Is your microneedling based on science or myth? In this episode, Clinical Director, Dr Andrew Christie - Schwarz separates fact from fiction and debunks outdated 1990s techniques - showing why real results come from precision, anatomy, and advanced technology, not aggressive needling.
Myth-busting Microneedling Fairytales: The Real Science of Skin-needling
In this episode highlights, get some of the key insights discussed, including:
Debunk the "deeper is better" myth by understanding why precise targeting of the dermis—where 85% of fibroblasts reside—is the key to optimal collagen production.
Modernise your practice by moving beyond basic collagen induction therapy to treat a wider spectrum of indications, from pigmentation to rosacea.
Differentiate your technology by discovering why Dermapen 4®’s non-thermal infusion offers a safer, more versatile alternative to RF microneedling.
Maximise active delivery with techniques that create over 1,900 puncture channels per second for unparalleled ingredient saturation and regeneration.
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Our DermapenWorld webinar, "Mythbusting Microneedling Fairy Tales: The Real Science of Skin-needling," shattered outdated beliefs and illuminated the advanced capabilities of Dermapen 4® technology. Dr Andrew Christie -Schwarz, DermapenWorld Clinical Director and Global Medical Trainer, confidently guided us through an evidence-based approach, demonstrating how to achieve superior results and expand treatment possibilities.
For too long, the industry believed that deeper needle penetration meant better results. Dr Christie-Schwarz challenged this misconception, explaining that our knowledge of skin anatomy shows otherwise.
Target the Dermis: Fibroblasts, the key cells responsible for collagen production, are primarily located in the dermis, which accounts for approximately 85% of the skin's structure. The hypodermis, by comparison, accounts for only 5-7%. Maximise collagen production by focusing on the dermal layer.
Localised Regeneration: As research shows, the regenerative process activates at the very end of the needle, not along its entire length. This means precise targeting is essential for the best outcomes.
New Collagen Formation: Find that new collagen forms just 0.6mm from the surface of the skin. Working too deeply can miss this vital area.
Dermapen 4® enables practitioners to treat a broader range of conditions than ever before. It is time to go beyond traditional collagen induction therapy to provide comprehensive solutions for modern patient needs, such as:
Epidermal Applications: Superficial procedures target epidermal growth factors, effectively treating conditions such as comedones, milia, acne, hyperpigmentation, and hypopigmentation.
Dermal Rejuvenation: Treat rosacea and telangiectasia, and achieve powerful anti-aging benefits, including the reduction of both deep and superficial wrinkles.
Scar and Stria Revision: Address post-acne scars, keloids, burn contraction scars, and stria with targeted approaches, achieving mechanical revision of older, bound scars while regenerating new collagen.
The Dermapen 4® device offers unparalleled infusion capabilities:
Unprecedented Puncture Channels: At top speed, the Dermapen 4® creates an astounding 1,920 puncture channels per second. This mechanical force effectively drives active solutions into the skin, ensuring greater administration, saturation, and distribution.
Dp Dermaceuticals MG Collection™: Featuring exosome technology and Uber Pro/MD, overcomes the traditional limitations of patient age, diet, lifestyle, environment, and disease, providing a powerful, non-donor-dependent chemical regenerative therapy.
Enhanced Delivery: Experience significantly greater delivery potential compared to outdated methods such as iontophoresis, electroporation, or traditional ultrasound therapy.
Dermapen 4 stands apart from radiofrequency (RF) microneedling, offering a safer and more versatile approach.
No Heat, No Ablation: Dermapen 4® operates without heat, making it a non-thermolytic and non-ablative device. This preserves the integrity of active ingredients, such as exosomes, proteins, and peptides, which can be denatured by heat.
Optimised Ingredient Integrity: Safely deliver non-donor-dependent chemical regenerative agents into the skin, maintaining their efficacy.
True regenerative cascade: Genuine regenerative process, maximising the potential of fibroblasts within the dermis for superior results across all skin types and ethnicities.
Dermapen 4® delivers safe, practical solutions, opening up a universe of unlimited opportunity. Embrace the innovation, unlock the versatility, and offer your patients the ultimate synergy of regenerative treatments.





