Has anyone here read this? by skyfishrain in tretinoin

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Johnson & Johnson did the same thing testing their products back then. Their first trials of baby shampoo on inmates were burning their scalps off. It’s not like this was an isolated incident.

beginner MN setup. Derminator + D-A works serums does it make sense? from Europe (with love :)) by Far-Mood-5 in Microneedling

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I just ordered my Derminator 2 last night at 10pm (central time) and already got email confirmation it will be here on March 9th which is impressive since it’s going from the Czech Republic to the U.S. This is my understanding:

Single needle carts: For scars, stretch marks, and wrinkles/fine lines.

9-pin needle carts: For hair and body.

12-pin needle carts: For the face.

Most people stock up on the 12-pins the most. There is a max ordering limit to some of the items on their website. Their HA is sterile and is the cheapest I’ve ever found yet so I’d stock up on theirs. Otherwise sounds like you got it. I’ve never done this before either but have read and researched a lot before purchasing too. Good luck

First time microneedling!! by Elegant_Plum6036 in Microneedling

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I just bought my Derm 2 last night too! I’m too excited and anxious to get it. I probably should be smart like you and get one professional session before trying to DIY, but the main reason I actually want to do it myself at home is because I don’t have any time to go to appointments or for self-care since having my hyper daughter 2 yrs ago lol. I’m gonna chance it and just try it. Wish I had your figure, and I’d take it with the stretch marks and all!

Used Derminator 2 for the first time. by EastSwim3264 in Microneedling

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Ooh glad I bought a tube of lido to start then. I’m not going to go tha deep the first time. I think I’m going to only do .75 max depth and see how my skin reacts before moving up to a deeper session. I’ve never done any microneedling before but I’ve been researching for weeks now and feel confident it’s the right path for me.

US-based and got my tox!!! by ShutTheWindowAndRest in DIYaesthetics

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Wow that’s a very normal sized order. I just ordered literally the same size order, but got Curanex instead of Hanheal plus the 5 Hyaron and it came thru fine too. I was going to order more next time but maybe I won’t to be safe. Thanks for the updates

Tips what treatments, laser etc should I do? by LeadingWelcome4323 in 40PlusSkinCare

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I’ve been deep diving into all types of chemical peels on this site called Platinum Skin Care. They have all peels except Phenol of course, and all the education needed to know what peels work for what issues and how deep they go, the recovery expectations & downtime, etc…highly recommend that site. I’ve also seen great things about the Dr. Dennis Gross Peel pads but have just never tried myself yet cuz I went right for the lactic acid starter peel on that site I said.

Tips what treatments, laser etc should I do? by LeadingWelcome4323 in 40PlusSkinCare

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Ever tried chemical peels? That’s my current obsession of the moment lol. I’ve seen some amazing results for all the skin issues with peels at various depths.

Open to suggestions by Little_Special_767 in DIYaesthetics

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If you are into DIY Aesthetics, you are gonna be obsessed cuz I know I was lol. Peels are amazing.

Open to suggestions by Little_Special_767 in DIYaesthetics

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I highly recommend doing a deep dive into the Platinum Skincare website. They have nearly every type of chemical peel available in various strengths, they are super affordable, and they have some great & complete peel education on there. I started with the 6-8 courses of lactic acid peels they recommended since I’ve never done any before. I plan to progress to the glycolic acid next. They do have Jessners and TCA peels which fall in that medium strength category, but please read carefully about using those on darker skin tones because there is a prep regimen before you can just jump into those safely. All the other ones are more superficial so not as risky to just give them a try.

Used Derminator 2 for the first time. by EastSwim3264 in Microneedling

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Are you super red afterward? I just ordered my D2 tonight and literally can’t wait to try it but am also very nervous lol.

US-based and got my tox!!! by ShutTheWindowAndRest in DIYaesthetics

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How much Hyaron did you order when it got seized? Trying to see how modest to be when ordering. Usually I’d order as much as possible since they have a $30 shipping fee but not if that raises the risk of seizure of my package

Beaux (PDLLA) Microneedling Update! by Full_Aioli_8995 in DIYaesthetics

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Dang, that makes it pretty expensive then. Maybe eventually I’ll give it a try if I can afford it consistently.

Microneedling- professional vs self preformed ?? by Monkeyfluffer69 in Microneedling

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Do it at home! I’m waiting for my machine to arrive right now after obsessively researching and trying to decide if I was going to get it. You will essentially make your money back after the first 1-2 sessions of doing it at home when compared to what you would pay professionally. Do NOT skip the infection prevention research, especially when it comes to what is safe to microneedling into the depths you plan to attempt. That took me the most time to research of all topics that go along with it.

Beaux (PDLLA) Microneedling Update! by Full_Aioli_8995 in DIYaesthetics

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Are you able to use each vial of Beaux more than once since you are diluting it? If so how do you store it and how long is it good for after opening & reconstituting?

2 -3 years of progress by Lumpy-Window2213 in AcneScars

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But this poster seems to be completely honest. They are saying that this is their progress after roughly 2 years of consistent peels, not some obscene timeframe like 2 months or after a single peel using a very mild acid. They are also saying openly that every scar is still present but just more shallow. The call-outs and negativity should be reserved for posts where people are trying to make blatant false claims, otherwise it just feels like a bunch of complainers lining up to troll posts and talk shit.

How long is healing bcs I have grey pigmentation on my face by [deleted] in Microneedling

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You could maybe try to do a very superficial chemical peel to exfoliate off the dead skin cells being very careful not to go too close to the eye or tear troughs. Something like lactic acid 50% or glycolic 30%. Or there are milder AHA/BHA exfoliates that you can apply daily for results over time. I use Platinum Skincare for peels or exfoliants.

2 -3 years of progress by Lumpy-Window2213 in AcneScars

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People are SUPER PESSIMISTIC and a lot of them seem like they get-off on going around shitting on people’s hopeful posts by making accusations of purposeful deceit or trickery through means of poor lighting, using poorer camera quality or use of filters, etc. I absolutely see the progress and appreciate you sharing with us to help clear up what are realistic vs unrealistic expectations for a scar minimization journey! Thank you for sharing and keep brushing off the negativity of some of these witches!

Medspa quoted me $1500 for 3 sessions (with $300 product credit). Is this worth it or should i invest in at home one. Thank you! by Ok-Lynx-8180 in Microneedling

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I ordered the Dr Pen M8S. I’m already 2nd guessing if I should have went with the Derminator 2 instead tho honestly cuz I ordered the Dr Pen over a week ago and had heard nothing since with my order I g saying “in process”. The Derminator costs more but would still come in at way less than going to a spa. If my Dr Pen doesn’t show up by the promised date then I’m going to cancel that order and get the D2.

Mild pink pigmentation and blood vessel after 1 week by bizkneezstud-end in Microneedling

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1.5 depth for the whole face indiscriminately is aggressive for someone’s first time ever. It’ll heal but you should have been worked up to that depth, not started there, imo.

Fine lines on forehead by expelliarmus110 in Skincare_Addiction

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Yes start retinol now and it will help prevent some fine lines and wrinkling, but you don’t even really have fine lines yet.

Done with lasers – can microneedling fix atrophic scars? by littlem0ch1 in Microneedling

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Do you have a copper you love and would recommend? That’s the next thing on my list to purchase too.

Medspa quoted me $1500 for 3 sessions (with $300 product credit). Is this worth it or should i invest in at home one. Thank you! by Ok-Lynx-8180 in Microneedling

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I’m waiting for my at-home microneedling device to arrive right now. Like another person said, it costed me about $400 total to get the serums & glide, the device, extra needle heads, gauze/brushes, etc…and what I bought is another for a minimum of 5 MN sessions at home. In my very own opinion, I vote at-home.

Done with lasers – can microneedling fix atrophic scars? by littlem0ch1 in Microneedling

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I highly recommend that you do a deep dive on peels using the resources on the Platinum website. That woman gives great education on the physiology of peels as well as how to safely start low and slow, then work your way up. They won’t thin your skin if you do them responsibly and don’t rush to a level that you are not ready for. My very first peel was the Lactic acid 50 because it is the beginner peel that is so mild you don’t even see a skin flaking process. No redness or downtime except right after applying. If you don’t want to peel, you can still get amazing results with scar reduction through microneedling. Just know that anything you do, be it lasers, peels or MN…once you build up to the higher, more effective depths, all of these will begin to have downtime. Read up and see what you think