What can Dermapen 4 treat?

At JustBe Aesthetics in Claremont, Cape Town, Dermapen 4 microneedling is one of the most scientifically advanced

and clinically precise skin treatments available today. Furthermore, what makes our Dermapen 4 treatments truly exceptional

is not just the device itself — it is the clinical expertise, the precise protocol and the deep understanding of skin science

that Belinda Kingsley brings to every single treatment.

With over 30 years of skin expertise, Belinda uses Dp Dermaceuticals — the official Dermapen 4 protocol products — in every treatment. Because these products are specifically formulated to work in conjunction with Dermapen 4 at precise skin depths, they deliver significantly superior results compared to generic products used by other clinics.

Pigmentation is one of the most common skin concerns in South Africa — and one of the most effectively treated with Dermapen 4. Because pigmentation originates in the melanocyte layer of the skin, the Dermapen 4 needle is calibrated to reach that exact depth. Furthermore, at this precise depth, specific natural growth factors are released that directly influence melanocyte activity — reducing the overproduction of melanin that causes pigmentation. Additionally, the Dp Dermaceuticals protocol products — with their specific active ingredients — are delivered directly into the melanocyte layer at the moment of treatment. As a result, the combined effect of targeted growth factors and precise active ingredients at the correct depth delivers exceptional pigmentation results.

Melasma is a complex hormonal pigmentation condition that sits deeper within the skin than standard pigmentation. Therefore, it requires a different treatment approach and a different needle depth to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation or sun induced pigmentation. Furthermore, because melasma is hormonally driven, treatment requires careful clinical assessment and a considered, progressive approach. At JustBe Aesthetics, Belinda assesses each melasma client individually — determining the correct depth, the correct protocol products and the correct treatment frequency for their specific melasma presentation. As a result, our melasma clients achieve significantly better outcomes than with generic microneedling protocols.

Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation — or PIH — is pigmentation triggered by inflammation, injury or trauma to the skin. Because PIH sits more superficially than melasma, it requires a different needle depth and a different treatment approach. Furthermore, PIH is particularly common in darker skin tones — which are more prone to pigmentation responses following inflammation. Therefore, Belinda’s clinical assessment of skin tone and PIH depth is essential before treatment. Additionally, Dermapen 4 is one of the safest and most effective treatments for PIH in darker skin types — when administered correctly at the precise depth by an experienced clinician.

Acne scarring sits within the deeper dermal layers of the skin — where collagen and elastin fibres have been damaged and disrupted by the inflammatory acne process. Therefore, treating acne scarring requires the needle to reach the dermis — deeper than pigmentation treatment. Furthermore, at this depth, specific growth factors are released that stimulate new collagen and elastin production — gradually breaking down scar tissue and rebuilding smoother, more even skin over a course of treatments. Additionally, the Dp Dermaceuticals protocol products delivered at this dermal depth significantly enhance the collagen stimulation response. As a result, Dermapen 4 is one of the most effective treatments available for acne scarring in Cape Town.

As we age, collagen and elastin production naturally slows — resulting in fine lines, wrinkles, skin laxity and loss of firmness. Furthermore, to effectively stimulate new collagen production, the Dermapen 4 needle must reach the dermis — where collagen and elastin fibres live. Therefore, anti-aging treatments are performed at a deeper dermal depth than pigmentation treatments. At this depth, the micro injury triggers the release of specific growth factors that directly stimulate fibroblast activity — the cells responsible for producing new collagen and elastin. As a result, skin gradually becomes firmer, plumper and more youthful over a course of treatments. Additionally, the Dp Dermaceuticals anti-aging protocol products delivered at this depth significantly enhance and accelerate the collagen stimulation response.

Furthermore, Dermapen 4 is highly effective for improving overall skin texture, refining enlarged pores and smoothing rough uneven skin surfaces. Because these concerns exist at a more superficial epidermal level, treatment is calibrated accordingly — stimulating epidermal renewal and collagen production at the correct depth for maximum texture improvement.

Dermapen 4 is also clinically effective for hair loss and thinning hair. Because hair follicles sit within the dermal layer of the scalp, the needle is calibrated to reach the follicle level precisely. Furthermore, at this depth, specific growth factors are released that stimulate blood flow, cellular repair and follicle regeneration — encouraging natural, healthy hair regrowth. Additionally, when combined with AQ Growth Factor Therapy, hair restoration results are significantly enhanced.

South Africa’s intense UV exposure causes significant photodamage over time. Furthermore, Dermapen 4 targets sun damage at the precise epidermal and dermal depths where photodamage exists — stimulating cellular renewal and collagen production, up to 400%, to reverse the visible signs of sun damage progressively over a course of treatments.