Why Choose Procell Therapies Microchanneling?
How Does Microchanneling Work?
Microchanneling is an effective skin rejuvenation procedure for all skin conditions, including stretch marks, acne scars, and injury wounds. The working principle is the same as micro-needling, in that it increases the production of collagen, elastin, and other healing substances resulting in fresh and plump skin.
Collagen is a major component of skin and helps strengthen it, increase elasticity, and improve hydration. As your body ages, your collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles and dry skin. Similarly, elastin is a critical skin protein that is highly elastic and present in connective tissues. It helps the skin regain its shape after stretching and recoiling.
During your Microchanneling treatment, wire-based filaments are used to wound the outermost layer of dead skin. During the procedure, a stem cell-containing serum is fed through the channels into the skin to provide all the required nutrients to the cells and accelerate the repairing process to generate new skin cells quickly. It is less abrasive and considered superior to micro-needling.
Procell creates a biological interaction between damaged cells and healing cytokines. Mesenchymal stem cells contain DNA hardware to work towards wound healing, fighting disease, and rejuvenating skin. The cells excrete proteins called cytokines, which are like little packages of information.
When the Microchanneling creates a small injury in the skin, stem cells report to the area, or in this case, are applied on the treatment area to heal. Cell receptors in the injured area connect with the healthy cytokine into the damaged cells, allowing the healing to begin!
How Many Treatments Will I Need & How Often?
The number of Procell Therapies Microchanneling treatments depends on the individuals skin condition.
- Typically for Skin Rejuvenation treatments (Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Tightening, Crows Feet, etc.) 3-4 Treatments are required with each treatment done every 4 weeks.
- Scarring & Acne Scarring may require a minimum of 6 treatments with each treatment every 3-4 weeks.
- Stretch Marks may take 6-8 treatments with each treatment done every 4-6 weeks for optimal results.
Treatment should begin at .25mm or .5mm needle depth, graduating to longer needles as necessary. One could continue this series indefinitely and experience both corrective and anti-aging benefits.
What are the Benefits?
A single Procell treatment creates hundreds of thousands of micro-channels. In response to each micro-injury, an inflammatory healing process begins which initiates the formation of new collagen. Over time the repeated healing process begins which initiates the formation of new collagen. The repeated healing process improves the surface texture and overall appearance of the skin.
Procell Therapies Microchanneling is a unique well-researched treatment for skin rejuvenation with numerous benefits including:
- Reducing Acne & Scarring
- Stimulating the Production of Collagen, thus Tightening the Skin
- Improving the Appearance of Fine Lines & Wrinkles
- Reducing the Appearance of Crow’s Feet, Lip Lines, Forehead Lines & Frown Lines
- Improves Skin Tone & Texture
- Reducing the Appearance of Stretch Marks
- Reducing the Appearance of Surgical Scars
- Reducing the Appearance of Large Pores
- Restoring Sun Damaged Skin and Treating Hyperpigmentation and Melasma
- Improving the Appearance of Puffy Eyes
- Improving Rosacea by Strengthening the Skin
- Increasing the Absorption of Active Skincare Ingredients
- Reducing Excess Oil Production
Are You a Candidate for Procell Microchanneling?
Please Note: If you have a history of cold sores (herpes virus), consult your physician regarding appropriate prophylactic treatment before you receive a Procell Microchanneling, as it can activate cold sores. However, Procell Microchanneling will NOT give you cold sores if you do not already have the virus.
You are an ideal candidate for Microchanneling if you have any of the following:
- Hyperpigmentation
- Sunspots
- Aging
- Wrinkles
- Uneven skin texture
- Traumatic scars or stretch marks
- Acne scars
- Hair loss
- Moderate skin laxity
Procell Microchanneling is a very safe treatment for all skin tones. Individuals with the below contraindications, however, should NOT receive this treatment.
- Pregnancy/Nursing
- Uncontrolled Diabetes
- On Accutane or any related acne medication within the last six months
- Any active inflammatory skin condition e.g. eczema, psoriasis, infection, rash or any type of dermatitis at the treatment site
- Laser or deep chemical peel that removed the entire epidermis within last 18 months
- Newly done fillers within the last two weeks
- Scars that are less than 6 months old
- Keloids or raised scarring
- History of eczema, psoriasis and any other chronic skin conditions
- High blood pressure
- Presence of raised moles, warts or any raised lesions on the area to be treated
- Currently undergoing cancer treatment, or within the last six months
- Allergy to steel
- Chronic skin diseases
- Hemophilia
Aftercare Instructions & What to Expect:
- If you are given a mask, keep it on for at least 15-30 mins.
- Preferably, no other products are applied for 6-8 hours.
- Avoid exposure to pet dander and other irritants as best you can. You may experience a mild allergic reaction to pets and other things you typically do not react to within the first 24 hours.
- Use freshly clean pillow cases and bed sheets following the treatment.
- Your skin may feel hot and tight, like a mild sunburn.
- For your first treatment, (and treatments at .25mm in general) you can expect mild redness and swelling, and a tight, warm sensation for between 4-24 hours. Treatments with longer needle lengths may produce redness and swelling, along with tiny flecks of redness for between 4-72 hours.
- Trans-Epidermal Water Loss is a common temporary side effect and could leave you feeling dry throughout the first week. Keep the recommended moisturizer with you during the day and apply as frequently as necessary to avoid dryness.
- For Best Results, after 24-48 hours post-procedure: apply the Procell Cellular Renewal Serum and Healing Accelerator or any other skincare products that were recommended to you for your specific needs.
Cleanse first and apply 1-3 pumps each. Apply daily, morning and night.
In addition:
For the first Two Hours following the treatment, don’t touch your face, don’t put anything else on (besides the mask), and avoid sun exposure.
After 6-8 hours, you can apply a mild moisturizer.
Avoid sweating for the first 24 hours (No gym, sauna, swimming, spicy food, exercise)
No Retin-A, Retinol, vitamin C, BHA, AHA, or exfoliation for 5-7 days