If you’ve been keeping up with theskincare trendsof recent years, you’re likely familiar withdermarolling.
Used for everything fromfacial rejuvenationto reducingacnescarring, the technique involves rolling tiny needles acrossthe skin.
You grow new skin," aesthetician Marie Angelica tellsElle.
Because of its revitalizing properties, it makes sense why many are now usingscalpdermarolling to aid withhair lossand regrowth.
As collagen production slows, ourhair folliclessimply become less supported, leading to less growth and more fallout.
This theory was explored in a 2012blind studyof alopecia patients.
“Think of it like aerating a lawn.
Doing so helps nutrients, hydration, and sunlightreach the roots, so that healthier grass can grow.
Likewise, using a derma roller with topicals and oils can help them to be absorbed properly.”
Because the needles inflict small wounds into the scalp, infection is always a possibility.
