Encapsulation of chemicals in liposomes and microneedling are currently used techniques to enhance the penetration of several substances through skin and hair. In this study, we apply a liposomal melanin-fluorescein compound to an ex vivo model of human skin, using a new electrical microneedling device (Nanopore turbo roller). The product was applied by hand massage (A) or with the assistance o...

BACKGROUND Atrophic facial scars are always a challenge to treat, especially the ones that are deep-seated and/or involve much of the face. Microneedling or dermaroller therapy is a new addition to the treatment armamentarium for such scars that offers a simple and reportedly effective management of these scars. AIMS The aim of the present study was to perform an objective evaluation of the e...

BACKGROUND Postacne scarring is disfiguring, both physically as well as psychologically. Over the past two decades, multiple modalities for treatment of acne scars have emerged and microneedling with dermaroller is one of them. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the efficacy and safety of microneedling treatment for atrophic facial acne scars. MATERIAL AND METHODS Thirty-six patients (female--26, male--...

Skar atrofi merupakan komplikasi umum akne dan sangat memengaruhi kualitas hidup pasien. Microneedling dengan PRP untuk memperbaiki skar tergolong sederhana, aman, efektif. Teknik ini menggunakan jarum mikro menusuk kulit secara superfisial menghancurkan kolagen rusak di lapisan atas dermis, mengaktivasi kaskade penyembuhan luka normal yang menstimulasi pembentukan baru sehingga tampilan skar. ...

Melasma is a chronic skin disorder that results in symmetrical, blotchy, brownish facial pigmentation. It is more common in women than in men, it generally starts between 20 and 40 years, and it can lead to considerable embarrassment and distress. The aims of this article is to evaluate the treatment with the microneedling method in 18 female and 4 male with recalcitrant melasma. All patients d...