Matrixyl peptides

http://www.wrinklereview.com/wrinkle-reducer/matrixyl.html

anybody ever use a product containing Matrixyl peptides?? looks usefull for scaring.

Dermarolling Support Thread

This thread is going to be dedicated to information regarding dermarolling..If you have any worth while links to add please do so..Just make sure that you dont add any links that have allready been posted..


Just to add..This information was put together by Bethany of the eds forum..She put alot of time and effort into this obviously and want to give credit where credit is due..

Environ® Medical Roll-CIT™ Micro-needling
Revolutionary New Approach to Medical Needling
Probably my FAVORITE rolling article - it contains frequency recommendations, as well as pre- and post-roll protocols for optimal collagen development. Also comparisons of rolling with 1mm vs. 3mm needles.
http://www.dermaconcepts.com/2004/environ1mmNeedling1.pdf


Micro Needling and Injecting Platelet Rich Plasma to Enhance Collagen Synthesis and Skin Tightening.
Author: Joseph F. Greco, PhD, PA/C
This article discusses a number of needling research studies, wound healing, and mesotherapy lifts (with pics)
http://www.microneedle.com/main/MTS_Roller...umbs&page=1


New Life for Lips
A VERY good article focusing on above the lip lines, usage of 1.0mm vs 3.0mm needles, and the protocols used by Dr. Des Fernandes (one of the inventors)
http://www.vivida.co.za/news/show_article/3


Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Collagen Induction
Desmond Fernandes, MB, BCh, FRCS(Edin)
This article provides a great overview of how collagen is developed with the micro needling process, as well as the rolling protcol, etc. (pics included)
http://www.dermogenesis.com/roll-cit/Clini...f_N_Am_2005.pdf


The Collagen Induction Therapy
Provides an overview (with pics) of the medical roll process.
http://www.cit-nordic.com/thetechnique.html


Euro Medi Travel
Page 8 contains CIT frequency recommendations based on skin condition:
http://www.euromeditravel.com/doc/additional_info.pdf

Environ stunned the world...
Some results pics and detailed directions on how to do a roll, including frequency of usage for the .2mm Environ home care roller:
http://www.beautymagonline.com/pages/environ_rollcit.htm


Getting The Point
An overview of the process from Dr. Des Fernandes, including some frequency recommendations:
http://www.vivida.co.za/db_files/16_IIAA_newsletter.pdf


Some results photos from a Boston doctor (with pics):
http://www.bostoncentreaestheticmedicine.c...ninduction.html


A Miami doctor's webpage, with links to a video of him performing the procedure:
http://www.drbustillo.com/roll-cit.htm


The Dermaroller blog where I asked Horst Liebl about needle length, and his reply:
http://dermaroller.wordpress.com/2008/05/1...lagen-function/


The Dermaroller blog with a question and answer on rolling frequency:
http://dermaroller.wordpress.com/2008/04/2...ment-intervals/


STIMULATION OF CELL GROWTH
by Horst Liebl
http://www.dermaroller.de/us/science/abstr...eflections.html


Electrical Signals Control Wound Healing (dermarollers generate electrical charges)
http://www.dermaroller.de/images/stories/Findings.pdf


Percutanous Delivery By Dr. K. Anastassakis May 2005
http://www.dermaroller.de/us/science/percu...s-delivery.html


Collagen Induction Therapy in Mouse ( IPL vs. Micro-needling )
http://www.clinicalresolution.com/main/MTS...umbs&page=1


Skin Needling - A New Treatment for Scars and Lines
http://www.mesotherapyworldwide.com/images...0Doctors_MW.pdf


Percutaneous Collagen Induction Therapy: An Alternative Treatment for Scars, Wrinkles, and Skin Laxity
http://www.acaciadermacare.com/upload/docs...pril%202008.pdf


MTS (Microneedle Therapy System) by Prof. Kim Beom Joon, Department of Dermatology
Dongguk University International Hospital
page 15 talks about delivery of ascorbic acid
Lots of pictures of scar revisions, striae, etc.
http://www.clinicalresolution.com/main/MTS-kimbeomjoon.pdf

Derma Roller Log

I figured I would log my use of a derma roller. anybody who wants to follow along or chime in then feel free. I have a 1.5mm and I did my first treatment today. I just did my right cheek as this is where the worst of my scaring is and being new at this there is no point going any further right now.

I sanitized my skin and the derma roller prior to doing this. I did not even ice my face before doing this. next time I might just do that. It took awhile to get a hang of it and I will be better next time I do it. there was definitely some pain. It was less painfull as I got further along into it. I was abit unsure how hard to press ect... there was some bleeding. I thought maybe there should be lots of bleeding needle holes but that was just not going to happen. and I pressed plenty hard enough I felt. Next time I will use short strokes as they seem to be the best way to go. I rolled in several directions like you are supposed to.

My skin is red and irritated a bit and sore. Looks kind of crappy but thats ok, it will get better. I used a vitamin c lotion with vitamin b, e and other nutrients in it after I was done. Not sure what to expect as far as the recovery process, only time will tell.

Again anybody who wants to comment or make any suggestions ect.. are more then welcome. I will update from time to time with updates and details. I am only going to focus on my right cheek for awhile til I can see how this all plays out.

Derma Roller questions

what mm sized derma roller is best?? how often should it be done for best results?? what types of scars does this help best if anybody knows?? do you guys find this a worth while treatment?? obviously I'm new to starting this so any other info or advice is appreciated.

TCA cross question

Guys, is 100% tca the best strength for doing tca spot treatment or is a lesser prefered?? I am going to treat 5 to 10 spots at the most.

ebay is an ok place to purchase some right?? I did this years ago and stopped after a year plus. my diet and health is much improved and I figure give it another shot.

appreciate the help.