Have any of you heard about the Dermaroller?

Despite looking like a medieval torture device, this little gadget's making a real splash in the beauty industry. Especially since several magazines have reported that Ms. Jolie is a bit of a secret fan. (Apparently it was recommended to her by her hubby, Brad, who used it to treat his acne scars...)

Essentially a spiky roller-ball on a stick, you're to run it over your face, creating a million zillion "micro-pricks". This in turn creates "damage" which forces your skin to zap into "repair mode", stimulating new collagen growth.

Now, if you want to give it a bash, you should be warned that it's important you be a little choosy when it comes to picking your poison. The web is full with inferior quality imitations that make use of cheap 'n nasty spikes that tend to bend. And when they do, they end up getting caught in your skin.

So, if you're feeling the need for needles, we strongly recommend you make an appointment with a qualified aesthetician who can show you the ropes as well as recommend a dermaroller that's safe for home use. We recommend Light Touch Med Spa offering the treatment in your Killarney or Sandton area.