CIT/MICRONEEDLING for MATURE SKIN or ACNE SCARS! You need to know about COLLAGEN INDUCTION THERAPY
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Collagen induction therapy is all the rage now. We know that a microneedling treatment and using a dermaroller can help those of us over 40 with mature skin....over 50 with mature skin...look younger! These are my tips to getting the best results possible whether you dermaroll or microneedle. I demo the procedure for you as well. If you are interested in learning how to look younger and how to encourage your own collagen production then check out this video!
OK I have had a lot of questions about what pen you can buy, and I found a pen that looks good. I wanted to find a pen with replacement cartridges. It is SO important that you are sanitary when you needle.
Products Mentioned in this Video:
Numbing Cream 5% Lidocaine (if you are doing .5mm numbing makes it MUCH more tolerable!!)
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Alcohol wipes
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Disposable Headbands:
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Microneedling Pen (A6):
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Denture Tablets/retainer cleaner to soak roller:
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Clearista for flakes day 3-6:
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Favorite Sunscreen for day after needling and beyond (I love the high purity niacinamide in this sunscreen!)
Elta MD UV Clear:
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Love love this video!!! You’re soo well in formed about micro needling in anti-aging !
your skin looks totally amazing here, can definitely see a difference from your vids from like a year back, so amazing!
GM Penn!!! This is such a thorough demo/tutorial. This is a habit I’d like to get into. I can handle this once a month. Thank you for all this important information. You are the best source because you are licensed, thank you for teaching us how to do it correctly!!
Love you!
Dawn's Life, over 40 I’m not sure how I missed some of these comments!! Thank you friend for watching 💙💙💙💙
This was a great informative video. All the information has really helped, thanks for taking the time to explain 👍🏻
once again i learned sooooo much! so glad i watched before buying roller and products because now i will buy pen and products that Penn recommended in order to get best results,
Thank you so much for your videos. Your microneedling protocols are still my go to videos whenever I microneedle at home.
Many thanks for empowering us with the knowledge to do this safely at home when such a broad negative sentiment of "no it's not safe" is floating around. You give us the knowledge to be smart and safe. Thank you again!
Love the way you explain the benefits so thorough..great informative video x
I feel confident to do this myself now. Great video!
I loved this video! Thank you for making this sweet and simple yet very informative.
As always,a professionally fantastic job!
I love your energy and with something like this I always research as if I am researching for a university paper and plus I have experience in nursing. As of now, I am a cosmetologist. I plan on beginning the regiments you provide. You have went above to create this product knowledge and the amazon links are so convenient. I love that I can click and go straight to the product you include. The thing about these products, as with hair products and supplies, it is so easy to buy from somewhere and the product not be official or certified product. I am about to go ahead and make the pen purchase. I agree with you , it is not what the pen is called ( official is still important ) , but the knowledge of the on perforning the service. I tell you, I went to a med spa and had this done with a skin pen. I paid 1000 dollars upfront for 3 treatments. The practitioner was fumbling and trying to use a tip that the thread broke, Needless to say I ended up not going back and was returned the money I left with them. I actually have botox and filler and was not satisfied. Although I have to go somewhere to get my botox and filler, I am very confident I can do this, When I need refills or replacements I am coming right back to your links,,I plan to join your fb group, with my same name here, and I m also very confident I can get all the informtion for different facials here, I do not wont to watch to many sources because I am wanting to get into a routine and I am sure if there is an level up in the routine you will make a video, Thank you for taking the time to make these videos and I am definitely going to be using your links. Sending love and light, Libra and Venus Rising
thanks, Penn! I'm a new subscriber and coincidentally just ordered a skin pen! This was greatly helpful....can't wait to get started.
Thank you so much!! Most informative video I’ve seen on this topic !!! Thanks for sharing !
The most perfect video !!! Thank you !!! Can’t wait to start my journey with this pen !!! 🥰
You have beautiful skin! I’m getting my first micro needling session in 2 weeks. I’m excited
So glad I found you Penny!! I have loved your recommendations and you are gorgeous! Your skin is amazing! I’m a 46 year old former sun worshiper and you give me hope❤️
Awesome information as always Penny. I truly love your style of teaching. Than you! 💗
Omgoodness...thank you for all the information!! I am totally on board!!
I don’t know how I missed this one! I love your videos.
to save you some digging through comments: she's using a 12 pin cartridge :)
erica epperson thank you :-)
I don’t always see comments and questions on this older video 💜
thank you, i was going to ask.
Penn can you tell me where to find replacement cartridges for the pen? I have it and have never used it and need to find replacement cartridges for it
Mary Grisham I buy mine on amazon:)
You can also find most of them on DrPenusa.com 😊
Where on amazon? I have looked all over and not sure what ones they are!!!!The Dr.Pen doesn’t show the same pen you are using which is the same on I have !!!! So I don’t know which cartridges to get
You’re the best Penn!! I’ve learned so much listening and watching you and others are asking me what I’m doing to my skin! 💃🏻
I can instantly see why others recommended you ! Very professional approach and a lot of good tips for a first micro needler ... thank you
Awww!! Thank you so much! 🥰🥰🥰
@@PENNSMITHSKINCARE Hi Penn...I recently lost quite of bit of weight...Now I have Eyebags and Sagging skin in my Neck and jowls...Please tell me Which setting to use under eyes and in Neck area...And will this Microneedling with the Pen help Tighten these areas for Me...Thanks and love all your Video's I have learned alot!! Keep up the good work!!!👍❤
I recently came upon your channel looking for info on microneedling and the latest anti-aging skincare ingredients. You are outstanding, Penny! The content and backup research you have on your channel-as well as your graphics and overall channel's design-are amazing. And you communicate so well, on screen and in blogs. You even offer downloadable .pdfs of protocols you've developed.
Your passion shows and comes across as a nerdy scientist who loves her work, is a down-to-earth person who can be comfortable and helpful to young girls, 20- to 50-someone's and older, and whose mother raised her right-with a girl-next door beauty guaranteed to draw viewers. Well done, dear. Hope you get where you want to go. 👏
I bought the BioGlo roller a couple of years ago. Your information made it easy for me decide to get the 7 pen and follow your protocol instead, so thanks, also. 👍
THIS JUST MADE MY WHOLE DAY!!!! Thank you so much and I am so happy to be part of your skincare journey. I hope you have a wonderful day! XOXO Penn
Great video!! Thank you for the wonderful info. I've been thinking about buying a Derma Roller but I really didn't know how to use it. I'm so glad I watched this video and I can't wait to try it now.
What an excellent video, so informative! Makes it less scary when someone breaks it down, especially such a fab gal! :-) XOXO Sharon
Sharon Capehart thank you so much for your kind words! I’m glad it was helpful! ❤️❤️❤️
Oh wow. I didn’t know much about this subject. Thank you for the info. I will consider doing this to help with some minor wrinkles and some irregularities I have on my skin too. Thank you and i love your channel!
Glam Erick thank you thank you!! 💙💙💙💙💙
Thank you for sharing!!! For your research, time, and information. It is so beautiful that you share your technique, and information. Working as a licensed professional who is willing share your expertise, and professional experiences. Thank you for doing these videos, they are wonderful, and super informative, as are you!
Thank you for saying this!
That’s so nice of you!
Hi Penn. If you were my therapist I would put myself in your hands and let you do anything to my skin. You're so knowledgeable & I find you very reassuring. Gosh this was a good demo! xxLisa
50 is the new fabulous thank you so so much! That means so much to me! ❤️😍 thank you for your kind words!!!
I second that!
i love your videos so much ❤️❤️ you’re so informative. great video gorgeous 💕
Megan Kohl thank you sis!!
Great info Penn, and loved the demo!
Life with Lillie thank you!!!
Penn you are so knowledgeable! Thank you for sharing
Thank you for being here! 💜
Today I had my first at home needle treatment with the Dr. Pen A6s.
Wow! What for a device!
16 super fine needles and the treatment was with .5mm deepness.
No pain, absolutely tolerable and now I'm very excited, can´t wait for tomorrow morning to see the result ;)
Best regard from Germany :D
That’s wonderful!!
hello where can i buy a genuine dr penn from not a fake chinease brand as when i have brought replacement heads for my A1 penn i cannot seem to find the real heads
Thank you for such a clear, informative video and listing the links of where to buy everything 👍
Nice review. Very informative and straight to the point
YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL. Thank you so for sharing all of this valuable info!
You did a great job on this video!!!
thorough information and to the point. thank you.
I always come back to this video for your excellent instruction thank you 🎉
Great info. I’m a 55 year old man. Love hitting the weights but every time I look in the mirror I look tired or upset. I went to my first micro needling treatment. It wasn’t bad. Love your channel.
Hi Drew!
I’m so glad you’re here 😊
The great think with needling is the skin gets better and better over time. I’m glad you chose to give it a shot!
Happy Sunday!
💜Penn
I'm new to your channel and i really liked this video. I have been wanting to try this so thanks for the great info.
Cathy L welcome! I’m so glad you’re here:)
Hi Penn. Great video! I have changed my opinions about dermarolling. To me, it seems like there is research that it does work to repair indented scars but I’m not really finding evidence that it works for fine lines and wrinkles. I also think that using a DR at home can be dangerous as, if the needles don’t go in perfectly, the needles can tear the skin and cause small scars. From now on, in terms of my face, I’m not going to use the DR at home. Thanks also for the tip on only using the .05 once a month though. I appreciated learning that. You are a great resource! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
FiftyPlusBeauty I agree....and the sad truth is that MANY rollers are shoddy and can do much more damage than good. We learned that “over” rolling (too often, too deep etc) actually can cause collagenase (not good). I’m a firm believer in collagen induction but feel it can be dangerous at home.
I always want people to feel empowered.....so I try to share best practices but hope people are careful!
Thank you for watching!!
Xoxoxo
You always have the best professional direction.. 100% on leaving the skin alone after the procedure.. ))
Thank you! 😊
I think that fullerene is a must to complete the treatment
Its amazing how you explain so clear👍👍👍
You video was excellent!!!!!! Thoroughly explain!!!!!
Thank you! Very helpful.
You look like Gisele Bundchen in your thumbnail picture!!! You so pretty Penny! Such a fan! Yeeesss girl
Hugely helpful video! I have been getting skin pens from my med spa for a few years now and I’m ready to try it at home.
You gave me so much good info on proper technique!! Thank you.
What serums do you use please?
Thanks for this informative video. I spritz rose water on my face, all day, after.
Excellent info!!! Thank you.
Hi Penny, This was another great informative video. I DR weekly with a .25. I am going to change to a .5 every 4 weeks. Do you use the pen anywhere on your eyes? xoxo, Cindi
I love when ur videos pop up on my RUclips screen 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍! U are the best!
So kind, thank you!
I thank God I found this channel...I was following another one and the girl is not a esthetician so I thought ok... someone like me...then she said her age.... she's a year older than me and looks 15yrs older than me...also I was giving her tips for the wrinkles she was complaining about and that she doesn't smoke but has them...I smoked for 15 years and don't have them and she answered back all mis know it all and I just can't deal with people like that. So I said bye bye lol. And helloooo to you you wonderful life saver 😂. Great video, learned even more today. Thank you 😊
Hi Penny Thanks for such informative videos! I am 53 and dealing with aging skin plus adult acne with some mild acne scarring. I have started Microneedling with my Dr. Pen and I’d like to use the TCA CROSS technique to address deeper scars, (I have done a 15% TCA peel with no adverse reactions previously. What are appropriate intervals for the best result?
Best and amazing video!
Thank you so much for this video. God Bless you.
Much appreciated!
This was very well presented. Thank you. ❣️
You are so welcome!
Excellent tutorial.
Just subscribed what a great and simple video thanks Pen
That one is several years old and I was learning but the info is still good (except I touched my face too much....it is challenging filming and treating at the same time 😊)
Thank you for your kindness, I’m so glad you’ve joined our community! 💜
You are the best !!!!❤❤❤
Super helpful video. Thanks so much!
Thank *you* for being here! 💜
Excellent info regarding how often
First off, great videos! I subscribed after watching 1 then started to binge! Second, I wanted to know if what depth would be appropriate for lower butt/thighs/legs and wrinkles right above knees? I have 36 needle cartridges which I think are appropriate for these areas and the tiny instruction booklet says 1.5-2.0 for stretch marks and 2-2.5 for surgical and burn scars (and up to 2 for facial scars). There really isn't anyting for larger (thicker skinned?) body parts, but I have seen before and afters on legs and want to give it a try! If you are familiar with it, how many treatments do you think I (my husband!) will have to do on my legs? Should I use a numbing cream? I assume the same 4-6 week wait period in between is appropriate. Thanks for your help!!!!
Just discovered microneedling (yes I must have been living under a rock) and you researching non invasive treatments for aging skin. Thank you for all your information, I'm super excited to see what it can do for me. The one question I can't find an answer to in my research is this...if I am immunocomprimised can I safely microneedle?
Excellent video. I would like to share this in the description box of my latest Derma Rolling video if you don't mind. I talk about the importance of using a good quality derma roller. When I started rolling I had no idea the difference and learned the hard way. Happy New year!
Monika McGillicuddy how kind! Of course you can share it! I’m flattered 😍
Happy new year!
No wonder my skin isnt recovering.. My roller is metaal barbs. 7 days later and still red and dry.
Thank you!
Thank you for all of the fantastic information! I was also wondering who made your darling top in this video please :-)
Thank you!!!
Great video 👍🏼Thank you
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Collagen induction therapy is all the rage now. We know that a microneedling treatment and using a dermaroller can help those of us over 40 with mature skin....over 50 with mature skin...look younger! These are my tips to getting the best results possible whether you dermaroll or microneedle. I demo the procedure for you as well. If you are interested in learning how to look younger and how to encourage your own collagen production then check out this video!
OK I have had a lot of questions about what pen you can buy, and I found a pen that looks good. I wanted to find a pen with replacement cartridges. It is SO important that you are sanitary when you needle.
Products Mentioned in this Video:
Numbing Cream 5% Lidocaine (if you are doing .5mm numbing makes it MUCH more tolerable!!)
amzn.to/328AulK
Alcohol wipes
amzn.to/3lg7vDJ
Disposable Headbands:
amzn.to/3wvqHBl
Microneedling Pen (A6):
amzn.to/3ttugs4
Dr Pen A6 Replacement Cartridges 12 Pin
amzn.to/3LazJtp
UK LINK TO Dr Pen A6
amzn.to/3ARTh1q
UK Replacement 12 Pin Cartridges for A6:
amzn.to/3jRvKIj
A GREAT Hyaluronic Acid serum:
amzn.to/2YAG49H
Dermaroller for nano rolling .25mm
amzn.to/3DWvnT5
Dermaroller .5mm
amzn.to/3q1huOE
Denture Tablets/retainer cleaner to soak roller:
amzn.to/3PkbTPm
Clearista for flakes day 3-6:
amzn.to/2SPAXjp
Favorite Sunscreen for day after needling and beyond (I love the high purity niacinamide in this sunscreen!)
Elta MD UV Clear:
amzn.to/2KyRC7F
Find more microneedling supplies on Amazon
In the US amzn.to/3ylsI4u
In the UK amzn.to/3ReO5NK
Some links are affiliate, if you choose to shop through them I may earn a commission.
You"re sooooo amazing. Thank you:-)
I’m so glad you made another video for Beginners. I picked up more info as I missed some info last time. So you don’t use it on your nose ? And why can’t you clean the needle and use it on your own skin a face again?
Great tutorial, thank you so much, I’m considering buying an A6 Dr.pen and I have few more questions- what about acne scars ? I’m 37 so I am losing tightness and elasticity of my skin but my cheeks are scarred ( medium deep I’d say)shall I use longer needles than 0.5 for cheeks arrea ? If yes , is 4 weeks treatment rhythm still ok? The other question is when would you use long needles -2.5 ?and finally what does the needle quantity mean ? It’s possible to buy 9/12/ 36/42 needles , which amount is best ? Thank you for your time
I love your videos! I am a registered nurse who loves the science behind skincare products and treatments. Excellent explanation of the skin layers, and how micro-needling triggers collagen induction. I have a question: if 0.5 works for collagen stimulation why go up to 1.0 or higher? Will u have a stronger response with 1.0? Would love to hear your feedback!!!! ❤️
Theoretically, yes (stronger response).
I usually am looking for a vascular response so I go only as deep as I need to (some believe the deeper the better, I am more inclined to do as little literal damage as possible). So once I get pin-point bleeding and a nice pink flush I go no deeper.
Acne scarring and that kind of thing does require going deeper.
I’m so glad you’re here! My best friend is a nurse (NICU) and I almost went that route myself (after my undergrad I did bridge classes to apply to nursing school, like A&P and Nutrition and ultimately ended up in cosmetology school, go figure lol!)
I hope that helps :)
I should do an updated microneedling video, this was an early video of mine and I feel like I could answer so many more questions now (bc people have asked).
I hope you have a great week!
💜
I love your professional advise question why will the chest will get so red and burning after 2 days after? And what to do to calm it?
Thanks for info. I got mine. Excited to use. But not arrived yet. Bought with it the vitamin c c and hylorolinc acid serum. :-)
Hi Penny, thanks for this great video! I started the Nira 2 weeks ago every night and just received the myolift microcurrent and did my first session. How do I combine needling, laser and microcurrent?
Great video! I'm glad I found you. I am a medical esthetician and I just purchased my microneedling pen. I went through a 4 hour class of CIT training. My question is if it can be done over botox and /or fillers? And any specific filler like bellafill? Is there a waiting period? The training didn't touch on this and I didn't think about it at the time. I love anteage also! I have my clients on that also! I plan to use it for the microneedling.
Good morning! So exciting to have another advanced Aesthetician here!
Yes you can definitely needle over filler and Botox. If I have a client on a series of microneedling I will needle them just before their Botox or at least 2 weeks after. Same for filler. I am careful around the lips though when they have filler-I don’t go too deep (.25 to .5 Max). And AnteAge.....so so good!!!
Great Video!!!
I dermaroll once every 4-6 weeks with .5 on the face and chest and 1 mm on the rest of the body. I also don’t put anything on after the needling, not until the next day!
Great Videos!! Question. Is it a good idea to drag up and down without lifting pen or is it dangerous to do it that way. Just curious. I just did mine exactly like your video. Thanks
I do have stretchmarks on my inner arms, what depth would you recommend? Thank you!
Very helpful!
Very informative. Thank you
Thank you for watching! 💜
Great video! I just have a question about needles. I received some nano needles and I have a quite big scar on my face and don't know if is this nano needles good enough or should I go for 36 pin?
Yesssss girl!!! I love this!!! I'm absolutey goning to be more regular with this!!! I'm glad to hear .5 will stimulate collagen! So I could buy a pen and do it at home? I have rollers! So happy to spend time with my girl this morning!!! Love you gorgeous!! xoxoxo!!
KathysBeautyCareChats I’m researching retail pens! I bought mine professionally but I’ll see what I can find!!
How about this? www.mdneedlepen.com/shop/md-needle-pen/
Hi Penn. I love your videos. I would like to know if I can use it under my eyes to reduce bags and dark circles?. Kisses from Perú.
I'm about to start but I want to have my serums and sunscreens and I dont know which are better
Penn, I just found u!! Yay!!! What micro pen do u recommend? I have been using the roller for some time. But would love to switch over to the pen. Can you recommend some. There’s a few out there. Skinmedix? But it doesn’t say the mm .5 etc.
I’m finding it hard to find the layer that your referring to in 2:10
I loved this now i like the pen , can you you put the derm pens link and hydrolic acid ,explain the needles cost
Hello Penn! I watched both of your videos and just wanted some clarification on the process. 1) clean & wash off makeup 2) use alcohol wipes 3) apply numbing cream 4) use HA 5) microneedle. 6) use more HA. Is this correct??? I am wanting to make the purchases today:-). I saw the links to all the products except for HA. Do you have a specific rec for the HA???
can I use the Penn on areas I got fillers and botox, thank u
Thank you❤️
Great video! Do you recommend slightly deeper for the neck since the skin is thicker ? Maybe 1 mm?
A brilliant video, thank you. I would like to repost if you don’t mind. Love your content
Rima Vanhill-seal you are so kind!!
Of course I watch this now and want to tell myself not to touch my face 😬
But I was doing this on the fly at home lol trying to explain 😁
Of course you can share, that is so nice of you!!
So would you recommend the pink flush skin as well for microneedling stretch marks?
Love your channel and really trust your opinion. I do have a serious health question, but I know that it won’t apply to most of your viewers. So I understand if you don’t answer. I’m about your age, 47, and have always been very careful and stayed out of the sun. But, unfortunately, I became very sick 19 years ago after the birth of my second child and was given only a 5% chance of survival. My condition was extremely rare and at the time (2000) I was only the 105th person in the world to receive the life saving transplant that I did. Over the past 19 years, I’ve had over twenty major surgeries, 4 total transplants and spent months in comas and years in the hospital and icu. If you don’t know, hospital air is horrific for your skin. I already have incredibly dry skin, meaning the driest of dry. Add hospital air and the fact that I lost my entire small intestine-all 25 feet, which is solely responsible for the absorption of nutrients and water, and my skin truly suffered. I heard what you said about your mom and how after getting two bags of iv fluid in the hospital she looked ten years younger. That is true for most people who become dehydrated. But because my now transplanted intestine doesn’t absorb food or liquid as it would if it was the one I was born with, and I also lost my kidney due to the immunosuppressant drugs I take in order not to reject the intestine, I deal with mal to non absorption. In order to survive, I get anywhere from one, up to four bags of iv fluid every day. Now that I’m using the urea moisture lotion you recommend, as well as hyalauronic acid, vit c, niacinimide, peptides, growth hormones, and retin a, I decided to begin microneedling. I got the Dr. Pen A6 and just did my first cosmetic needling. Love it, but now I’m rethinking and wondering if it’s safe. If I do CIT, or even just cosmetic, injuring the skin and causing my body to “heal”, will that increase my white blood cells? I’m concerned obviously about anything that could improve my immune system. I purposely take drugs to wipe out my immune system in order for my body not to perceive my transplanted intestine and kidney as foreign objects and reject them. In addition, because I do this, I’m at a much higher risk of infections of any sort. Is this a question you feel you can answer or that possibly the doctor you work with could answer? Thanks again for all your videos and advice. I truly have gotten so much from you. I only wish there was something even more that I could do about my dry skin. Urea and hyalauronic are wonderful, but I’m still incredibly dry. Blonde, blue eyed and fair skin-dry, dry. I live in hotlanta, on the river, so I’m in warm, very humid temperatures all the time. But it’s never enough. I could never survive in a dry climate. 😘 Thanks again for everything! You’re amazing!
So you think it is good to use the pen and also the roller? And can you say what brands you use?