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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: Oil cleansing method to get rid of blackheads

« on: September 12, 2013, 08:34:24 PM »

OMG Sarah! You are a wealth of great information!

When I started dermarolling. I was on a quest to take care of myself eating right and take care of my health and skin. I started dermarolling and oil cleansing method (OCM) around the same time (beginning of May 2013). Prior to dermarolling and OCM, I started using Tazorac around Feb 2013 with little success, but for real effect, it should take many months. Anyhow, when I started dermarolling, OCM, Tazorac, facial serums (with ingredients such as vitamin C, Vitamin B3, l-carnosine. l-carnitine, l-glutathione and Super Oxide dismutase and DMAE). I really see improvement. I cannot say that one of these solely responsible to the improvement, since I didn't do a scientific test with a control and introduce one factor at a time. But, I theorize that OCM really responsible for pores size reduction. I never dermaroll my nose and I've washed and used serum on my nose without seeing any changes in pore size until I started OCM. My nose is the place where I can deduce that OCM really works at pore size reduction due to unclogging of oily sebum by performing OCM.

First I tried mixture of castor oil and olive oil. I found out that my skin really doesn't like olive oil, as I would get a few small acne afterward. So, I tried mixture of castor oil and coconut oil. My skin likes this combination but the coconut oil keeps solidifying and make it hard to dispense. So currently I'm using mixture of castor oil and grape seed oil, and this combination really works for me. My skin loves it, but I like to wash my face afterward with facial wash with salicylic acid. After 5 months of doing, it really helps with my pore size. And, I can tell that the texture and discoloration of my skin really improve because of dermarolling, Tazorac and facial serums. I will give an update with pic on my skin condition after 6 months of dermarolling.

Lastly, thank you for hosting this site and the great products especially the microneedling tools.

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: To Sarah: What would you recommend for my skin?

« on: June 27, 2013, 08:44:25 PM »

@NoMoScars:  I used to have a lot of hyperpigmentation when I had a lot of acne. I'm not familiar with MSM, but the thing that was and has been helpful for my hyperpigmentation is retin A. And, for the past few months, I have found that vitamin C has really brighten my skin and also help with hyperpigmentation as well. The great thing about these two products is that they are compatible with dermarolling and stamping. I'm lucky that these two are enough to keep my skin clear and even-toned.

A friend of mine has stubborn hyperpigmentation spots. Retin A alone hasn't been enough for her. She uses a combination of retin A and hydroquinone 4%, and it lightens those spots. If the hyperpigmentation causes by melanin, the hydroquinone will work, but the skin will become really photo-sensitive. If you haven't tried retin A and vitamin C, you should definitely try it. I don't know whether hydroquinone is compatible with dermarolling, but I'm sure people have mentioned on the board somewhere.

To answer your question, I'm lucky that I don't have hyperpigmentation from needling. I'm searching for a good physical sunscreen (as opposed to chemical ones). It contains zinc oxide. When I found one I like, I'll let you know. I will definitely update my progress with my pics. I'll keep you posted. 

If you decide to start on retin A, start with 0.025% and see how your skin takes it. I remembered when I started on 0.025%, my skin can tolerate it. So my dermatologist increased it to 0.05% and then 0.1%. You will have to try and see the frequency that will work for you. I apply mine every 4 days - 6 days, but my skin can barely take 0.1% so when my current 0.1% runs out, I'll stick with 0.05%. The thing about all of these regimens is care, I believe. When I lost interest in taking care of myself, I really wasn't consistent with the retin A. Until I'm becoming consistent with retin A, vitamin C and now dermarolling, I can see the result. I know I can't stop aging, but I can really slow the speed of it.

You have shown that you care for your skin improvement by stop smoking and now dermarolling. You will see even more improvement if you are patient and consistent. I really believe it. Good luck with your skin improvement journey!

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: Documenting dermastamping/dermaneedling progress

« on: June 27, 2013, 04:24:45 PM »

@NoMoScars:  I can see improvement in your skin tone. You look great! We are starting to stamp and roll at around the same time, and I also see improvement in my skin too. I will update my progress with picture after 6 months. I think your idea of adding 0.5mm is a good idea. Since I last posted on your thread, I've been stamping and rolling with 1.5mm every 3 weeks. During that time, I make a note of how my skin heal after stamping/rolling. I noticed that my skin healed quite well so I have added 0.5 mm rolling every week, and it helps with my skin texture. I am increasing the frequency to twice a week for 0.5mm rolling. I don't expect any adverse effect and hope to see even more improvement.

First you stopped smoking and now you have great skin. What's next? 

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: I LOVE Infadolan! Anyone else?!!

« on: June 27, 2013, 02:20:31 PM »

@Sarah:  Thanks for the information on the "fan club." I'm a new official fan of the ointment as well. I'm glad to hear that many people like Infadolan like me.

By the way, after the third dermarolling experience with 1.5mm stamp and roller, my skin looks better. I am also starting to roll my skin with 0.5 mm every week, after I know how my skin heals with longer needles.  My scars look shallower. The texture of my skin look smoother. It is improving. I'll update with my picture after 6 months.

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: I LOVE Infadolan! Anyone else?!!

« on: June 27, 2013, 01:56:45 PM »

Hi Chrissy1:

I may not be the most knowledgeable person on this, but retinyl acetate and vitamin D are not the only ingredients in Infadolan. It also contains white wax, lanolin and petrolatum. I like the ointment especially after rolling and stamping because of its occlusive and non-anti-inflammatory properties. I wouldn't want to roll or stamp while the ointment is on my skin because (1) I don't want wax, lanolin and petrolatum to be pushed into my wounded skin and (2) it would be difficult to clean and disinfect the stamp and dermaroller afterward. I just like the ointment to sit on the skin and perform as an occlusion while providing collagen building vitamin A to the wounded skin. I found that my skin heals really well with the ointment.

I previously did some searching and reading on the internet about copper peptides:
https://http://www.smartskincare.com/treatments/topical/copper.html

I also found a scientific paper on it as well, but I can't find it now. Based on what I've read, copper peptides is good for wound healing which is applicable to dermarolling aftercare. It just has to be used at very low percentage. I guess some people may like it more because it's not greasy and occlusive. For me, it's just my preference to have the grease occluding my needled skin from the environment.

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / I LOVE Infadolan! Anyone else?!!

« on: June 18, 2013, 06:02:42 PM »

I have just did my third  dermarolling session today. I will update with my photos before and after when I see very obvious improvement. So far the improvement is subtle, and I'm very happy with the result. Anyhow, I have found that I am so in love with Infadolan. Thank you Sarah for introducing me to this wonderful ointment. I have found so many uses for it. I applied it around my eye. I have dry skin patches on my body, and this ointment is GREAT for these dry patches, including eczema patches. I also applied to scratches and small cuts and it really help the healing process. The vitamin A in the ointment is high enough to help the healing of the skin not just dermarolled skin.

I found this thread of other people who also love Infadolan:
https://http://forums.owndoc.com/dermarolling-microneedling/amazed-at-infadolan/msg4505/#msg4505

Anybody else love this wonderful ointment?!!

To Sarah:  Please consider stocking your store with 100g size of Infadolan.

Thank you!!!!

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: "Inhibitory effects of vitamin E on collagen synthesis and wound repair" ?

« on: May 02, 2013, 06:37:23 PM »

Hi Not Sarah here, but I hope you don't mind my reply.

Here is what I found that may answer your question about vitamin E and other anti-inflammatory substances. See Sarah's second reply to the following link:

https://http://forums.owndoc.com/dermarolling-microneedling/product-usage-help/msg4825/#msg4825

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: Documenting dermastamping/dermaneedling progress

« on: May 02, 2013, 06:17:14 PM »

Hi NoMoScars!

Yes, we do have similar looking scars. I am still waiting for my stamp and roller. I can't wait to start!

I am also happy to have found this site as a resource too. I was seriously considering an ablative type of laser treatment, but I was once told by a dermatologist that my type of skin has higher tendency to scar from laser type treatment.  So, I haven't, and it's also expensive. You can imagine when I found this site. I got more excited as I read different posts from different people. Some of them have similar problems as mine and see improvement.

Please keep me posted on your experience. I will update mine after 6-12 months, or maybe earlier if I can see visible differences.

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: To Sarah: What would you recommend for my skin?

« on: May 02, 2013, 06:03:27 PM »

Hello NoMoScars, and welcome to the forum!

I'm glad you've decided to join the forum and document your personal experience.

I'm guilty of learning a lot from other people experience but haven't really made a contribution for other's benefits until I posted my pic. I am very happy that my post encourages you to do the same. I will definitely update my experience after I a few sessions. I also will be curious of your progress as well, especially we have similar scarring. Please keep me posted!


geijutsu12:  No worries. After I read your reply, I know why. With work schedule like yours, I can't blame you. I hope you will find a strategy that will allow you to take care of yourself despite the schedule.

Reading your reply, I am making note to myself to not do BHA peel. I actually haven't used any BHA products because Tazorac and Vitamin C serum are keeping my skin red and irritated already. I am taking it easy on these products for a few days, but they really do work. I just have to really pay attention to my skin of when I can used them.

Also, I'm glad to hear that you see result with just two sessions, especially after the more aggressive treatment. I will follow your and Sarah's advise to just go easy and see how my skin likes it and go from there.

I can't wait to receive my stamp and roller. According to USPS, it's still somewhere between the Europe and the US.

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: To Sarah: What would you recommend for my skin?

« on: May 01, 2013, 03:19:01 PM »

Thank you for the recommendation. I've already put in the order and can't wait to start rolling and stamping.

I am still 39, but I am closer to 40 than 39. I wish I were in my mid twenties. However, I am grateful for your comment.

Yes, the redness on my face is from Tazorac. I mistakenly applied Tazorac two days consecutively. I won't be doing that again!

I'll post update after 6-12 months of rolling.

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: To Sarah: What would you recommend for my skin?

« on: April 28, 2013, 05:49:57 PM »

Sarah:

No worries. After I read your Candida and Fungal and Skin Infection boards, it makes me very grateful of my own situations. I've also learned a lot about Candida that I might order Lufenuron with roller/stamp. I need to do more reading on the board while trying to see if it would be applicable for me.

Thank you for all the time and efforts you put into this site and quality control of all the products offered. I really appreciate it.

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / Re: To Sarah: What would you recommend for my skin?

« on: April 25, 2013, 01:08:22 PM »

Dear Geijutsu12:

Your and other people inputs are always welcome, especially someone with similar skin and skin conditions as mine. I shouldn't have made the post so exclusive. So, if anyone reading this, please comment, especially someone with similar skin conditions. Your experience can help me and others who's reading this post.

Thank you for the advice on the roller, stamp, and topical products usage--they are very helpful! I am actually taking many dietary supplements daily. I am eating as much whole food as much as I can. I am reducing the portion of food because I don't burn them as much as my younger years. I also start to exercise again.

Thank you for the compliment! I think I owe my great skin to my mom. She has GREAT skin for her age! I hope to improve mine with derma rolling.

Geijutsu12:  How long have you been derma rolling? How many sessions did you do before you start seeing results? What is your protocol? Every 3-4 weeks, roll with 1.5mm and stamp deeper scars with 1.5mm? How many rolls do you do per area? How many stamps do you do per deeper scars? Do you use 1.5mm roller on your forehead too? Do you roll with 0.5mm in between the 3-4 weeks of 1.5mm treatment?

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Dermarolling / Microneedling / To Sarah: What would you recommend for my skin?

« on: April 25, 2013, 05:51:36 AM »

Hi Sarah:

Thank you for this board. I've learned a lot from all the information posted here and all the pdf documents, but I still have a problem selecting the right products for my skin condition. I'm not sure what kind of scars I have or if my skin is thick or tough.

Background:  I'm 40 years old. I had bad acne problem in the past. I used Tazorac 0.1% for many years stopped for the past 5-6 years due to lack of attention to myself and life in general. I recently make a goal to nurture myself, and notice that my skin has gotten older and doesn't look so good. So, I have just restarted using Tazorac 0.1% for about 4 months. I'm using it every 2-3 days. I'm also using 15% Vitamin C E and Ferulic Acid Serum everyday (under Tazorac).

See my picture below. What would you recommend for my skin condition?

Thank you!