Microneedling treatments are expensive for one treatment, but the need for consistent retreatment makes it downright cost prohibitive despite the phenomenal results. As a result, I have invested the cost of 1-2 treatments to buy my own microneedling pen. Dr. Pen is the pinnacle brand of at home microneedling pens and some dermatology and estheticians even use them. The refills are widely available and there are even decent off brand refills that work just as well.

The M8 pen is on the higher end of Dr. Pen's offering. It is easy to use, but if you are a newbie (and even if you are not), please read all of the directions. And once you have read all the directions, watch the videos on Dr. Pen's website and YouTube. These videos are going to be your best friend as you get to know your pen and which heads to use for what. The lower the number the thicker the needle for example. You need a "slip" or something that you put on your skin to help the needle glide smoothly over your skin to avoid scratching. You really should not go beyond a .5 for depth as anything more is considered medical needling, etc. These are all things you will learn by good research.

The pen itself is great. It is wireless or if you forget to charge it, you can use it plugged into the wall. The depth is adjusted through a dial and the speed through a button and digital LCD screen. I am using my pen for the face and hair regrowth. The results are staggering, but you have to keep with it for 6-8 months for noticeable change. Dedication is key.