Ok, so I totes love working on my face as much as possible. I love lasering the sh*t out of it, getting facials, getting cryo facials, using different serums, getting chemical peels, trying new products, getting botox…really anything that will help me ease into aging a little more gracefully, I’m into it. But because I’m aging and the collagen and elastin in my body are decreasing with time, more fine lines and ice pick are beginning to pop up. And I’m not a fan.
I go to my esthetician regularly (you can see my favorite treatments and products here), trying to get in once a month, but I asked her if there was anything I could do at home to help more with the aging signs. That’s when she handed me a .25mm microneedle! She said she uses hers daily and her skin is truly magnificent! (if you are in Denver, I’ll have her information at the end of this post!)
Microneedling is a small handheld device with thin needles that creates tiny punctures in the top layer of the skin, which makes new collagen and elastin, and helps products penetrate deeper into the skin. Using a microneedle can improve:
- skin texture
- firmness
- scars
- pore size
- stretch marks
And since microneedling creates a pathway for topical treatments to get deeper into the skin, it should be combined with a product you love, like a vitamin rich serum or a peptide. Right now, I’m using a vitamin a treatment, but be careful using that if you are new to microneedling because it could be a little too harsh on the skin to start. There are a million different products out there to use, but after hearing multiple bloggers and friends recommend this youth oil, I think I will be adding that to my routine soon!
I created a short video for you guys to show how I use my .25mm microneedle but here is a little written review, as well!
- I wash my face with this mandelic acid cleanser
- I clean my face with mandelic acid pads
- I put my vitamin a treatment on my cheek and use my .25mm microneedle to roll 10 times vertically in each spot around my chin, mouth, cheek and eye, then horizontally and diagonally each way. Then I put the vitamin a treatment on once more in the spots I just rolled.
- Then I do my other cheek area. Then my forehead area. Then I fill in any spots that I missed (meaning they are not red).
- After I finish microneedling, I put on a prescribed hydroquinone cream to help reduce dark spots on the skin.
- Then I put on my night cream, neck cream and hand cream.
Remember, your face will be red and a bit tender, which is why I do it at night and not in the morning! And just a warning, you should do a test area first before you start any sort of regimen since an allergic reaction to the serum could happen.
They say that results can take up to 8 weeks to see, and I can’t say I see amazing results from my time spent using a microneedle on my own face. BUT I also don’t see results daily from the food I eat, or the time I spend in the gym, or the probiotics I take, or the collagen I drink. I trust all of those things to continue to work over time so I can age gracefully. And hopefully someday get rid of these ice pick scars that piss me the hell off!
If you are in the Colorado area, I HIGHLY recommend checking out my esthetician that has completely changed my skin. Every time I see her, my skin improves. My pore size looks better, my skin is softer, and the texture is smoother. And since I still deal with some adult acne, she always does a treatment that helps my acne out! She’s truly amazing! I am so lucky to have found her! And if you’re not in Denver, I’m working on having her on the podcast to talk about her background so hopefully you can find a trustworthy person in your area!
- Shawn at Cherry Hills Facial Aesthetics 720-459-7960
Remember that I am not a professional, a doctor or an esthetician. See a professional before starting any sort of regimen.
I know you talked about this briefly in your podcast but I can really tell a huge difference in your hair lately!! It just looks thicker and longer!! So healthy too 🙂 I started taking collagen and prenatal vitamins like you mentioned. Led to some interesting discussions at work lol.
I thought the same thing about Juli’s hair!! It’s literally the reason I purchased Vital Proteins collagen. Well that and who doesn’t want to look younger in general.
I hope you can do a podcast with her!
You’re just the best! “Hi Neighbor..” I’m dead. One of the many reasons I keep up with all of your jazz is because I think you’re a hilarious lady. Thanks for all of the free and fabulous information!
I’m half way through a tub of collagen and I’ve noticed a difference in how I feel for sure! Yay Vital Proteins. I also ordered Butcher Box and I’m so glad ???? we love it so far!!! Now I’ve gotta research needling. If Julie says it’s good I believe it!!!! Thanks lady. You’re the best.
How do you clean the microneedle? I have one of these as well but when I bought mine the reviews for it had conflicting opinions on the best way to clean them.
i talk about it in the video!
Thanks! That was very informative! I feel like I actually know how to use it now. 🙂
Literally read this, went to Amazon, and bought one! Rodan+Fields has been selling them for awhile as what of course is a ridiculously over-priced cost. It’ll be great prep for my wedding a year from now! Thanks for another great recommendation!
i heard they were super expensive. and from my experience, their sales team is excessively pushy which creeps me out so i never use their products
Juli, your makeup is on point! What eyeshadow and lipstick are you wearing?
lipstick – http://rstyle.me/cz-n/cmjcfkbq557 (this lipstick is my FAVORITE)
eyeshadow – http://rstyle.me/cz-n/bwf2qebq557
Hi! I have a question. Do you re-use the micro needle, or is it a one use product? Thanks!
reuse! i mention in the video that you can use it 10-15 times
I have been hoping you would do a post on this! I’m a skincare fanatic and love your skin regimen posts. I’ve been researching microneedling but have been hesitant to jump in because needles freak me out! Did it bother you at first or do you not really feel it? P.S. You are hilarious; please do more of these.
it’s annoying and a little painful but it’s not too bad! thanks for the love, cassie!
How often do you microneedle? I didn’t see that any where.
i try to every night but usually 3x a week because i get lazy
I just went for my first appointment with Shawn today! I can already tell that she is going to work some serious magic on my dull, acne scarred, sun damaged skin. I was seeing someone else in Denver who just wasn’t cutting it. Shawn really seems to know her stuff and is so thorough. I had a bunch of stuff done today and I can’t wait to go back! Of course she asked me who referred me and I said you and I’m fairly certain the way I talked about your skin, she must’ve thought we were BFFs! Nope just longtime blog reader and Instagram story stalker haha! Thanks a million for the recommendation!
she’s truly amazing!! i wish the whole world could see her because she works wonders!