Derma roller Rash! Help!

by Vickie

Dermaroller rash! Help!

I've been using the derma rolling system for a few weeks. I was hoping it could get rid of my under eye wrinkles and crow’s feet.

I don't really have any wrinkles on my face except for around my eyes so I thought derma rolling can help because it's supposed to build collagen.

But now a few weeks in I'm noticing red, irritated and slightly itchy skin around my eyes. I think it's a dermaroller rash.

I know you can't help me with a rash, but I'm definitely going to stop dermarolling.

So, what can I do to help reduce those lines and crepy skin under my eyes?

Thanks Vickie.

Editor's Note:

Hi Vickie,

Thanks for writing! I'm glad you've decided to stop dermarolling, especially around your eyes. Personally, that's one area I wouldn't feel comfortable using an at-home dermaroller.

Since you're already dealing with redness and itching, I'd leave that area alone for now. Skip the retinol, vitamin C, and facial massage until your skin has settled down. If the irritation doesn't go away or gets worse, I'd have a dermatologist take a look.

Now, about those under-eye wrinkles!

I know exactly what you mean about those tiny crinkly lines. I've dealt with them myself, and they're not always easy to improve.

Here are a few things I've tried:

1. Moisturizing: Keeping the area well moisturized can help those little lines look less noticeable, especially when dryness makes them stand out more.

2. Retinol and vitamin C: I use both in my regular skincare routine. Retinol can help improve fine lines over time, although it can also be irritating, particularly near the eyes. I wouldn't try either product on skin that's already irritated.

3. Facial exercises and massage: I've been doing facial exercises for years, including my Circle Up Rub massage. I've been happy with some of the changes I've noticed, although I wouldn't expect exercises to erase wrinkles. And I'd definitely skip massage until your skin has recovered.

4. Instant eye-tightening serums: I've also tried serums that temporarily smooth the look of under-eye lines and puffiness. They don't treat the wrinkles themselves, but some can make a visible difference for a few hours.

You can read more about the products I've tried on my under-eye serum testing page.

And if you're interested in the exercises I use, you can see my experience and before-and-after pictures on my facial exercise page.

But for now, I'd concentrate on letting that irritation clear up before trying anything new.

Hope this helps, Vickie!

Linda