen induction therapy) has been used in dermatology and facial aesthetics for around 25 years and is well known for its benefits in improving the appearance of minor scars, fine lines, hyperpigmentation and skin tone. Scalp Microneedling has more recently emerged as a useful treatment for hair loss, which has shown to notably improve hair regrowth.
Scalp micro needling is a minimally invasive procedure where very fine medical grade needles are moved over the scalp puncturing the skins surface to create lots of tiny micro injuries/channels. This process initiates the skins natural healing mechanisms, stimulating growth factors, collagen production, and improving localised blood supply.
During your treatment we use a nourishing mesotherapy hair growth serum and biotin to help soothe the scalp and encourage an optimal hair growth environment.
What’s the science?
The action of puncturing the skin to create lots of tiny micro wounds, sets of a cascade of responses which increases cellular communication and proliferation of cellular growth factors such as platelet derived growth factor (PGF), and transforming growth factor (TGF). Specialised cells like platelets (blood clotting cells), and fibroblasts (lay down collagen fibres) travel to the site of injury to start the repair process. Additionally, surrounding blood capillaries dilate to facilitate the migration of keratinocytes (produce keratin involved in hair fibre production) and other cells to assist in the healing process.
The action of microneedling is also thought to increase expression of WNT pathways which facilitates communication between the dermal papilla and stem cells of the hair follicle, effectively regulating the normal hair cycle.
FAQS
Scalp microneedling is shown to be more effective for androgenetic alopecia (male/female pattern hair loss), and alopecia areata (patchy hair loss). It may also be useful in some cases of chronic telogen effluvium.
This is dependent on many factors such as age, general health, and the type, duration and severity of hair loss being treated. As a general rule, an improvement is more likely to be seen after 3 months of treatment. A course of 3 treatments is recommended (1 every 4 weeks), with maintenance once every 3 months. More than 1 course may be advised in some cases, before continuing with maintenance treatments.
It should be noted that this treatment is not guaranteed to be effective for everyone.
There may be some minor discomfort from scalp microneedling due to the depth of the needles used. A topical anaesthetic is used prior to treatment which significantly helps to minimise any pain.
Scalp Micro needling pricing
A full consultation is required prior to scalp microneedling, to assess
the suitability of this treatment.
* Single treatment scalp microneedling– £80
*Course of 4 treatments of Scalp microneedling – £300
Before your facial, avoid the sun and using harsh skincare products or exfoliates for a few days. If possible, you should also arrive at your appointment with a clean face, free of makeup or other products. During your consultation, we will go over know about any allergies, sensitivities, or concerns you may have.
Regularly scheduled facials provide a wide range of benefits for your skin, from deep cleansing and exfoliation to targeted treatment of pre-existing skin conditions. By incorporating facials into your skincare routine, you can help to keep your skin looking its best and promote its ongoing health. We are skilled and experienced to help determine the best treatment plan for your individual needs and set you up with a customized skin regimen that will help you maintain and promote healthy skin.
At Deoma Aesthetics ltd., we customize all treatment plans. Our programs are completely individualized and tailored to the needs of the unique individual. We are deeply dedicated to helping our clients reach the ultimate goal of healthy, beautiful skin.
Basic Facials Pricing
*Deep Cleansing with Strictly Professional Products - £30
*Derma Clear Skin Brightening - £35
Deep steam cleansing with extraction of B/W heads, mask, tone and
moisturize.
Pre & Post Care
PRE TREATMENT Make sure to wash your hair the morning of your appointment. Whilst we will be cleansing your scalp before the treatment, washing your hair will help reduce any excess sebum that might otherwise difficult to get.
+ Hair colouring 2 weeks prior to treatment.
POST TREATMENT You might notice your scalp starting to flake a couple of days after the treatment. This is normal and a wanted result – the upper layer of the scalp is shedding.
+ You might experience some scalp pain the days following your treatment. This is also normal, as the micro needling created a large number of micro-injuries.
+ Avoid applying artificial fragrances to your scalp for at least a couple of days. This includes any sort of hair wash or products including artificial fragrances
. + If you notice any persisting localised inflammation, make sure to clean the area thoroughly with betadine before going to bed.
+ Make sure to not expose your scalp to the sun after the treatment, as the skin needling increases your skin sensitivity. Sun exposure might result in accelerated scalp sunburn. If needed, wear a hat.
+ Make sure to not wash your hair at least 4 hours after treatment.
+ In case of excess sweating shortly after the treatment, make sure to wash your hair just after exercise. Your scalp might become infected easier after the treatment if not washed.
+ Make sure to sleep on a clean pillow sheet following the treatment to prevent potential infections.
+ if requires Hair colouring, 2 weeks post treatment recommended.