What ONE YEAR of Microneedling Did To My Skin... | Acne Scarring Before & After | Banisher 2.0

Hiya! I've received some questions on my original microneedling video asking for an update - so here you go! These are my results after one year of at-home microneedling. By no means is my skin completely healed of acne scars, but I think microneedling has definitely improved the overall texture of my skin and has definitely smoothed out the edges of the rolling scars on my cheeks.
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00:00 - 01:42 Intro
01:43 - 02:23 Acne Scarring
02:24 - 04:21 The Microneedler I Use (Banisher 2.0)
04:22 - 05:56 Serums I Use After Microneedling
05:57 - 06:24 How Often I Microneedle
06:25 - 09:02 How To Microneedle At Home
09:03 - 10:40 Scarring Update
10:41 - 11:18 Outro
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[@carltonlong1985]

It looks to have created more collagen in your face. The scars look less deep and prominent. I would say a strong 40% improvement.

[@katetucker1452]

Thanks for continuing to take us along on your skincare journey, Brianna! Congratulations on all the work you've put into finding solutions. Very happy for you!

[@BriannaJane]

Thanks so much for following along Kate! :D

[@kevinnichol8855]

I researched that 1mm or even 1.5 mm is the depth you need for healing scar tissue. They sell adjustable derma stamps. The professionals of course will say its only safe if you pay them a bunch of money to do it for you but they are only going to do they same thing as you at home. The only difference would be numbing cream and new needles every treatment. It would be much cheaper to buy a new stamp every round than to pay the pros and get the same results

[@louise_8546]

Yeah, I haven't microneedled for a while but the narrative seems to have completely changed over the years. So many on skincare forums were happily using 1.5mm rollers (though, stamps are better as they don't drag the skin and are less painful) but many aestheticians are warning against people doing longer than eg, 0.25mm or so at home....Why? If you research carefully and take your time, why not? It's because they want your business and they try to scare people. Also, being used as a hair growth tool is a new one on me - surely I should look like a sasquatch by now XD

[@Sure_Sir]

​@@louise_8546I bought myself a Dr pen and with a lot of research, I discovered stamping it rather than gliding it will give amazing results, and you don't have to worry about causing further damage to your skin. Plus, the cartridges are cheap.

[@petermullenberg_worldchampion]

go with 2.5ml microneedling pen. it did wonders for my acne skin. i do it myself at home. it's easy... 90 of the scars are gone.

[@BriannaJane]

That’s such a great result!

[@petermullenberg_worldchampion]

Yes but it did it every month. Did 12 treatments. 16 needles cartridge. I do it very intens, it hurts. Speed 6 depths 2.5mm. Does damage but I took the risk. It worked very well for you as well

[@leobarnet3662]

@@petermullenberg_worldchampion how long before the redness died down after a session?

[@leobarnet3662]

to the point that nobody would notice you done it

[@J3nnycat]

@@petermullenberg_worldchampionwhat pen do you use?

[@Arielle1Celeste]

You can do 1mm needling on your cheeks at home every 4-6 weeks. The 0.5mm you are currently doing on your forehead is deep enough for that area every 4-6 weeks, Any deeper than 1mm on the face should be done by a professional.

[@MizziProductions]

I can’t wait to get a microneedling appointment. Unfortunately my skin is too bad and I have too many active breakouts to get it. It seems like a never ending struggle.

[@BriannaJane]

Ugh it is a frustrating cycle, but I have my fingers crossed for you!

[@NancyMartinez-pp3oi]

Hi I was breaking out really bad aswell I started using Image skincare which was recommended by an esthetician I would recommend going to one I hope your skin clears up ❤❤❤

[@kdf-e9e]

I can relate! I had to wait so much time until I had my first dermapen session because I always had active acne all over my face. But eventually my face cleared and I got the chance to start my sessions.

[@luisraymundocastaneda4879]

hi! are you moisturizing? I stopped my acne just by doing that (and eating better)

[@MizziProductions]

@@luisraymundocastaneda4879 Thank you. I have an appointment with a dermatologist in January so hopefully I’ll be on accutane then I can look at microneedling.

[@busraliga9734]

Unfortunately 0.5 is not enough depth to produce collagen because it is not going to the layer of skin it should be you need to use 1.00 mm everyone is talking about it here there is alot if video about it

[@greyzia0405]

Thank you for sharing your progress! 🙂

[@diddlybop]

In sorry it did not really look like an improvement… it looked the same wish you the best of luck!

[@NirvanaDreamGarden]

You can’t really tell if it’s working or not since the lighting is so dark which can hide scars.

[@gabbyvlogz4563]

Thanks for info ,I was wandering what size of needle should I use?

[@Joannabanana1989]

Is your stamp dry when you use it or is there still alcohol on it? It takes like an hour for my stamp to dry after soaking and I honestly don’t like waiting so long to use it.

[@BriannaJane]

@@Joannabanana1989 mine is dry when I use it! Perhaps you need to use a higher % of alcohol, it should evaporate quite quickly :)

[@Joannabanana1989]

Is 70% too low? I read online that is what is recommended. I have 90% as well but read 70% kills bacteria more. It is very humid here so I assume it has to do with that. Our dehumidifier is full several times a day in the basement!

[@BanishTV]

@@Joannabanana1989 Hi there! Yes, we recommend using a 70% isopropyl alcohol. Let it air dry first before stamping on your skin :)

[@louise_8546]

I'm not sure why you can't do 1.5mm (which is recommended for scarring) at home, as many on EDS (the skincare forum I haunted for a few years some time ago!) were doing this, and there were a variety of ages and skin concerns on there. The Dermastamp is better than the roller, anyway, especially for beginners, as it's less likely you will tear the skin. I realise you have been using 0.5mm needle length but microneedling 1-2 times a week or every week or two seems excessive...? It's generally recommended to do it every 6 weeks or so, to give your skin time to heal and replenish. You look great, btw and I absolutely know the pain and stress of acne and what a number it does on your self esteem!

[@manuelavendano3891]

Has it gotten better?

[@SlickBoiMoi]

Why not just buy your own microneedle pen and go deeper than a .5 penetration. You'll definitely see major improvements in less time.

[@BriannaJane]

A great idea if you have the correct training! Or the money to see someone who is trained. But needling into the deeper layers of the skin without the correct technique can cause even worse scarring and damage to the skin

[@SlickBoiMoi]

@@BriannaJane well if you feel safer going to someone who has been trained by all means. I’m telling you from my experience it really isn’t complicated but good luck

[@LauraB.335]

@@BriannaJane- agree with you! Even the experts in the field of microneedling, who used to go deeper, are coming to a less-is-more approach and using .25-.50, instead of going any deeper. In fact, they’re finding people get the same results over time without the issues of going deeper.

[@garrysingh3337]

I have mix of ice pick, round, box like scars on my face. I purchased dermastamp for microneedling. What should be used: 1. before stamping to clean dermaroller/dermastamp and face? 2. same day on face after stamping/microneedling session? 3. next day onwards after the stamping/microneedling session? 4. Can we use Retinol/Tretinoin, Vit c, Hyaluronic acid, Glycolic acid, icing, collagen supplement etc. next day onwards after dermarolling/microneedling? Please recommend generic products instead of something that I can get only with a certain brand. You can suggest the brand along with the generic product. Thanks in advance (: @@SlickBoiMoi

[@Femflorette]

@@LauraB.335yes I’ve heard this as well! 🥳

[@shravanr3569]

Is your hair falling out during acne treatment?

[@blynn999]

Thank you for this! I’ve started today

[@BriannaJane]

Good luck!! 🤞

[@SnehalG3]

Can you give update about your experience?

[@anonanon9773]

Did u see any improvement?

[@blynn999]

@@anonanon9773 yes, I did. You have to be very consistent. I’ve gotten compliments as well.

[@KikinaKepoper]

🪡: I did microneeling its been qa week now mu face pilled a little but i noticed the darkness fot wors and it didn’t fade away 🥺

[@Midnights581]

Very informative!

[@kittycommander1]

It really doesnt look like it did anything. Pretty disappointing. I was planning to buy it but it looks kinda pointless.

[@busraliga9734]

It did not work because she is using wring depth

[@katlene6536]

Hi, how often do you use it in a week?

[@BriannaJane]

I was using it once every 1-2 weeks! Sometimes only once a month depending on how my skin was doing

[@katlene6536]

@@BriannaJane thank you so much! 🥰

[@garrysingh3337]

I have mix of ice pick, round, box like scars on my face. I purchased dermastamp for microneedling. What should be used: 1. before stamping to clean dermaroller/dermastamp and face? 2. same day on face after stamping/microneedling session? 3. next day onwards after the stamping/microneedling session? 4. Can we use Retinol/Tretinoin, Vit c, Hyaluronic acid, Glycolic acid, icing, collagen supplement etc. next day onwards after dermarolling/microneedling? Please recommend generic products instead of something that I can get only with a certain brand. You can suggest the brand along with the generic product. Thanks in advance (: @@katlene6536

[@rakiajaber9714]

Hi Dear My Advise To You Don't Use V C Now ???? put hyaluronic acid before stamp and after ,you can use it through the week with your moisturizer 😜😜😜

[@BSG0005]

Will it help re-pigment white scars?

[@BanishTV]

Hi there! As long as it's not keloidal/raised, it works great for scars!

[@nessa555g]

@@BanishTVwhat about red marks from picking at my skin from months ago

[@dishanimaleesha3100]

Hello please reply to this. Can I use this banisher 2.O forever or should I replace it?

[@BriannaJane]

Hey! Banish recommends you should replace it after every 10 uses, since the needles can become blunt after this amount of use :)

[@zamaanarpitaa7782]

can i use moisturiser after needling?

[@BanishTV]

Hi there! Yes, you can still apply a moisturizer after microneedling. Just make sure that it doesn't contain any active ingredients to avoid negative skin reaction. :)

[@anonanon9773]

@@BanishTV Hello, do you recommend using vitamin C after micro needling?

[@سومر-ض3ش]

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[@MoorishExperience]

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[@arrow1042]

Hi! Is it effective?

[@BriannaJane]

I think so! Obviously getting microneedling professionally done in a clinic would probably provide more fast and noticeable results, but I have seen improvements using this tool at home! Hope this helps :)

[@m3abdi]

This is paid advertising STOP MISLEADING PEOPLE.

[@BriannaJane]

Thanks for watching! Not sure if you watched the whole video, but I am talking about the process of microneedling in general, and feature the at-home tool that I have been using for the past year that I really recommend - not misleading at all! I don't agree to much sponsored content, so feel free to watch my other videos instead if this one bothers you 😁

[@MizziProductions]

You can often tell when a person’s intentions are a bit suspect, and that’s not the vibe I get here. When you’ve had bad acne and you find something that works, you want to tell the world. It just so happens that this was with a sponsored video. Let’s not shit on small creators for some small sense of power.

[@BriannaJane]

@@MizziProductions Thank you for your support 🥹 Good luck with your derm appointment & skin journey!!

[@Jess1234]

It works ,the first time I tried it was a few days ago I can tell the difference as soon as I was done with the first session I can’t wait to try the next one