A dermaroller is a tool that is often used in microneedling procedures - made up of hundreds of microneedles, it is used to create micro-injuries on the skin. The use of dermarollers was strictly clinical when they first started out, but have seeped into at-home routines as well. And while dermarolling is a safe procedure, it is not recommended to be carried out at home. According to our in-house expert, Dr. Sadhana Deshmukh, "As the name suggests, dermarollers are facial rollers consisting of needles of varying length and thickness. It is primarily a clinical treatment and helps stimulate collagen in the skin, leading to collagen remodelling. It is also designed to help deal with thick skin texture and resurface it superficially, making it useful for fading acne scars. It is a superficial treatment, not very deep; but I would still not recommend it to be done at home, due to chances of unwanted infections."
