A 24-year-old was left with a “horrific” scar on her left cheek after a microneedling procedure intended to reduce acne marks ended with her having to go to the hospital for a chemical burn.
Highlights24-year-old Melia Nielsen suffered chemical burns after a microneedling procedure.Nielsen faced excessive skin damage and was advised not to use harsh products.FDA warns against microneedling for those on acne meds due to heightened skin fragility.Potential risks include dryness, redness; severe complications like scars are rare but possible.
The technique, which became popular after high-profile celebrities such as Naomi Campbell and Kourtney Kardashian advocated for it, is said to help with scarring and promote collagen and elastin growth.
Nielsen recalled how the clinician went through the affected area more than necessary, damaging her skin and forcing her to go to a hospital, where she was told that her face would never return to normal.
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A 24-year-old woman was left with a large scar after being chemically burned during a microneedling procedure
Image credits:Melia Nielsen
Nielsenexplained how her first session went smoothly, but things took a turn for the worse during her second visit to theskincareestablishment in July.
“The clinician didn’t mention any issues at the time, even though I was bleeding,” she recalled. “It was only days later she messaged me, acknowledging the excessive bleeding, which she had tried to clean with a toner or similar product, but that just stung the fresh, open skin.”
Instead of the redness that was expected, the 24-year-old noticed a stark white skin patch on her face. When she brought this up to her clinician, they dismissed her, advising her to simply monitor the area and avoid harsh products.
“They told me I had achemical burn,” Nielsen explained, adding that she then spent weeks dealing with itching and discomfort as her skin healed.
“Even now, if I rub my finger over it, it’s a completely different texture to the rest of my face,” she added. “Make sure to research thoroughly, have consultations, and choose your skincare wisely.”
The FDA warns against microneedling for users who are taking acne medication, as it weakens the skin, increasing the likelihood of damage
While microneedling devices are often marketed as improving skin texture, reducing scarring, and providing anti-aging properties, the organization noted that the procedure is not without risks and urged users to do proper research before undergoing it.
Common risks associated with its use include dryness, tightness, peeling, and redness, while more severe complications like scarring and pigmentation changes are rarer but still possible.
Other contraindications for microneedling include sun exposure, specific allergies, immune deficiencies, and certain skin conditions, all of which patients must inform the clinician about to avoid damaging their skin.
The FDA also stressed the importance of using proper hygiene protocols, including replacing needle cartridges for each session and sterilizing the equipment properly.
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