Channel your inner micro

One of the hottest new procedures in cosmetic medicine is micro-channelling. A minimally-invasive procedure, this is used to help erase the signs of aging by correcting a wide variety of cosmetic imperfections.

The body's ability to remodel and heal itself is at the heart of this amazing process. Our skin reacts to any injury by immediately initiating the healing process. This process includes the release of growth factor, new epidermal growth and tissue remodelling or skin tightening.

It also has a vacuum which pulls the skin closer to the needles avoiding any damage to the overlying skin. This procedure can be used for tanning, rejuvenation, acne and brightening too. It diminishes wrinkles, lines, folds, reduces the signs and improves skin radiance. Skin firmness and compactness are noticeably just as effective as ablative treatments or chemical peels.

Hydration and plumping effect can hydrate the skin. With the help of hyaluronic acid molecules, it allows the skin to absorb a lot of water, giving a good plumping effect. Simultaneously, vitamin C and green tea can be used to add the antioxidant property.

The acne solution features two ingredients — salicylic acid and lactic acid. Salicylic acid helps to penetrate the pores and regulate the sebum, working as a bactericidal. The lactic acid is a part of alpha hydroxy group which helps in exfoliation and increases the collagen production.

The anti-aging serum contains active agents which stimulates the collagen and the fibroblast. It helps to reduce the lines and wrinkles, helping in relaxing the muscle. The hyper pigmentation and brightening uses kojic acid as the active ingredient, which helps in lightening the skin. By decreasing the melanocytic activity, it helps the skin look much brighter.

One can do this procedure every 15 days for six to seven times initially. Later on, a monthly maintenance treatment is advisable. The science is real, the results are stunning, and there's never been a better time to take a step toward your cosmetic ideal!

The writer is a dermatologist and medical director.
(Disclaimer: Always check with an expert before going ahead with such treatment.)