Needling with Growth Factors vs Basic Skin Needling

Growth factors are naturally occurring proteins in the body that play a key role in cellular processes like growth, healing, and repair. When applied during microneedling, these growth factors work to accelerate the skin’s natural healing process by promoting cell regeneration and collagen production. We use Dermaceutics Growth Factor Vials with every needling appointment in clinic to maximise results for our clients. 

How Does It Work?

During needling with growth factors, the microneedling process creates tiny channels in the skin, allowing the growth factors to penetrate deep into the dermis. These growth factors stimulate keratinocytes (skin cells) and fibroblasts (collagen-producing cells), encouraging rapid skin renewal and healing.

Benefits of Needling with Growth Factors:

• Collagen and Elastin Boost: Growth factors stimulate fibroblast activity, which promotes the production of collagen and elastin—vital for youthful, firm skin.
• Skin Repair and Regeneration: They help heal skin damage from acne scars, fine lines, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation.
• Reduced Inflammation: Growth factors can help reduce inflammation, promoting a smoother and more even skin tone.
• Faster Healing: The application of growth factors helps speed up the healing process post-microneedling, allowing for quicker recovery times.

Growth factors are particularly useful for rejuvenating skin, improving texture, and reducing signs of aging. They are typically derived from platelet-rich plasma (PRP), plant-based sources, or synthetic peptides.

Needling with Exosomes

Exosomes are tiny extracellular vesicles that carry and deliver bioactive molecules like proteins, lipids, and RNA. These vesicles are derived from stem cells and are involved in cell-to-cell communication, helping to direct cellular responses such as growth, repair, and regeneration. In microneedling, exosomes are applied to the skin to enhance its regenerative capacity and promote faster healing and rejuvenation.

How Does It Work?

Similar to growth factors, microneedling with exosomes involves using the microneedling device to create micro-channels in the skin, allowing the exosomes to penetrate deep into the dermis. Exosomes then promote cell regeneration by communicating with surrounding cells, sending signals to enhance collagen production, tissue repair, and cellular turnover.

Benefits of Needling with Exosomes:

• Advanced Healing and Regeneration: Exosomes have powerful regenerative properties, delivering a more profound level of healing and repair compared to traditional growth factors.
• Stem Cell-Like Effects: Exosomes are often derived from stem cells and have stem cell-like abilities to regenerate tissue and stimulate collagen and elastin production. This means they are potentially more effective at addressing deeper skin concerns such as severe scarring and deep wrinkles.
• Faster and More Efficient Results: Because of their superior regenerative properties, exosomes tend to provide quicker, more noticeable results in terms of skin texture, tone, and overall rejuvenation.
• Minimal Inflammation and Faster Recovery: Exosomes help to significantly reduce post-treatment inflammation, leading to a faster recovery and minimal downtime compared to other treatments.

Exosomes are considered cutting-edge in regenerative medicine and skincare because they can deliver targeted messages to cells, boosting the skin’s natural ability to heal and rejuvenate.

Which Is Right for You?

Both needling with growth factors and needling with exosomes are incredibly effective for treating various skin concerns. The right choice for you depends on your specific skin goals and the type of rejuvenation you are looking for:

• If you’re looking for a non-invasive treatment to improve skin texture, reduce fine lines, and enhance overall skin tone, growth factors may be a great option.
• If you have deeper skin concerns, such as severe acne scars, deep wrinkles, or are seeking advanced skin regeneration, exosomes may provide more dramatic results due to their stem-cell-like regenerative properties.

Both microneedling with growth factors and microneedling with exosomes are excellent treatments for improving skin health, texture, and appearance. While growth factors are effective for overall skin rejuvenation, exosomes offer a more advanced, stem-cell-like solution with superior regenerative properties. Consult with a skincare professional to determine which option is best suited to your individual skin needs and goals.