The Tamesis
As the old advertising adage goes, a message needs to be seen at least three times to be truly remembered. As far as microinfusion goes, it crossed my desk, showed up on my TikTok FYP, and ended up in an email from my editor asking if I’d like to try it. My initial reaction was to say no out of hand, but after discussing with a dermatologist why this technique is actually quite safe, I decided to give it a try (are puns corny now? Have they always been corny? That’s just me).
Initially, I confused microinfusion with a dermaroller, and after trying an at-home version that was less than satisfying, I wanted to stay away from it. Unlike microneedling rollers, which can become unhygienic and dull over time, Qure uses fresh heads with every treatment. Each head contains multiple 24K gold-plated, ethylene oxide sterilized needles, which I use with an anti-wrinkle serum because I want to avoid Botox for as long as possible.
As with most things, the first step is patch testing. I don’t always do this with skincare, but I was a little nervous and wanted to make sure I didn’t react. I also use this tool at night as recommended by the brand. From there, I apply it to cleansed skin, double cleansing with an oil cleanser beforehand, and then using a traditional cleanser.
My biggest concern is the pain. I had only had microneedling done once before at the office in Seoul and my face was completely numb so I didn’t know what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised that it didn’t hurt at all. Starting from the center of the face, apply outwards to cover the entire face. It’s almost unnoticeable on the first pass, although it’s a little sensitive on the second pass, but I wouldn’t describe it as Ouch.
The amount of serum can be used up to three times, but I like to focus on the areas I care about most, like my crow’s feet, laugh lines, and forehead. I then work the remaining serum into my skin, being careful not to waste a single drop of the expensive serum. My skin looked a little red afterwards, which is to be expected, but it went away within a few hours. Since I did it before bed, I didn’t mind. The entire process takes about five minutes, which I appreciate, especially compared to other home devices that feel like a full-time job without overtime pay.
The brand recommends using the tool every two weeks, so the results are gradual, but I actually prefer this speed. Slow and steady wins the race and I love that I no longer have to keep up the pace every night. Between treatments, my skin looks hydrated and hydrated, like I just ate whole foods and got eight hours of rest.
After a few uses, these subtle benefits start to add up. My skin overall looks more even and balanced, which is important to me since winter completely drains me of my life and makes me look like a dry ghoul. That said, it’s important to be realistic. Unlike in-office microneedling or custom injectables like PRP, home microinfusion is not a replacement. It’s a maintenance tool, not a miracle, and when you use it that way, it does exactly what it promises.
