MICRO-NEEDLING uses a Dermaroller®—a mechanical tool with several tiny needles on the surface—to cause micro-injuries to the dermis and thereby stimulate the skin’s healing response. As the needles puncture the dermis, the skin reacts by triggering the production of collagen and elastin, plumping the skin, and reducing the appearance of scars, fine lines, and other textural abnormalities. Unlike chemical peels, dermabrasions, and some laser treatments, micro-needling is non-ablative, meaning it leaves the top layer of skin intact. This reduces the recovery period significantly and allows for treatment on virtually any part of the body.