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Considering microneedling at home? Read this.

Microneedling with the Dermapen4 is an advanced treatment and natural form of rejuvenation which leads to radiant, tighter more even skin, and a bright and radiant glow.
It also can treat a wide range of skin concerns including acne, fine lines & wrinkles, pigmentation and more, so its soaring popularity is no surprise.
The great news is, when done right, you can now maximise in-clinic Dermapen4 results with Dermapen HOME without compromising on skin safety or results.
HOME Pen: benefits, safety and results
Before we delve into Dermapen HOME, know that it’s safe to use. For effective microneedling, ensure your skin is prepped with Dp Dermaceuticals. These products optimise the procedure, ensuring minimal downtime and radiant results.
Once skin is prepped, adjust the device settings for depth and speed. Start at the lowest depth for at-home novices, gradually increasing. Dermapen HOME’s shallow depth yields great results even when used weekly.
Safety tip: Needles are single-use and sterile. Dispose after each use for maximum safety.
During a skin expert led in-clinic Dermapen4 session, your skin’s condition is evaluated, and the ideal penetration depth is determined. Specific skin concerns like scarring might necessitate deeper penetration for optimal results. For deeper penetration, a controlled and sterile environment is imperative to ensure a safe and risk-free experience.
Use Dermapen HOME to complement clinical treatments and maximise your results.
- When coupled with Dp Dermaceuticals skincare (which is especially formulated to be needled in to the skin) up to 80% more of the actives (like Vitamin A, C and Niacinamide) are absorbed. When other products are used, this can lead to disappointing results and permanent skin damage
- Dermapen HOME boosts collagen and elastin in skin
- Quick and comfortable – 1920 micro-punctures per second
- Get controlled and predictable results, unlike rollers that can tear and drag skin
- It is part of a skincare system (or ‘synergy of solutions’) designed to give all round glow



How to use
The Dermapen HOME device comes with a full set of instructions for the very best results.
Home protocols are an important part of the DermapenWorld synergised solutions which are designed to achieve and keep the results you want.
Follow this step-by-step guide to perform your Dermapen HOME microneedling procedures with complete confidence.
- Charge your Dermapen HOME Battery
Your Dermapen HOME product is powered by a single, rechargeable battery. Two rechargeable batteries have been provided in your kit. Charge the Battery. Place the Battery into the provided Charger. Plug the USB A cable end into a power source. Install the Battery. Insert the fully charged battery into your pen. - Register your Dermapen HOME Pen
You will not be able to use your product if you do not complete this step. This also ensures warranty of the product. Download the Dermapen HOME app. Install the App on your device, follow the prompts on the App and create an account. Turn on your pen. Press and hold the Power Button for 3 seconds until you hear a ‘beep’. NOTE: your Pen will automatically turn off after 2 minutes of inactivity. Register and Sync your Pen. Select the + Register icon and follow the prompts to register and sync your new Pen. - Clean your pen
Your Pen must be cleaned before each use to avoid contaminants causing infection. Clean your Pen wiping it down with disinfectant wipes.
Do not submerge your Pen in liquid. - Attach a new, sterile needle
Unwrap a sterile needle cartridge from the sealed wrapper, attach the needle to your pen by placing it in the end of the Pen. Twist clockwise, until you cannot twist anymore. Leave the Safety Cap on for now. - Prepare treatment region
There are 6 regions on the face where you can perform a microneedling treatment. Forehead, Eye Area, Nose, Lip Area, Chin and Cheeks. Avoid treating directly on lips and close to the eye. Thoroughly cleanse your skin and hands with Dp Dermaceuticals Tri Phase Cleanser, CLR Foam Cleanser or Micro Derm Exfoliant. Follow with a spritz of Dp Dermaceuticals CliniPrep to be absolutely certain that clinical-standard cleanliness is achieved. - Adjust settings for treatment region
Turn on your Pen to adjust your speed and depth settings. Change the depth setting of your needle according to the treatment region you have selected. The depth level ranges from 1-4. It is indicated by the number displayed on your screen.
Treatment Regions
Forehead – Depth Level 1-4
Eye Area – Depth Level 1-4
Nose – Depth Level 2
Lip Area – Depth Level 1-4
Chin/Cheek – Depth Level 4
Cheek Bone – Depth Level 2-4
Any Sort of Scar – Depth Level 4
All speed settings are suitable for all treatment regions. Change the speed setting to suit your level of comfort. The speed level is indicated by ranges between levels 1-4. It is displayed as a ring on your Pen screen. - Perform Treatment
You can use the same needle across multiple treatment regions for each treatment. Each region can be treated once a week, for up to 10 minutes. - Apply Serum or Cream
Apply your Dp Dermaceuticals Meso-Glide to the treatment area, this is a serum or cream used to ensure Dermapen HOME glides smoothly across your skin, and deliver nutrients and actives deep into the skin. This could be Dp Dermaceuticals Hyla Active alone, or target specific concerns for example pigmentation by mixing Hyla Active with Brite Lite, or acne use Hyla Active with CLR Lotion or anti-ageing mixing Hyla Active with Antioxidant Cocktail at a 1:1 ratio. - Remove Safety Cap
Remove the safety cap on the end of your needle. Dispose of your safety cap in general household waste. - Set your Pen to “active mode”
Your Pen needs to be set to active mode to perform your micro-needling treatment. First, turn your Pen ON. Then, briefly press the power button again to activate the Pen. It will start to vibrate. - Apply active pen to treatment regions
Applying constant, light pressure with your Pen, “draw” a series of straight, parallel lines across your treatment region(s), in the following 4 directions: vertical, horizontal, diagonal and other diagonal. Lift your pen at the end of each individual line, before drawing a new line, to avoid unnecessary reinsertions. Repeat the entire process above 3-5 times, per region. - Turn pen off
Remove the Needle and dispose immediately into general household waste. Do not use this Needle again. Clean your Pen, remove battery and charge. Store your Pen and any unused Needles in a clean, dry location. - Upgrade your treatment
If you wish with a Hyla Active 3D Sculptured Mask or Dp Dermaceuticals L.E.D Face Mask to calm and further nourish your skin. - Finish your treatment
With Dp Dermaceuticals Vitamin Rich Repair (AM or PM) and/or Retinal Active (PM) and desired shade of Cover Recover SPF 30.



Post treatment
Combat any inflamed skin with a Dp Dermaceuticals Hyla Active Face Mask, to calm and hydrate or if time is tight Vitamin Rich Repair will immediately soothe the skin. Follow this with a coating of Cover Recover Foundation SPF to conceal redness (it can even be slept in!) and continue with your Dp Dermaceuticals skincare regime.
Whether in-clinic or at home after microneedling avoid:
- Direct sun exposure
- Skincare products not designed for microneedling
- Makeup application immediately post procedure
- Excessive toucing
- Hot water and steam
- Physical exfoliation
- Sweating and exercise
- Swimming in pools
- Tanning beds
Expect to see results a few days after your first session. When combined with Dermapen4 in-clinic and Dp Dermaceuticals, Dermapen HOME will give you that extra boost of collagen and elastin, the building blocks of younger looking skin. The benefits of this can be seen for up to 24 months. A long-lasting skin solution!
- Use between clinic visits to boost results of professional Dermapen treatments
- Wait until your skin has recovered from an in-clinic treatment before using Dermapen HOME, this is usually 7-10 days
- Treat weekly until you achieve desired results and then monthly or as needed for maintenance
- Combine with Dp Dermaceuticals products for optimised results
- Target problem areas such as fine lines around the lips and frown lines
- Can also be used on neck, décolleté, hands, knees, feet or anywhere else you feel needs a boost of collagen and rejuvenation



