Medical cosmetic is one of the most popular industries in today's society. The ever-changing technology of medical cosmeticand the multitude of products on the cosmeticmarket confuse patients. Even as the most common acupuncture treatment, there are hundreds of different treatment items. This article discusses the differences between the most common dermapen, meso needles and dermaroller used in acupuncture treatment.
In the field of traditional medicine, the earliest use of therapeutic skin acupuncture can be traced back to ancient China thousands of years ago, i.e. acupuncture in traditional Chinese medicine. Reportedly, in 1995, Dr Orentreich in New York, USA, found that acne pits and fine lines could be significantly improved by applying acupuncture to the skin. Since then, skin acupuncture has undergone a rapid process of innovation in the field of medical cosmetic.
The Dermapen, the meso needle and the dermaroller are all types of microneedling therapy. Known for their effectiveness in treating a variety of skin conditions, these minimally invasive treatments have come a long way over the years and are now commonplace in modern medical cosmetic.
The Meso Needle is the injection needle of the medical beauty industry. Simply put, when you are sick and need an injection, you use a regular injection needle, and when you need an injection for a beauty project, you use a meso needle, which ranges in size from 30G to 34G and in length from 1.5mm to 25mm. Compared to regular medical injection needles, it is smaller in size and usually has a shallower injection depth. Regular injection needles usually inject into the deep layer of the skin or even the muscle layer.
In the late 1990s, South African plastic surgeon Desmond Fernandes invented a cylindrical roller covered in tiny needles to treat wrinkles and scars. Considered the first official microneedling device, today's dermaroller, it shaped the future of non-invasive skin treatments. Dermarollers became increasingly popular in the early 2000s. As dermarollers became more popular, skin professionals and consumers alike began to use them more widely. The simplicity and effectiveness of dermarollers have made microneedling a popular skin rejuvenation method for those seeking an alternative to more invasive surgical procedures.
In the early 2000s, scientific research began to confirm the effectiveness of microneedling. Numerous studies have shown that various microneedling treatments can significantly improve skin conditions such as acne scars, fine lines and wrinkles, and overall skin texture. These studies have helped to establish microneedling as a widely accepted skin rejuvenation method backed by solid scientific evidence.
In 2010, Australian Dr. Stene Marshall introduced Dermapen to the world. The introduction of Dermapen revolutionised the traditional microneedling market. This electric pen offers more precise control, adjustable needle depth and faster treatment time, making the procedure safer and more effective.
From the above, we can see that microneedle therapy has evolved from the meso needle to the dermarollerand then to today's dermapen.
The meso needle is the oldest and most common type and is the only one of the three that can only be injected at one point. If different skin depths need to be injected during a treatment, needles of different lengths need to be changed.
The dermaroller is based on the meso needle and has multiple needles. It works by rolling and stimulating the surface of the skin. Its needles are also fixed in length. The dermaroller is the only one of the three that is not used for injection and may not be suitable for some sensitive areas of the face.
As one of the most advanced micro-needle therapies, Dermapen has improved the meso needle and dermaroller. Its advantage is that it has a greater number of needles and can be equipped with needles of different lengths. Of course, its cost is much higher than the above two. Its appearance marks the transformation of micro-needle therapy from traditional manual operation to more accurate and efficient machine treatment.
Nowadays, the meso needle and Dermapen are widely used for treatments in beauty clinics and other institutions, and some skilled people also use them in everyday life. The dermaroller are used as auxiliary tools, often used after mesotherapy needle injections and for daily skin care at home. All three methods have their own advantages and disadvantages, and patients need to choose the one that suits them best for treatment according to their actual situation.
