Why You Should Be Microneedling
3/19/2018
Happy Monday loves! I hope everyone had a fantastic St. Patrick's Day weekend! I had a blast out with my girl Kerri, as usual. But unfortunately my clumsy self didn't come out of the weekend totally unscathed. I ended up twisting my ankle pretty bad Saturday so as some of you already saw on my Snapchat/Instastories, I'm hobbling around on a swollen and bruised ankle. Luckily it's my left ankle so I'm still able to drive but it's definitely made life interesting! Ok enough talk about what a klutz I am, let's talk about my newest beauty obsession... microneedling.
I'm not going to lie, when I first heard about microneedling I was a little hesitant. There's something about pricking your face with a bunch of tiny needles with a device that looks like it was used to torture someone that makes a girl a bit nervous but after reading a bunch of reviews I decided to give it a try. I spent a lot of time out in the sun without sunscreen when I was younger and I'm extremely expressive with my facial expressions so I was getting to the point where I was either going to bite the bullet and get Botox or figure something else out to help my skin so this was my last resort and I figured, what do I have to lose?
WHAT IS MICRONEEDLING?
Mircroneedling works from the inside out by triggering skin’s natural healing process and inducing micro-regeneration deep within the skin. By gently damaging the skin, you trigger its natural healing properties which causes the creation of collagen. This allows any serums or moisturizers to reach deeper levels in your skin and it helps your topical skin care products be absorbed by your skin 200 times more effectively.
I use my GloPro 2-3 times a week for no more than 5 minutes at a time. I usually use it only at night since my skin is very sensitive and it tends to make my face a bit red plus I prefer to use it before my nighttime skincare regimen. I usually apply my RetrinAL cream immediately after and then top it with my hydrating night mask. I've only been using it for a little over a month but I've definitely been happy with the results. They say you should use it for 2-3 months before seeing significant results but I have been happier with my skin and I've definitely noticed smaller pores and a glow!
If you're on the fence about getting a GloPRO, you can try out this one for less than $20! The needles are slightly shorter than the ones on the GloPRO and it doesn't include the LED light but it's definitely worth it if you want to try before taking the plunge on a GloPRO.
*Linking up with Biana*
22 comments
I'm so excited you shared this because it's on my list of things to try this year!! I might try the less expensive option and then ask for the gloPro for a gift this year!! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston
ReplyDeleteI want To try this and am glad you shared your experience so far. Hope your ankle is better real soon!
ReplyDeleteI feel like everyone I know is trying microneedling- and I think I need to check it out! Hope your ankle feels better soon!
ReplyDeleteI have definitely been hesitant to jump on this skincare regimen but that's awesome you're seeing results! Might need to check it out!! Happy Monday!
ReplyDeleteRosy Outlook
I have been wanting to try this for a long while now. Thanks for this review!
ReplyDeleteSo funny, I was planning on doing a post about this, too! I am loving it so far. And I use the same skincare product! I love both!
ReplyDeleteI've been so intrigued by microneedling, and have one saved to my Amazon wish list. Time to pull the trigger! SO sorry to hear about your ankle, totally something I would do. Hope you feel better soon, and yay for it not being your driving foot! <3
ReplyDeleteGreen Fashionista
oh this looks fun! you know i'll try ANYTHING when it comes to the skin. and that price point you can't beat it! anyway weekend was a blast - hope that ankle heals up asap!
ReplyDeletexoxo cheshire kat
I really need to get on it with microneedling. I'm going to try the ine you recommended and if I'm not a total baby about it just go for the GloPro. Thanks for sharing this!
ReplyDeleteI'm not familiar with this at all, but it sure sounds intriguing! My poor skin can use all the help it can get at all times, ha. Hope you're ankle is doing better today!
ReplyDeleteI've been so intrigued by this one!! So glad to hear you like it... I may take the plunge soon!
ReplyDeleteThis is something that has been on my things to try...seems so interesting.
ReplyDeleteSounds awesome and that's amazing you've already been noticing results. I've been so curious about micro needling and think I need to jump on the bandwagon and give it a try! Happy Monday, gorgeous. :)
ReplyDeleteI have one on my Amazon wishlist right now. Tomorrow is pay day so I'm thinking about getting it. Good to know that you've been noticing results already!
ReplyDeleteI really do need to give this a try! So sorry to hear about your ankle - hope you're on the mend soon!
ReplyDeleteZelle | Southern Style
I have been so curious about microneedling but also super scared I would cut my face! This is a great review and I love that you found one for under $20. A great way to try it out!
ReplyDeletexo, Rachel
A Blonde's Moment
This is so interesting! I am such a baby when it comes to needles so hopefully I wouldn't make myself pass out, but I'm about two steps away from Botox too lol. Sierra~Beautifully Candid
ReplyDeletePutting tiny needles on my face totally freaks me out but I am intrigued! So sorry about your ankle too and I hope that you feel better ASAP! :-)
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about your ankle! Been there, done that and it's so painful. You really begin to appreciate the ability to walk normally after getting an injury like that. Mirco-needling is such a new concept to be but I'm with ya on getting too much sun in my earlier days so my skin needs a good detox/refresh. Definitely a better option than Botox, and girl you definitely don't need botox on your pretty face! Going to read more about the product now. Hope you're ankle heals up quickly, love. Emily @ Martinis & Bikinis
ReplyDeleteWow that sounds great.. thanks for sharing
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But does it hurt?!? I'm also about ready to bite the bullet and get botox--my husband is horrified, but you gotta start that stuff when you're young! Hope you're ankle feels better soon!
ReplyDeleteI have been so interested in this and been wanting to try it!
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