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You notice it when your makeup catches on a dry patch, or when you wash your face and feel little bumps you can barely see. Then you start looking for something that might help, and suddenly you’re comparing serums, clinic treatments and a roller with tiny needles.
Before you buy anything, take a closer look at what you’re noticing.
Is it dry roughness, bumps or old marks?
If your skin feels tight, rough or irritated, start with a gentle cleanser, moisturiser and daytime sunscreen. If you’re still breaking out, skip rolling over active spots. If the bumps keep coming back, or you’re seeing little dents left by old breakouts, a dermatologist can help you work out what’s causing the texture and which options are worth considering.
That distinction matters if you’re thinking about microneedling. A clinician can assess your skin and choose a treatment for your concern. Studies of professional microneedling can’t tell you whether a home roller will smooth your skin or how long it would take.
Still curious about rolling at home? Take a closer look.
The first time you look at a microneedle roller, it’s easy to have more questions than answers. How small are the needles? What needs cleaning? Do you replace the whole thing?
Bowie’s roller has a replaceable 0.5 mm head. The Complete Kit puts the roller, Cleaning Spray, Chill Serum and a protective case together. In the video below, you can see the actual kit and get a feel for what you’d be bringing into your routine.
“I was worried it would hurt.”
That was Vicki’s first concern, too. Here’s how she described rolling in her Complete Kit review:
“Was worried it would hurt and it feels actually really good and relaxing.”
How it feels varies. Rolling can be uncomfortable, and skin can feel sore or irritated afterwards. There’s also a risk of infection, scarring or changes in skin colour. Skip rolling over active breakouts, cold sores, broken or infected skin, or an eczema flare. If you scar easily, take blood thinners or have a condition that affects healing, check with a healthcare professional first.
Could you see yourself using it?
Before you decide, look at what’s in the kit, how the roller needs to be cleaned and when the head needs replacing. If that feels like a routine you’d keep up, you can see the full kit and current price here.
