Derma Rolling / Micro-needling – Complete Guide

1. Introduction to Derma Rolling

Derma rolling, also called micro-needling, is a cosmetic skin treatment that uses a handheld roller with tiny, sterile needles to create controlled micro-injuries in the skin. These micro-channels stimulate collagen and elastin production, promoting smoother, firmer, and healthier-looking skin.

Micro-needling also enhances the absorption of serums and topical products, making them more effective.

2. Benefits of Derma Rolling

• Improves skin texture and tone

• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles

• Minimizes acne scars, pigmentation, and stretch marks

• Promotes hair growth on the scalp

• Enhances absorption of serums and growth factors

3. Do’s and Don’ts of Derma Rolling

Do’s ✅

• Clean your device thoroughly before and after use (warm water + 70% isopropyl alcohol)

• Cleanse your skin to remove makeup, oils, and dirt

• Apply hydrating serums or topical products after treatment

• Start with short needle lengths (0.25–0.5 mm) for home use

• Follow recommended treatment frequency to allow skin to heal

• Store your derma roller in a clean, dry case

• Consult a professional if unsure about needle length or technique

Don’ts ❌

• Do not share your device — risk of infection

• Do not use on broken, irritated, or inflamed skin

• Avoid strong acids, retinoids, or harsh treatments immediately after rolling

• Do not press too hard — needles should glide lightly

• Avoid sun exposure or tanning immediately after treatment

• Do not use needles longer than 1.5 mm at home — longer lengths are for professional use only

4. Needle Guide & Frequency

⚠ Longer needles (>1.5 mm) are for professional use only

0.25mm Derma Roller – No Pain feel – numbing cream will not be necessary

• Not intended for collagen induction good for improving creams & serums absorption – suitable for daily use.
• Can be used on thin skin
• Can be used to reduce big pores, oily skin and smoothes skin texture
• Can be used on all areas of the face, neck and body

0.5mm Derma Roller – Very little pain feel – numbing cream will not be necessary

• Fades fine lines and wrinkles
• Reduces not very deep acne scars
• Improves the appearance of uneven skin tone
• Reduces aging spots, sun spots and light hyper-pigmentation
• Prevents aging
• Smoothes out lines and skin texture
• Improves the absorption of skincare product
• Can be used on all areas of the face, neck and body

0.75 and 1mm Derma Roller – Numbing cream may be necessary if you have a sensitive feel

• Removes deep lines and wrinkles
• Reduces acne scars
• Removes stretch marks
• Improves the appearance of uneven skin tone
• Reduces aging spots and hyper-pigmentation
• Smoothes skin texture
• Improves the absorption of skin care products
• Can be used on all areas of the face, neck and body

2.0mm  Derma Roller – Numbing cream will be necessary

• Removes deep lines and wrinkles
• Reduces acne scars
• Removes stretch marks
• Improves the appearance of uneven skin tone
• Reduces aging spots and hyper-pigmentation
• Smoothes skin texture
• Improves the absorption of skin care products
• Stimulates skin regeneration
• Can be used on all areas of the face, neck and body

• 0.25mm long needles can be used daily on the same skin area.
• 0.5mm long needles can be used once a week on the same skin area.
• 0.75mm long needle can be used once every second week on the same skin area.
• 1 mm can be used every 3 to 4 weeks on the same skin area.
• 1.5mm can be used every 4 to 5 weeks on the same skin area.
• 2.0 mm can only be used once every 5 to 6 weeks on the same skin area

• Active infections
• Chronic skin disorders
• Blood clotting
• Poor healing
• Skin Malignancies
• Active Acne
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Severe Solar Keratosis
• Do not roll over Raised Moles or Warts

You may believe that by derma rolling more often you will get the results you want sooner.

In fact rolling too often will do your skin more harm than good because:

• Your skin needs time to recover from the inflammation caused by derma rolling
• Rolling too often will break down the collagen in your skin before it has had a chance to form properly
• Collagen is a slow process, so have patients! results will come and remember your skin will continue to repair and renew even for months after your last rolling session