Hair & Beard Derma Roller

How to Use the Hair & Beard Derma Roller?

It's important to inspect your derma roller before and after each use and dispose of if it there are any bent or damaged microneedles.

Always start by ensuring that the Derma Roller is clean and sterile.

1. Ensure the skin / scalp area for derma rolling is washed and clean. It's advisable to prepare the skin with an antiseptic wipe or solution.
2. If you are new to microneedling, start off slow and minimal number of passes over the area until you understand how derma rolling affects your skin / scalp. Stay away from the upper & lower eye socket area and be extra careful on sensitive places such as the nose and upper lip.
3. Hold the skin / scalp taught and gently roll the derma roller over the area you wish to treat in one direction at a time as outlined below, making sure not to apply too much pressure: 

• • Roll vertically once then lift, repeat up to 4 times, depending on your skin tolerance and sensitivity, making sure to lift the roller after each pass. 
  • Roll horizontally once then lift repeat up to 4 times, depending on your skin tolerance and sensitivity, making sure to lift the roller after each pass.
  • Roll diagonally once then lift repeat up to 4 times, depending on your skin tolerance and sensitivity, making sure to lift the roller after each pass. 

Spend no more than 2 minutes using the derma roller at any one time. You may feel a slight tingle after derma rolling, which is normal, but you should not feel pain. 

Disinfect the derma roller after use as outlined in the 'how to clean your Hair & Beard Derma Roller' drop down.

An evening regime is generally accepted as the best time to use your derma roller when the skin is not susceptible to daylight sun damage.

After Derma Rolling

After derma rolling the area may become red, this is normal, the skin is repairing itself, this is where the magic of derma rolling is happening. 

Apply your serum after you have finished the derma rolling. This is the time when you can get the best out of your products due to the higher level of absorption, meaning they are more effective. 

Apply skin serums or products or sheet masks as required, whilst ensuring you check what works best after derma rolling for your skin.

Please note: some serum ingredients can cause an adverse reaction if sent further into the skin after derma rolling, always check your serum or product first.

Avoid potentially irritating retinol and vitamin C and depending on your skin type and your skin sensitivity, opt for ones rich in hyaluronic acid that will seal in moisture and help with skin regeneration.

It doesn't take the skin long to repair but you should avoid make-up for at least 24hrs after derma rolling.

Skin could be more sensitive to sun and sunburn more easily than usual after derma rolling, it's advisable to protect the skin for 3-5 days after derma rolling.

How often to use the Hair & Beard Derma Roller?

The 0.50mm derma roller can be used up to 3 times per week and where appropriate can be combined with the 0.25mm derma rolling.  

If you are new to microneedling, start off slow and minimal number of passes over the area until you understand how derma rolling affects your skin / scalp.

How long before I can see a results?

Some people notice improvements within the first few weeks of regular derma rolling, when using the 0.5mm microneedle length, however, the full benefits may not be seen for 6 - 8 weeks.

When to replace your Hair & Beard Derma Roller

For good skin hygiene and to ensure they remain effective, Derma Rollers should be replaced regularly depending on the length of the area treated and frequency of use.

As a guide your Hair & Beard Derma Roller should be replaced 3 months after first use or after a maximum of 10 uses for 0.5mm microneedles.

Always dispose of and replace you Hair & Beard Derma Roller if the needles are blunt, bent or damaged.

Your derma roller should be cleaned using a derma roller steriliser solution containing  an isopropyl alcohol solution of 70% or more, to remove any dirt and bacteria. This helps avoid skin irritation and any infection risk. 

Hot water may get rid of germs and surface material but does not sterilise the derma roller. that's why we suggest using a proper steriliser with at least 70% isopropyl alcohol solution.

Cleaning Steps:

1. Remove the derma roller from its case and give it a quick look to ensure the needles are in perfect condition. It's a good habit to check them before and after every use. If any needles are bent or broken, then discard the derma roller and replace. 
2. Sterilise the derma roller with your sterilising solution or spray, as directed by the steriliser instructions. This normally involves pouring some solution into a container and leaving the derma roller to soak for 3-5 minutes. Steriliser sprays may have different guidelines.
   
3. After sterilising the derma roller rinse with water and allow to air dry.
   
4. Once dry, return the derma roller to it's protective case.

Always check your derma roller is clean before each use.

Squeaking Derma Roller:

A very common issue with Derma Rollers can be a squeak when using the derma roller, sometimes this happens after cleaning, especially if using the recommended steriliser solution containing an isopropyl alcohol solution of 70% or more, isopropyl alcohol is a powerful degreasing agent.

The cleaning solution can also act as degreaser, which helps keep your Derma Roller clean, however,  this sometimes results in a squeak on the roller. Again when new and because of the hygienic processes used in the manufacture, the roller can sometimes develop a squeak.  
 
Some derma roller sterilisers can help stop the squeak, it's a case of trying your chosen steriliser and seeing it the squeak is better or worse.
 
A Simple method to help silence the squeak is to use a facial oil and put a drop of it in the two side edges of the roller were it connects the holding handle. Once you have used the roller in the normal manner the squeak should disappear.  

Product Information and Contraindications 

Is Derma Rolling Painful?

Using a 0.5mm Hair & Beard Derma Roller

• You may experience moderate discomfort, which is tolerable for most users.

Important

• Keep away from children.
• Never share your Derma Roller.
• Do not use if you have any skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis.
• Do not use if you have conditions that could easily spread to other parts of the skin such as active acne or warts.
• Do not use if you have a history of blood clots.
• You may want to avoid Derma Rolling if you have conditions that affect your skin, such as diabetes, or if you have a weakened immune system.
• It is not recommended to use a home use Derma Roller under the eyes. Derma Rolling under the eyes is possible, however, this is best done by a qualified professional.
• Experts advise stopping retinol 5 days before derma rolling to avoid an adverse reaction.

Product Specification

• 540 0.5mm Titanium Microneedles.
• Medical Grade.
• Ergonomic handle for comfort.
• Anti-slip grip for improved control.
• Lightweight.
• Storage case to kept your Hair & Beard Roller safe and clean.

Delivery and Returns

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Returns

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To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, in its original packaging and with all tags. Any items supplied with hygiene seals cannot be accepted for return if the seals are not intact or have been removed*.

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