If you struggle with scars and hyperpigmentation, innovative skincare tools like derma stamps can help rejuvenate your skin. These devices use ultra-fine needles to create micro-injuries and trigger the skin’s natural healing process. They work in two key ways to reduce acne marks and hyperpigmentation. Curious about how they can benefit you?
What are Derma Stamps?
A skincare device designed to change skin appearance by stimulating collagen production through micro-needling. These devices feature a compact head with fine needles that create tiny micro-injuries on the skin's surface.
Aither Derma Stamp provides a gentler, more controlled option as the needles penetrate vertically rather than at an angle.
What Causes Facial Scars and Hyperpigmentation?
Facial scars and hyperpigmentation develop due to skin inflammation. During the healing process, the skin produces excess melanin that leads to the formation of dark spots or noticeable scars.
Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is common in darker skin tones due to higher melanin levels. Skin injuries such as burns, bruises, acne, or rashes can trigger excess melanin production.
When melanin accumulates in specific areas, it can cause discoloration ranging from tan to dark brown. In some cases, hyperpigmentation occurs deeper in the dermis, so the skin forms blue-gray patches that may become permanent.
There are several types of hyperpigmentation, including:
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Age spots (also known as liver spots)
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Melasma
Scars
Scarring occurs when inflamed acne damages the skin. If a pore swells and its wall breaks down, minor blemishes may leave shallow scars that heal quickly.
If the damage penetrates deeper into the skin, the body's repair process triggers excess collagen production. This can sometimes lead to more noticeable scarring.
How Derma Stamping Works?
The needles penetrate the skin at varying depths depending on their length. Unlike derma rollers, which roll across the skin, the derma stamp allows for more precise targeting of specific areas. This device helps refine skin texture, minimize pores, and improve overall skin tone.
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0.25 mm Needle Length: Minimally invasive and primarily designed to improve skincare product absorption. The gentle nature allows for frequent use without irritation. This can be used daily.
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0.5 mm Needle Length: Slightly deeper penetration and targets fine lines, mild scars, and overall skin rejuvenation. While this needle size delivers more noticeable improvements, it also requires a longer recovery time. Recommended once every 1-2 weeks.
The Science Behind Micro-needling
Microneedling promotes a deep healing process that helps break up melanin deposits trapped in the epidermis. As the skin regenerates, microneedling improves texture and tone by blending pigmented areas with the surrounding skin.
When paired with topical treatments like vitamin C or hyaluronic acid serums, the procedure becomes even more effective. The microchannels created by the needles allow product absorption.
Acceleration of skin cell turnover encourages the shedding of damaged skin cells and the construction of healthy skin.
Since collagen formation is gradual, full results commonly become visible over 8 to 12 months.
Supporting Studies
In a 2017 study from the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 36 patients with skin types IV–V who underwent five microneedling sessions reported scar improvement from 11.73 at baseline to 6.5, with most patients experiencing a 50% to 75% improvement.
In another study, 13 female patients combined micro-needling with 10% trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peels. The majority of participants (92.3%) showed improvement ("fair or better") in periorbital hyperpigmentation.
A randomized, open-label study found that microneedling followed by topical tranexamic acid was more effective than tranexamic acid microinjections in treating melasma in 60 patients. There was a 44% improvement in the Melasma Area and Severity Index (MASI) score with tranexamic acid and microneedling. More patients in the combined group experienced over 50% improvement compared to those using tranexamic acid alone (41% vs. 26%).
How to Use Aither Derma Stamps With Your Skincare Products
Using a derma stamp or roller requires a precise approach. Since the needles create tiny punctures in the skin, it's always important to keep the area clean and follow proper aftercare to promote healing and avoid irritation.
Step 1: Sanitize Your Derma Stamp
Before starting, sterilize your Aither derma stamp. Soak the tool in an isopropyl alcohol solution with the needles facing downward for at least two minutes. Always sanitize the stamp before and after each use to minimize the risk of infection.
Step 2: Prepare the Treatment Area
Thoroughly cleanse the skin to remove dirt and impurities. A clean surface improves penetration and reduces the risk of irritation.
Step 3: Apply the Derma Stamp
Hold the derma stamp best like a pen for better control and gentle pressure. Apply it to the skin using a vertical or crisscross motion. Stamp each section up to ten times without excessive focus on any single spot.
Step 4: Nourish Your Skin with Serum and Moisturizer
Once you've finished stamping, the micro-channels in your skin are open. It is the ideal time to apply a serum followed by a moisturizer. Use gentle, hydrating serums like hyaluronic acid to support skin repair.
Products You Can Apply with Derma Stamps
Topical Tretinoin Cream
Tretinoin cream is one of the most frequently used topical treatments in clinical settings. Apply this product before and during derma stamping to help remove acne scars.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C combined with microneedling addresses post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation caused by acne or sun damage. This combination fades dark spots and improves skin texture.
Vitamin C stimulates collagen production in the dermis to improve skin hydration, smoothness, and overall firmness.
Reduce Scars and Hyperpigmentation With Aither Derma Stamp Roller
Combine your regular skincare products for whitening scars and hyperpigmentation with the Aither derma stamp. Derma stamping alone stimulates collagen production, but when combined with a serum, it improves the absorption of active ingredients. This combination accelerates skin renewal for faster and more noticeable improvements.
Get Health Canada-approved derma stamp and microneedling roller at Aither, where skincare meets innovation. You can also purchase our derma stamp Amazon for US customers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can microneedling cause scars?
The likelihood of scarring from microneedling is considered minimal. The needles used in this procedure are finer than those in treatments like dermabrasion or laser resurfacing. The procedure causes less trauma to the skin.
Can I do microneedling if I have acne?
Avoid microneedling if you have active acne. The needles create micro-punctures in the skin, which can pick up bacteria and debris from existing breakouts and spread them to other areas of your face.
How long does it take for dark spots to disappear?
Consistent stamping increases the chances of noticeable results. Assess your progress after 6 to 12 weeks of regular use. If you're targeting signs of aging or scarring, significant improvements may take several months. Factors such as age and skin elasticity contribute to the overall effectiveness of the treatment.
Studies:
Acne Scarring—Pathogenesis, Evaluation, and Treatment Options
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Deirdre Connolly , Ha Linh Vu , Kavita Mariwalla , Nazanin Saedi
Review of applications of microneedling in dermatology
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Christopher Iriarte, Olabola Awosika, Monica Rengifo-Pardo & Alison Ehrlich
Dermaroller in dermatology and cosmetology
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Shobhit Mohan, Lalit Mohan, Renu Sangal, Neelu Singh