r/DIYmicroneedling

Hi, Friends! Long time lurker- first time poster. I’d like to start out by thanking everyone on this thread for such thoughtful guidance on DIY microneedling. Reading through all of your posts on this subreddit has been incredibly helpful!

I’ve done a TON of research on at-home microneedling for several months. I finally got the courage to order a Derminator 2 and all required supplies, my sterilization products are ready to go, and I’m gearing up to do my first microneedling experiment within the next couple of weeks. I’ve successfully managed at-home derma rolling, exosome (spicule) serums and at-home chemical peels for a few years, so I think my skin will handle microneedling just fine.

Despite obsessively researching and having many talks with Gemini and ChatGPT (which I know is always hit or miss), I still do not completely understand when it is appropriate to use Korean skin boosters* (during the session? immediately after the session? only once the channels have closed 24 hours later?)

*Let me preface this by saying that I (believe) I have only ordered sterile skin boosters: Curenex skin booster, Velatox GF11 and (once I get good at microneedling), Rejuran skin booster (it’s expensive but apparently worth it!). These are all Korean products marketed for meso and microneedling, and as far as I can tell (based off researching U.S. med spas that microneedle with some of these products, manufacturer guidance and Korean doctors discussing these products online), they certainly appear to be sterile. But then sometimes I’ll read posts by others who claim these products are NOT sterile (although I think they may just be confused?). I also see some folks who are just ordering boosters/ampoules off Amazon that definitely do not appear to even be medically sterile (including some estheticians & skincare influencers who push non-sterile boosters to a very large following). I obviously know to not believe everything I read on the internet, but all of this conflicting information certainly has me confused!

I do NOT want to take chances with my skin. I know the risks involved, which is why I want to make sure I’m only using medically sterile products.

Can the Korean boosters products I mentioned above safely be mixed with Hyaron and used as a slip DURING and directly AFTER microneedling? Or must I wait until the channels close up to use the Korean boosters I’ve ordered? I know that I could simply use sterile saline or Hyaron as a slip, but I’m getting into my 40s and looking for additional anti-aging benefits that I believe some boosters can deliver.

Again, I’m a total newbie so please be kind 🥲 Thank you so much for any clarification you can give me!

Signed,
Lost and Confused

Hello friends! Any recommendations for sterile microneedling skin boosters similar to Hyaron’s glide and consistency?

Where is science-pls? I miss their evidence based approach and peer reviewed articles. Truly something is missing in my life without their posts. Anyone know where there are?

Fairly new to MN. I've used 18 needle and 32 needle for my face. Both at the same speed and depth.

The 32 needle was much much more tolerable. However, it didn't feel like I was getting the 'punctures' that might be needed. I don't know if this is valid or not

Then I have read comments that says that the lower number of pins is better.

Does anyone have clear thoughts on what's going on?

Thanks

I do at-home RF 2-3 times a week, as well as retinol and lactic acid on different evenings. Should I stop all three for 5-7 days before I microneedle?

Hi there! I've been in a deep rabbit hole and I've consumed too much information. I'm researching products for attempting my first microneedle ever with my Dr. Pen M8. I plan to stay shallow (.25-.5) and build my confidence.

I've been looking at Youthfill PN with lido. It looks user friendly and seems to be highly recommended. I've mostly been considering Youthfill because I would like to try improving my under eye area. I plan to do my entire face, but I would like a producr that works well under the eye, and lido seems like a plus. Eventually I will build up to meso, but for now just mn at .25. I've read online it makes a good glide.

I had been considering Curenex, because it's the most newbie recommended. And I also really want to try GTM Gold Cell Plus. I know it can be spicy, but I'd like to try it. But from my understanding, I should avoid these products near the eye because of the HA. For this reason, I'm wondering if I should wait until my priorities change and go for the Youthfill instead?

Is there another product that I should research? Anything I'm missing?

If I use Youthfill, can I use a sterile syringe adapter to transfer half of the product to another syringe to use 3-4 weeks later on my second microneedling session?

Thank you!

I recently bought the Dr. Pen m8s and I’ve done one baby session with a 36 pin and only to like max 0.5 depth. I know that derms and experts warn about dragging and tearing with dermarollers and I’m trying to understand how that’s not a concern with a pen device?? Just given the mechanics of how it works, it seems like dragging across the skin is going to create long scratches rather than tiny punctures. With that said though, this is how I’ve seen it done even professionally so it seems this is the standard method?? Can anyone enlighten me on this topic? I’ve tried doing it on a banana after I was done with a cartridge and it definitely does leave scratch marks. I’d love if someone can share some studies or a reputable source?

I’m thinking that maybe if I do a deeper session, I’ll use a stamping motion with it but I suppose that defeats the purpose of having a pen and not an actual dermastamp.

First microneedling session this morning and without thinking I put moisturizer on before bed (Vanicream). I was only planning on using Hyaron for first 24 hrs but just literally out of habit did my moisturizer before bed 🤦🏼‍♀️.

I imagine I didn’t ruin my life or anything, but just wondering what the best practice is for moisturizer.

Also, can I apply different boosters to different areas during the same session? My undereye has a lot of darkness and fine lines, whereas my forehead has a lot of hyperpigmentation and some wrinkles.

Hi all! I am pretty new to microneedling at home. Looking for recs on the best product to use within 1 hour after. I was thinking Neogenosos recovery but I watched a video saying the science isnt really there and once you stop using it your skin reverts back to how it was. I have a good daily routine already so I was just looking for a good product to use right after and the week after and then go back to my daily routine. My concerns are fine lines/wrinkles, no acne scars.

 I was looking at Bradceuticals but I know they're closing the end of this year.. then I found Neogenesis but then I have heard good things about Calcium.

The more I research, the more confused I am!

‼️(Trigger Warning: includes talk of healed SH)‼️

Hey all! This is an embarrassing question, but I’m just going to go right out and say it! I have a few 10-year-old HEALED scars on my arm and wrist that I’ve been slowly microneedling over the past few months. My question is, what is the highest depth I can use on my wrist?

The thicker parts of my arm take to a needle depth of 1.5 quite well, but I’ve noticed that my wrist hurts at just 1mm or less and winds up a fair bit more irritated than the rest of my arm.

I haven’t been able to find any information about this online. I wasn’t the most emotionally regulated teenager, so I now have a bunch of marks that I’m desperate to be rid of. It’s been a long time, and I’m completely mentally and physically healed ;)

Hoping this reaches the right people!

I’m just getting started with DIY microneedling and I’m curious about other people’s routines.

For those who do a deeper collagen induction session (0.5–1.0 mm) about once a month, do you also do superficial cosmetic/nano needling (0.25 mm) in between, for example once a week?

I’d love to hear what your schedule looks like and whether you feel the more frequent superficial sessions are actually beneficial.

Did you go straight to DIY microneedling or start by having it in a spa/clinic first?

If you went to a spa, what device did they use (if known) and what did you ultimately buy for DIY?

Newbie/long time lurker located in US: curious if anyone has purchased the HA serums from Derminator/own doc since the tariffs and has successfully received them?

I saw to purchase Derminator 2 separate from serums to avoid customs from seizing them. I also saw posts from before the tariffs went into affect but haven’t seen anything recent.

I just completed my first microneedling on Saturday using the derminator 2 and sterile saline only. Everything went well, only did 0.25 and 0.5 since it was the first time I’ve ever done a microneedle session, and I got red for a bit, felt fine, no problems.

I made sure to avoid doing anything for the first 24 hours, then after 24hrs washed my face with a gentle cleanser and distilled/filtered water. Sunscreen when I went outside on Monday, made sure to wear a hat to cover my face, etc.

I noticed almost an hour or so after doing it that my face was producing a ton of oil. Since then, my skin is constantly oily and I feel like my pores are looking massive compared to before, and my skin looks even more textured. It’s now been over 72 hours and I’m wondering if it’s going to get better? Clearly my body is reacting to they dryness by producing so much oil, I just figured it would stop by now 🥴

Any similar experiences for anyone else? TIA

I see people using non-sterile gloves, are those really better than washed and sanitized hands? Doesn't gloves give false sense of cleanliness? Of course sterile gloves are an option, but they are quite difficult to put on in a way that doesn't contaminate them

I don't think the needles are moving.

Whn I put the cartridge in, you can't see the plunger bit moving at all, and when the unit is off and you turn the depth dial, the needles don't move.

Has anyone had this happen?

So I missed the Meamo sale... but I was trying to nail it down what to order next. I have Hyaron and Jeunetique Exo but I'm hoping to try something new for collagen production and more anti-aging. Our dear friend ItsSciencePls (now in IG btw, give her a follow!!) recommended Beaux (PDDLA +HA) and it seems super promising but at $100/vial seems steep. Has anyone MN with this product? I have a list ready for the next Meamo sale (SciencePls is still good btw!). Thanks!

Hiya!
About to start microneedling and I have a great HA I got from the same place as my Dr pen but really keen to get some individual ampules/capsules/tubes of HA for ease of use and because it’ll be easier for me to maintain sterility.
Any recommendations? Available in Australia or New Zealand specifically.

Thank you!

I'm a little gun-shy about getting anything from the Zon.

I already have my Derminator2, alcohol, sterile gloves and tray, and Curenex Skin Booster.

And should I just use 70% alcohol after cleansing skin before using glide?

I just loathe the idea that i'll ruin my skin due to poor or non-sterile prep.

Thank you!!