Microneedling Before and Afters. 8 Treatments. (RESULTS)

[@LifeDIY]

Disclaimer & Important Update (as of 9-22-24): I just learned today that the FDA is currently conducting a post-market review of microneedling devices. From what I just discovered, it appears that only nano needle cartridges are permitted for consumer use; other cartridges are classified as prescription-only and available only to licensed healthcare professionals. Many websites (including Amazon and AliExpress) have stopped selling these products to consumers in the USA, and Temu is the last storefront offering them. I recently bought some supplies from Temu but they will likely stop selling these things very soon. This video was posted a long time ago when at-home treatments were widely accepted and normal. For full details and updates, please subscribe, check my website www.lifeanddiy.com and follow me on Reddit - as I will post full details and updates.

[@blueandbanana]

Your skin has improved dramatically. Thank you for being brutally honest. There are studies that state that it’s better to do micro needling with lower lengths than using 1 or greater.

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you and thanks for sharing that about the study! So true and I will talk about it in my next MN video. :)

[@Larimuss]

Not if you need to treat scars and other spots

[@blueandbanana]

@@Larimuss I tried to go deeper and got an infection, puss, and oozing. It took longer to heal too when I tried to go deeper. I guess we need to find what works for our bodies. Thank you for sharing.

[@MO-ss5mj]

@@Larimuss more sessions over depth risk

[@elizabethbennet4791]

thank you so much for this info!!!!! ❤

[@db8562]

How thorough your video is... The details. The extremely clear photos and pointing out every single pore, line and the before and afters speak for themselves. Favorite micro needling video ever!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much! 🤗

[@peynattyl]

I just got the Dr Pen yesterday. I am looking at videos that show before & afters and almost skipped yours because I'm 53 and didn't want a 20ish year old talking to me about skin care. Well, something made me stay & watch and I'm just BLOWN away that you are now 40, right? 38 at the time of this video. Your skin is really beautiful!! I really thought you were in your early 20's!! 🥰

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you for your kind comment! I am really happy you did stop and watch the video! You look absolutely stunning by the way. I am 40 now and was around 38 during this video. I sometimes get angry comments from people telling me I shouldn't be doing these videos and should leave it to others who are older and need this. lol so no matter how rude some comments are they are actually a great compliment to me and they always shock me or make me smile. So, thank you! If you have a minute, you can also check out my before and after photos here: lifeanddiy.com/before-after-microneedling-dietary-changes-tca-glycolic-peels-10-years/ because it shows everything I've done with my skin, changes and before and afters for a variety of skincare treatments over the last 10 years. Please let me know if you ever have questions. :)

[@kani9284]

@@LifeDIY the thing is though that those in their early 40s still do look young because it IS kinda young. I don't know what people expect 40 year olds to look like seriously. 40 is in no way shape or form old. You are stunning by the way.

[@moniquevanzyl8548]

This was the BEST review of microneedling after so many sessions. Thank you for your dedication and time. Also i really appreciate the quality of the images you took, not deceptive at all. I also used the cheap needling devices and I'm quite excited to see the results of this pen😊

[@blacklightaura6777]

This is the most Virgo approach to beauty and I’m here for it, the organization here is 💯

[@LifeDIY]

This is the best comment ever! Thank you so much. You understand!

[@blacklightaura6777]

Life & DIY my best friend is a Virgo who is now my maid of honor. My life would be a mess 🤣💯

[@LifeDIY]

@@blacklightaura6777 Aww. Congratulations on the upcoming wedding. And, if she is a Virgo, what about you?

[@veroka7468]

Another Virgo here. I also really appreciate all the details. Thank you!

[@thefairygodmothers]

As a Virgo - I love this video

[@shilohbell1573]

Girl!!!! Oh my gosh! You’re my heart! So I’m turning 42 and I grew up on the beach, no sunscreen frying my skin, not taking care of myself. My young adult life was a lot of the same story. I spent some time in life beating myself up over this. I thought to myself yesterday, you know what? I had a blast! I lived my life and had so much fun. I slather my children in sunscreen now and tell them how important it is not only for their health but for their beauty. So your sentiments on all of this are awesome to me! I’m going to start a one year test with my Dr Pen, green smoothies, ice baths etc, which is why I came across your first video which had a link to this one. Thank you for the information, insight and updates! 💕

[@MsDomomuffin]

How did it go?

[@shilohbell1573]

@@MsDomomuffin oh.. so far so good.

[@LifeDIY]

I am so sorry I am seeing this thread three years late. We sound so similar and I am trying to teach my son to use sunscreen now, but he is a bit stubborn on that topic. He does appreciate my skincare help though. I hope things are going well for you! Thank you for such a sweet, thoughtful comment!

[@dereckfulminexduprez]

Hello ​@@LifeDIY, have you tried beef fat? It is a natural sun protector and have many benefits for skin while being without any cancerigenous substances,

[@allysondrake11]

Oh wow! I can see a big difference...your skin is literally glowing! I can see lines have faded, redness has pretty much disappeared & dark spots have faded! You look great! 🥰 I have only used a derma roller. But I wasn’t the most consistent with it. I have heard so many horror stories about it causing hyperpigmentation so I quit but this is giving me hope! Thanks for sharing! 😉👍🏼🥰

[@deanne609]

I love how you’re so in depth and follow through with sharing your experiences. Good to see your skin after several treatments. I bought the same pen and about to try this myself. I had a dermatologist check my skin with acne scaring and this was part of the treatment plan suggested. They wanted to charge me over 3k to start and that wasn’t for all the treatments. For the amount they said I needed it would be about 6k which to me is crazy! I will be doing this myself at home. Watching you videos have been a big help!! Thank you!

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks for such a nice comment and sorry for the late reply. That price they wanted to charge is insane! Wow! Glad you feel fine to do it yourself and i hope you have amazing results!

[@navispeters6793]

I did 8 sessions and then I waited like 4 months and did another session I love it

[@Lemonady]

38 and you still look like 20. Congrats!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you Lemonaday! I am happy for another year!

[@lindawilliams9838]

I had no idea she was 38!!! I agree she looks like she’s 20. That’s awesome!

[@Lemonady]

@@lindawilliams9838 Yes! I found her "MyDNAge" video 9 months ago when she was 37 and I was like: "No way! She looks 20." Now she looks even better!

[@Nooneis0]

OMG she looks like 25 years

[@jahanevren5246]

@@lindawilliams9838 Likewise, my jaws just dropped. I thought she is like 26!

[@Sailor.Ecilipsia]

This is literally the best video about microneedling on KZbin. THANK YOU VERY MUCH! ♥️

[@LifeDIY]

Wow, thank you! 🙏

[@fredbeija]

When you noticed your hair, that was the funniest thing today, thank you for being so informative and for that little moment that made my day.

[@claudiaglows]

You had some incredible results! In some of the pics you look older than now. You have always been gorgeous but your skin is amazing now I am definitely a big fan of micro needling and have also seen great results

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much Claudia. I know you understand! You to have had great results with it! I think I would not have noticed all the details of how things changed if I had not documented it like this. Thank you so much for watching! I want to catch up on your content too!

[@miumiu6736]

Do you guys have some advice on how to make good afters..I allways struggle to find same light and focus ect😩😧

[@claudiaglows]

miu miu that’s a really good question I think we, or at least I, have that same struggle Maybe Holly has some suggestions

[@miumiu6736]

@@claudiaglows thank you Claudia it's good to know I am not alone with this🙈

[@flowerchild2409]

This is the most amazing before and after I have seen from microneedeling, I am planning on starting microneedeling for myself, I want to do like 3-4 morpheus 8 at a low shallow depth and then microneedeling every like 5-6 weeks for a while like what you have done, this is completely amazing,

[@LifeDIY]

Flower Child🌸 thank you so much! I am really happy you found the video and I am excited for you on your skincare and microneedling journey. If you ever have questions, feel free to ask me! 💫

[@MontarboSkinCareSanDiego]

Your content is seriously next level. I need to get my shit together… LOL what an incredible documentation and results. Unbelievable!

[@LifeDIY]

Cody!!! You are too funny! I am so glad you stopped by and watched. You are amazing! You made my day! And I LOVE yoir content!

[@db8562]

I was reading your comment exactly how you would say it in your voice and I started laughing because I obsess over your videos 😂

[@littlebeebs1]

WOW ! You look 20 or younger. I almost didn’t click on your video cuz I’m 44 and figured you are so young that you’d not be fixing any aging with micro needling and I’m looking for anti aging results . Figured your video was about acne or something since you look 20 🤣. Anyway, you look amazing before and after. I also didn’t start sunscreen til my mid to late 30’s . I got great results from pro needling treatments . But I’m scared of doing it myself. I have a Derminator 2 . But I’m worried that the up and down motion could cause micro tearing since we move these devices around and have no way of knowing if the needles are in or out of the skin while moving them . I have Lance Setterfield’s book . He’s a micro needling guru and he makes that same point in his book . Glad you got stellar results. Wow ! You’re gorgeous 😊

[@evgeniaramirez2181]

Dear Holly, thank you for this video❤️ thanks to you I started my microneedling journey, I’ve had 6 treatments already and I can see incredible results, I’m soooo grateful to you😘😘😘 P.S. you are ethereally beautiful

[@LifeDIY]

Evgenia, thank you for the nice comment! I am so happy to hear you've had incredible results and you've done 6 treatments already! That is so awesome! Thank you for the sweet compliment!

[@fatimazehra490]

Are u using dr pen too?

[@evgeniaramirez2181]

@@fatimazehra490 No, just a cheap Derma pen

[@LifeDIY]

UPDATE! Here is my MOST COMPREHENSIVE MICRONEEDLING VIDEO EVER - I take you through the entire process from start to finish, plus 10 full days of followup, updates and closeups so you know exactly what to expect - kzbin.info/www/bejne/janaYoysaNNqg8k. Visit my post here: lifeanddiy.com/before-after-microneedling-dietary-changes-tca-glycolic-peels-10-years/ if you want to see ALL MY BEFORE & AFTER RESULTS OF ALL SKINCARE TREATMENTS & EXPERIMENTS I've done over the last 10 years!

[@kenyagrooves]

You're skin looks amazing! Thank you for posting this...

[@TamarasTimelessBeauty]

Wow! Your results are amazjng and you do such a great job documenting the journey! And you are gorgeous! ❤️

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much Tamara! I love doing these experiments as I really wanted to know if microneedling worked! I really appreciate you watching!

[@cdistasio]

You look fantastic. I really appreciate the video it was very very helpful. Thanks for all the hard work

[@kerrykay3665]

Wow your skin is flawless!!! Just incredible!!!

[@jds1421]

Incredible and excellent work putting together this experiment. I have had a few treatments in office and definitely see improvements like you've displayed here. Informative, straight to the point, and excellent disclaimer about not regretting or dragging yourself for enjoying life. Subscribed.

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you for such a kind comment! 🙏 Did you find it to be really painful with your in-office treatments?

[@stewartbeckman7909]

Your results are amazing. Nice to see someone with the intelligence to do the research and the fortitude then to follow through. You're both beautiful and well spoken. Thank you for you presentation.

[@tinlizziestudios4344]

Thank you so very much. I will definitely take a look at the Dr. Pen. The quality of the images, your honest surprise that it worked as well as it did really convinced me.

[@pillowprince]

wow, you aged in reverse. I'm going to start this immediately

[@LanceHitchings]

Bravo! Great video, I love your scientific approach. I especially enjoy how well you've documented everything.

[@LifeDIY]

Wow! Lance, thank you so much for stopping by and checking out this video. Your content is incredible. I just discovered your channel today and can't stop watching. :)

[@Gwen_Beautiful_Smile]

Wow, what a transformation! Great video!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! 🙏

[@anitamiko9975]

I got to get back to my microneedling regimen. This inspired me to pick up some old tools.

[@LifeDIY]

Anita, that is awesome! I need to do a session too!

[@brittei]

omg the results are incredible. My skin looks just like yours in the before pic, I am excited to start doing this!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! I am so excited for you. :)

[@DearSybersue]

Your skin looks beautiful! ❤I just started microneedling a month ago and I love it already. Thanks for posting such a great video of your personal experience!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! I am so happy to hear that and I hope you get great results. 🙏

[@deborahostmo]

you look so elegant - especially the complection is so radiant after Microneedling the result is very clear ... thanks Im convinced and will get myself one now

[@8thhousealchemist600]

Finally the info we want

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you!

[@jasmineivy2770]

wow just wow your results are inspiring ...i will be microneedling now!! you look 20 years old!!!

[@rosaparks76453]

You should also do a video "from thin to thick hair " !! the hair changes OMG !!

[@LifeDIY]

Aww thank you!!! 💜

[@CLH-k3p]

Wow it really does help reduce texture in general. I’m sold

[@danidan6486]

Thanks for your time and experiment ! Usually when people say "i will post results many months/a year later" they forget and disappear, you didn't. I can't believe you are 38yo, you look waaaay less than 30 that's incredible. Anyway, keep it up !!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much! I am so glad I did the experiment and I should start another one as I've done very little over the last year or so!

[@danidan6486]

@@LifeDIY i just started my journey now, i finished 30 minutes ago, a long way is ahead me but i will hang on. Good luck on your second round !! 💪

[@aelyse4907]

Your skin looks incredible!!!!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you!

[@shrodingersman]

Massive improvement, well done!

[@LifeDIY]

@@shrodingersman Thanks!

[@deniseyuen3253]

Amaaazing results. Just discovered your channel and completely binge watching your content! Would love to know more about your skincare routine, especially, pre, post microneedling cos I think that plays a big role in the overall results. After all the skin continues to rejuvenate way past the actual treatment, like what you hinted at re: your skin looking best 10 days later or so and then "settling down" as well... :) Thank you for your wonderful videos x

[@LifeDIY]

Denise, thank you so much! So true about the skincare being important. I am going to do a video on this really really soon - or my current routine. I think I have improved my skincare routine with products that are working better for me, after this miceoneedling experiment has ended. I made a post on my website with the before and after photos - and I share extra info - I will try to update that post today to basically share what my skincare routine was. :) Thank you for checking out the videos!

[@curiouskittycat5977]

Do you have a video about your daily routine for skin? Your skin looks amazing.

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks - I do: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mH-anYWAm9V0g7c!

[@curiouskittycat5977]

@@LifeDIY thank you !

[@hayshdhsyghsbs8052]

How on earth are you 38?!?!?!?! I seriously don’t believe that! You look like your my age, And im 22!! You are so youthful and beautiful♥️😍🔥

[@LifeDIY]

You are so sweet! Thank you!!!

[@twix3799]

I'm 22 too and she looks my age!! She's a beauty 😍

[@Startupsandsushi]

Omg no WAY you’re close to 40! I don’t mind looking like you here at 31!

[@susant8555]

I wish people would not spread that 38 year old skin looks like crap. Ladies, 38 is not old skin. OK? You're fine.

[@gre7316]

botox fools you big time, unfortunately the loss of facial expressions is very apparent

[@julieevans6427]

Great. You are young. I am 59, so it is kind of late, but I am not looking for a miracle, just an improvement. I have been learning for approximately 2,5 years now how to make my own cosmetics. Microneedling is the next step for me. I really appreciate your videos and found you after seeing many videos. The woman you mentioned, I also like😊 I am a little frightened, but I suppose that is normal when you have never done it. I am especially worried about the neck. Like you, I was a sod about not wearing sunscreen. Lovely results, you look fantastic. Greetings from Germany😊

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you, Julie! 🙏 I am sure you'll see improvements from microneedling! That's wonderful you're making your own cosmetics. I love that. If you're worried about the neck, I would just do a much lower depth (like 0.25mm) and it should be no problem and no pain!

[@missmerbella]

Such beautiful, amazing results! You didn't have many lines to begin with but the transformation just in terms of texture and discoloration is extraordinary. Thank you so much for sharing! I'm about to do my second MN treatment at 0.5mm. :)

[@LifeDIY]

Missmerbella, thank you so much! I really appreciate you watching and your comment! I really hope you have great results with your treatments!

[@Vonsat]

Your skin looks amazing after 8 sessions! I also love micro needling but I do it at home.

[@Lulu-dl3bw]

Wow what an improvement! Thank you so much for documenting it definitely gives me hope as I start my microneedling journey 😊

[@rachelann3662]

Thankyou so much for the info! Can you do a video on all your daily skincare routine and how often you use your a-ha peels ?? 🤗🤗

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Rachel! I will definitely try to do this soon! That is a great idea - thank you! I have started getting more into doing aha peels again and have been doing them once or twice a month. I also recently bought a serum which has a combination of acids - similar to a peel, and I've been using that once a week usually.

[@MarleneLiraMarrero]

Girl!!! You look younger!!❤

[@1c2h3e4u5n6g]

Super informative, very clear before and after pictures, thank you so much! 👍 Great job!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you, Tina. Glad it was helpful!

[@ktrose886]

So inspiring! Do you mind detailing if you’ve had other work done (Botox, fillers etc) because you look so good I want to run out and do all the same!

[@LifeDIY]

You are so sweet! I am glad you saw this video! I am glad microneedling really works!!! I haven't had anything else done (other than home peels, which I have videos on). :)

[@julieannharris3478]

Omg you look lovely obviously you always had the looks but you have definatly enhanced them to best and you have done a great job I hope it works for me fingers crossed

[@LifeDIY]

Aww thank you Julie and I hope you get awesome results!

[@julieannharris3478]

@@LifeDIY your welcome great information so honest nice to see this and I’m now looking forward to it all

[@taytayqueen7024]

Am I imagining it or does your fave also look..fuller in the afters? Like in a good way?

[@felipetoledo1339]

Your skin is so glamorous

[@caponetwo]

Can i ask what peel you used that was effective? Thanks in advance!

[@sofiacosta1897]

Best review of microneedling ever. Thank you for your transparency. You are beautiful and so nice. Thank you for your great tips.

[@LifeDIY]

Sofia 🌺 thank you for such a nice comment!

[@Judahthanksgiving]

Your skin looks amazing ❤

[@tanichkakop]

I’ve waited for this video! Amazing inspiring results 😍👍

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much, Maria! I am glad I finally did this video!

[@elnazeli7193]

What serum do you use during microneedling please?

[@kristinapaseru2518]

Thank you for sharing, i have been doing this and now at the 4th session. What is the time interval for each session? Do you use make up after the down time is over? I wonder if it could negatively affect the result.

[@LifeDIY]

You should usually wait one month in between the treatments, if you did a treatment that was 0.5mm deep or deeper. And, I try to wait a few days before using any makeup. I also make sure I wash and disinfect any/all makeup brushes.

[@kristinapaseru2518]

Got it. Thank you for your response. Much appreciate it. :)

[@curiouskittycat5977]

9:08 definitely the right one looks better. The left one may be a bit more zoomed in so it shows more, but even if that was true (maybe it is not) the improvement is undeniable.

[@veganmomma24b21]

Your skin looks amazing

[@iliana5361]

Soo pretty girl!, happy for your results.

[@josie4peace]

Hi Holly, I used your link for the Dr. Pen A6S for the Black Friday sale. I think you mentioned 12 pins, but maybe it's been updated, as this one has 16 pins. I got it today and am excited to try it. I have learned so much from your videos. Thank you. 🌲☃

[@LifeDIY]

Awesome! I hope you get great results! :)) Merry Christmas too!

[@glenwoodfin]

The before and after pictures clearly show a dramatic improvement. Your technique works!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you Glen!

[@58479ishere]

Wow what a stark difference at 8:37 !! Thank you so much for this, this is by FAR the most comprehensive before and after video I've seen on microneedling yet; most videos only show the afters after 1, or if we're lucky, two sessions...so your video & results are freaking awesome! I just love the thorough-ness of your videos in general though. I do have a few questions for you: 1) What depth did you do underneath your eyes , cuz I have a few sunspots literally in my tear troughs that I'd like to get rid of 2) What depth did you normally do on your face overall - did you keep it at 0.5 and/or did you increase the strength when you went over any scars/sunspots/lines/nasolabial folds? 3) Did you do the circular technique for the majority of these - I believe you addressed this in your older videos but just wanted to confirm 4) I know you use hyaluronic acid for these treatments but how do you feel about stem cell serums? On Penn Smith's channel she doesn't recommend them because the majority seem to be fruit stem cells? 5) Can i do this on my lips to increase the collagen? My upper lip on my left side is more uneven & I'd like to see if I can rectify that w/out fillers PS. I can't wait for your hair MN sessions! I have the same issue, and from what I've seen recommended here on KZbin, it DOES seem that you have to do the sessions at a higher depth point

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much! I wanted this to be comprehensive. I am glad it was helpful! I appreciate your comment! I will try my best to answer your questions. :) 1. Underneath my eyes I often did 0.5mm. If you were to have it done in an office, they would not go deeper than that generally. If I have it on a setting lower than that, I can not maneuver the pen into that area very well. So in order to get it into that skin at all, I put it at 0.5mm. I wish they had a cartridge that was not as wide so it would be easier to treat this area. I hope that makes sense. 2. On my face I normally did 0.5mm and then in areas of extra lines I would do 1 or 1.5mm briefly. I would also go deeper at 1 or 1.5mm in the area under my cheekbones as the skin can handle it fine on the lower cheeks. The very last treatment I did, I wasn't having much pain and I did a lot more of my face at 1.5mm. I am not sure what type of difference that may make but I know it isn't recommended! 3. About the circular technique - I did that a little bit and other than that I would usually go up and down and then over that area sideways. 4. I am curious about stem cell serums and products used in a professional setting. Penny mentioned in one of her videos that her office uses a specific brand called AnteAge but She said that since we cannot get that as home users, she recommends just hyaluronic serum. Turns out I researched this product she mentioned and found that they are now selling it to home users here: anteage.com/collections/microneedling/products/anteage-home-microneedling-system and I have been very interested in trying it. I am pretty sure but not totally positive this is the same one. It's the same name! So, I am interested in it. But, I also think most of the benefits from needling come from the needling itself. But, we will see! 5. From what I've learned, doing it on the lips doesn't work very well. I attempted it once and it was not very fun. The needles almost were getting stuck in my skin a little. I ended up just doing it on the area surrounding and a tiny bit into my lips. It sounds like a good concept. But, for some reason the skin is quite different there. Penny talked about this in one of her videos. I think it might be better to nano needle them. :) Also, I hope the MN hair sessions work too! I think they will but we will see. Thanks for the nice comment!

[@58479ishere]

@@LifeDIY Wow, thank you so much for your patience in answering all my questions! You are literally one of the only youtubers I follow who seem to answer all of their followers questions and for that I am super thankful :) Thank you for the AnteAge recommendation and for your passion for MN and innovative anti-aging techniques that you constantly share with all of us! Can't wait for more of your videos

[@xenialozano703]

Can you show us a videos of how you use Dr. pen and the setting for different areas of the face.

[@mariahbrown2659]

Thank you for your vulnerability! This video was so helpful!

[@LifeDIY]

Aww thank you for such a nice comment!

[@dontmissend]

can i use 2.5mm darma roller under eyes is safe or note ? please answer me i have dark circle and finelines my age 23

[@j9fire]

Thanks for sharing your experiences! A lot could be at play with the differences in the pictures. The time of year makes a huge difference with our skin. Winter is typically dry and irritating to skin, resulting in more wrinkles and redness. The before photo was taken in January (typically a harsh weather month), and the after in June (typically a mild month). Also, diet and drinking enough water are factors. Cleansers, serums, sunscreens, and moisturizers affect our skin. And then there is stress. All this considered, you’ve got some real improvements! I’m not sure where you learned that you need to wait so long between treatments. My understanding is that you only need to wait for the time it takes for healing the micro piercing: One week for 0.5 and two weeks for 1.0.

[@xinliu9169]

Thank you for sharing, can I ask how long have you had your sun damaging freckles and how many MN treatment did you do to get rid of those freckles? Thanks

[@sides1974]

Thank you for sharing!!!!!!!!! Ur results are incredible 👍🤩

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you!!!

[@miumiu6736]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY 💖💖💖💖💖

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much!!!

[@travelwings8809]

Your skin looks flawless!! And you look gorgeous!! 🥹❤️ Thank you for this video. 💕 One of my colleagues is starting her own cosmetic studio and she told me how micro needling can greatly benefit you if you start in your 20s. I’m very much into skin care so I hope I get the right tools to do it myself. 🤞🏼🩷

[@LifeDIY]

Awesome! Thank you for the sweet comment and I bet starting early could make a big difference. It seems like starting at any age can be beneficial. :)I hope your treatments go well! 🙏

[@35413541ful]

Awsome!!, thank you for sharing!! You answered many questions I had. For example the depth you would use for better results, I don’t have to experiment as you have done it for me!! Now I hope I can do it right without wandering. Thank you for mentioning the micro needling for hair grow. Now I know 1.5 is better!!

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Angelica! I am so glad the video answered some of your questions. The depth question is a good one. I know most experts will say not to go deeper than 0.5mm at home for safety reasons. And, for most of my treatments on my face I did mostly 0.5mm with going deeper below the cheekbones where the skin could handle it (I would sometimes do 1 or 1.5mm) and then in certain areas I wanted to work on more - on lines, I would go to 1 or 1.5mm. My very last treatment I did which was months ago, I decided to test things by going a lot deeper than normal for a lot of my face, and did 1.5mm. I was surprised that it wasn't more painful but I feel like I've gotten kind of used to it. It seems like 0.5mm really can have great results though! :)

[@35413541ful]

Life & DIY would the speed also vary depending on the depth? How did u do it? I would like to start w/ 1.5 on my deep wrinkles on my face. I wander if a 2 would be ok for the neck. I think my skin is similar to yours and I am tolerant to pain as well so not afraid as long as the results are positive and risks are moderate. Thank you!!

[@LifeDIY]

@@35413541ful For me, I always did the highest speed. :) Be really careful with the neck though as the skin is different. For me, I've only done 0.5mm on the neck and I was so surprised it didn't hurt at all! I would test it out at a lower level first. :)

[@shilohbell1573]

Oh! I’m excited! You look incredible! 😍☀️💕🧚🏻‍♀️

[@jahmisha09]

Your skin looks phenomenal. I have a dr pen and I’m going to start mn sessions but I also want to start with glycolic peels. Any recommendations on frequency of both?

[@coleydance]

Wow! Great results! Thank you for sharing!

[@LifeDIY]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@eriq12402]

How long do you rest between each session? Great video btw.

[@LifeDIY]

The professionals recommend waiting a month before doing the treatment again. I often go a couple months in between. :)

[@estherstone4860]

Thank you for this video. I saw a real change in your face.

[@LifeDIY]

Thabk you! 🙏

[@DocJaeBass]

Just found you from Lance Hitchings channel on longevity. Never heard of micro needling - not surprising as an older man, we typically don't much care. But with the prospect of life or at least health extension, it may become more important (who wants to look 110). So thanks for the well documented introduction to this process. I'll go back through your videos for more information. However, is there a particular video I should look at, and is there a style of equipment that is best? Thanks for your help.

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Jason! Sorry for such a late reply! I do have a video or two showing how I microneedle at home. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZm3Y31vp9N3pLM and if you were really going to try it, you may want to check out videos by Penn Smith Skincare on youtube as she is an expert and explains it all in depth as well. That is where I learned how to do it safely. If you want something less invasive (this is invasive and painful) and super safe, an alternative is here in my video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mpaygnukjad_bLM (nano needling). And you can still get great results with it. I know guys aren't usually too into skincare generally, but since you are into longevity - you may want to checkout: lifeanddiy.com/RenueSkincareBlackFriday The skincare with Alive By Science has NAD+ in it and it is a transdermal delivery of liposomes - to help get it into the skin deeply and the excess into the bloodstream. :)

[@ashimdas3058]

Awesome looks ma'am!!!

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Ashim. :)

[@teresabyars4595]

I think you had great results....interesting how it lightens your freckles, scars, etc!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much, Teresa! I agree!

[@komoru]

Fantastic results!

[@dimensionsbynik]

I'd really love to see the hairline and brow treatments at 1.5! I'm assuming prep would be the same for hair (no hats following, etc.) Loving the content! As a student esthetician, I'm glad I found your channel!

[@LifeDIY]

Thanks Nik! I am so glad you asked about this as I am going to start treating this area. I should have done it a long time ago. A week ago I got footage of the hairline as a before video. So, I may start the treatment today there at 1.5mm since I just showered and the scalp is all clean and ready to go. I will do the brows too!

[@Conqueror4Life]

@@LifeDIY did you micro needle the whole face at 0.5? I just purchased the machine but don’t know how much to use for each face section?

[@MC-pt9sq]

Thanks so much for this very informative and carefully considered video. I am really interested to hear how you go using the microneedling on other scars.

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you! I will definitely keep doing experiments with it and keep everyone posted. Thanks so much for the support and nice comment!

[@kayblossom8505]

Wow this is really cool. So in depth. New subscriber here. Do you have a video showing how you did it and what exactly you used by any chance? X

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you, Kay! Yes here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/janaYoysaNNqg8k

[@kayblossom8505]

@@LifeDIY oh thank you !! 🥰

[@AmKDWIFE]

I'm buying one these things today!!! I thought you were a kid! Wow!

[@LifeDIY]

That comment is too funny! Thanks for making my day! I hope you get some awesome results!!!

[@ZachariahTheWitch]

Wow! I have a dermapen, and this is really encouraging for my treatments.

[@LifeDIY]

Awesome!

[@dailyd2790]

You look wonderful. I can't believe your 38❤ not that its a bad thing you honestly look closer to your 20's. Thank you for the information 🙏 😊

[@billionairep]

your skin looks great ! can't wait for my dr pen to come in the mail so I am able to record my experience!

[@LifeDIY]

So exciting! I hope you will get great results and definitely document them too!

[@caseywolfie]

Mine just arrived today and I’m scared to get started, but this totally inspired me! I’m going to watch your other videos to see how you did it and which hyaluronic acid you used

[@moranichchhayrasmei8544]

HI your skin become very beautiful, I have some question and will appreciate your answer, can I use a numb cream to ease the pain ? or it is bearable without numb cream? thank and your video is very good

[@Bunnymum333]

Can u mcironeedle your eyelids? Mine seem dry/ sagging . I would like to go over 0.25 or nano in this area. Your skin looks amazing

[@EllaEldadi]

best review out there.thanks!

[@TimothyLeeMSOTCPT]

Thanks for being honest about your results and waiting quite a bit of time to really show the results. Tbh, I'd already thought your skin looked really good since I've subbed lol but now that you show the side-by-side, you can really tell the difference! Also, read the comment below about you being 38... you really do look like you're in your 20's! I'm in my 30's too and constantly get that I'm in my 20's as well hahaha

[@LifeDIY]

Timothy, thank you so much for the nice comment! About looking like I'm in my 20s - I know people on here are nice and say that but I think maybe the youtube lighting just makes people look a bit better! But, I still appreciate it! Though, I did have a really weird incident at a military surplus store with my son a year ago. I think it has more to do with my height though. We walked in and the guy sort of yelled to us as we entered that he needed to see our IDs. I stared at him in confusion, but ok. He thought we were 16! haha. He figured it out pretty quickly and apologized and I'm thining, "no apologies necessary," haha. :)) life is funny sometimes! You look great, fit and healthy and I think that contributes to looking younger too.

[@TimothyLeeMSOTCPT]

@@LifeDIY Haha I went to a movie theater with my wife to watch an R rated movie when we lived in New York City. We were in our late 20's then. The kid at the counter asked to see my ID. He goes, "whoa, you're older than you look." I took it as a compliment. Though, when I started as a personal trainer in my early 20's, I did have people decline my services because they thought I looked too young. I guess you win some, you lose some! I guess in my 20's, I looked like I was in my teens lol I guess in your situation, the person at the military surplus store must have thought you and your son were sister and brother instead!

[@LifeDIY]

@@TimothyLeeMSOTCPT Ok, so you totally understand! That is too funny. Being in your late 20s and still getting carded for a movie is pretty amazing! haha. I remember in my early 20s having the same thing. That sounds rough though if it starts to impact things in a negative way with work, but hopefully it is better now!

[@TimothyLeeMSOTCPT]

@@LifeDIY I start my internship at the hospital next week so hopefully my young looks won't affect how patients see me. But I guess I'll be all geared up and in a mask, so it should be fine! I'm just happy I don't have the crazy hours of a personal trainer anymore!

[@LifeDIY]

@@TimothyLeeMSOTCPT Good luck! That is super exciting! You will do well!

[@MyLongevityExperiment]

Hi Holly, Great honest review!

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you Vince!

[@mariaflores8299]

Wow!! Love the improvement. So when you do this you can not go out is that right

[@juniperandspice]

38! I’m mind blown! I thought the latest was in your twenties!

[@LifeDIY]

Wow thank you!!!

[@karensingh7999]

Hi there, your video is super informative. What do you apply to your face right after micro-needling? And is there anything I should avoid?

[@LifeDIY]

Hi Karen! For me, I just use the pure hyaluronic serum (there should be a link to it in the description) and that night I will also spray my face with water if it is sore or inflamed feeling. You might want to checkout videos by Penn Smith Skincare on youtube - as she shares exactly what to use or avoid after. I can tell you for sure to avoid vitamin C products for about 5 days.

[@patriciabrown3253]

I just go the Dr. Pen M8 with 16 needle...can you tell me will I harm my sink if I don't do the movement of the pen properly.....should I go in circles or up and down and then across.....also how long does it usually take to microneedle you entire face...just so I have an Idea of how long I should be working on each area...I'm new at this and age 77....not that many lines but a few on forehead and around eyes and around lip area (I won't do the lips but the area above and below).....thanks in advance for any help...

[@kelterskelter4]

It depends on how thin your skin is. If you are fragile skinned then be gentle. Do as many passes as you can until the skin is a bit red. Thicker skinned people can be a little more aggressive with how many passes they can tolerate. It doesn't matter what kind of pattern you use as long as your skin is nicely red w/o being bloody or deep red. I am 60 and also love the 16 pin they seem to have the oomph that I need on this older skin. Anything above that feels superficial.

[@lesterh9421]

Hi, I'm super impressed by the result, and thank you for your long experiment and pictures, It must've been quite an effort. I really appreciate. I have a question, it seems you don't have much acne scar(like rolling scars or pitted scars) Do you think it is going to work for acne scars? and Are your pictures taken by same device and same camera application? Thank you for your help

[@LifeDIY]

Thank you so much for the nice comment. I am so glad I did the experiment. I'm going to do an update in the near future. It's been so long and I'm still doing treatments, just not as often. For your question - I have heard that it can be effective for these types of scars. I don't know of anything quite as effective as MN for scars. I know some people do cross TCA peels. But, I've read more about MN for scars than anything else. There are numerous studies on it. Here is one study excerpt that is very promising when it comes to MN to improve acne scars: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31985622/ There were 120 patients, it was a long-term study and here are the results: Patients received one to six consecutive monthly microneedling treatments. All scars improved at least 50 percent after an average of 2.5 treatments. Over 80 percent of patients had 50 to 75 percent improvement, and 65 percent of patients demonstrated over 75 percent improvement. No significant clinical differences were observed in treatment responses of facial scars versus nonfacial scars nor between responses of atrophic acne scars and traumatic or surgical scars. For my experiment, the same camera was used but my before pictures weren't taken in the same location with the same lighting. In the future when I do a new update, the photos will really be a lot similar - meaning the lighting and setup will be much more similar so it's easier to see any changes. :)