Do the needles penetrate the skin? They look rather blunt in the item photo.
832739
They don't have a fine point tip like a sewing needle, but if you push down too hard enough, you could do some damage. You are only supposed to put enough pressure to a level of comfort without causing pain or damage.
832740
Yes, the needles do penetrate the skin and are very sharp. The photo is misleading as it makes the roller look very large, but in fact is very small. I bought the 0.5, but after a few more weeks use I will probably go up to the 1.0. So far so good, I mean I haven't seen dramatic changes, but then again I've only used it less than 6 times.
832741
I penetrated my skin a few times which caused blood to appear- usually when I roll too quickly or make a sharp turn on the skin.
832742
Actually the needles are quite small and sharp, smaller than the head of a sewing needle. The object of the derma roller is for the needles to penetrate the skin so that the healing can take place at the dermis layer of the skin where collagen is stored.
1746110
It comes out when you squeeze it. Unfortunately, the needle did not have a sharp point, and I ended up purchasing another one that came with five sharply pointed needles.
1813876
Yes, the needles actually pierce the skin. It does hurt a little, but you control how much pressure you place on the roller, so you have some control over how much it hurts; however, it needs to do some damage so your natural healing properties will kick in and increase your collagen.
1119938
They aren't rounded. They're not super sharp but sharp enough to hurt someone if they ran into it I suppose.
1313669
Go to needle doctors.com and ask the question, these guys will have your answer!
1201988
once in awhile but not usually. I find that if I alternate sites and use more to the sides of my fingers I don't have a problem. also setting the needle depth on the lancet a little deeper seems to help.
998333
Yes, they are sharp. Although, they are more for practice. They are quite small. I gave them to my older son and want to get myself some longer ones.
372453
It's similar to a tattoo gun where the needles go in and out (up and down)of your skin as you use it.
1385190
I really don't believe it makes a difference. The size is more for how much pain you can tolerate. If you are a beginner, I would start with the .5 mm. The size of the needles penetrate the skin at the same depth, the higher the size the needle gets a little larger. It will not puncture below the top layer of the skin. It is intended to open up the skin for medications or skin care products to work more effectively. Hope this helps.
377909
I would definitely be upset and contact the seller as well!! I don't know if the needles would become dull but I would be concerned that some had become bent. I bent needle can cause damage to your skin. I'm hoping it came in the sterilized package?
2154377
They are knit. They might pucker or change shape where the monograming is. Once it is stretched on to your head, that may be less noticeable
1933003
They do not have sharp edges---they are meant for spreading---not cutting :)
1792618
The depth of the needle is how far it's going to pierce into the layers of your skin. In theory, these tiny punctures are allowing your skin care products to reach deeper into the layers of your skin as well as "damaging" your tissues to promote a healthy skin cell turnover (plumper healthier skin). And you do not need to go big or aggressive. When dealing with your face, slow and safe is always the best bet. Do watch online tutorials first!!!
909204
I'm not famiar with cro-tatting. If you need very small heads, than yes. The silver needles are of good quality. I just wasn't pleased with the colored aluminum needles. I didn't like the feel of them in my hand. They looked and felt cheap. Also, the case had such an awful smell I didn't want it in the house.
388947
These are not regular needles! They are wider at the top to fit into the pump. Please someone answer this question! I had to buy another pump for on-the-go soccer needs and it is wasteful.
910392
They have a point, but not a really sharp point. They do not appear to me to be scalloped.
1111316
I bought this item for someone and it's been too long to remember, for sure, but, I believe that it did come with a needle. Sorry that I can't give you more than a "definite maybe". I can tell you that it's a good, durable product. I would buy&gt; Good luck.