EPN Pen

EPN PEN offers a unique combination of the latest clinically proven technologies for face and body treatments. Microneedling and Electroporation come together to give maximum results – illuminating and brightening the skin whilst reducing the common signs of ageing. Microneedling Electroporation can help to improve a variety of different concerns such as open pores, scars, wrinkles, skin laxity and uneven skin texture, along with treating oily skin and dark circles.

• Restores, regenerates & repairs, for younger- looking skin
• Suitable for all skin types & colours
• Fast treatment times
• Maintains cell health

An introduction to Electroporation

The stratum corneum is the main barrier for the penetration of active ingredients contained in topical pharmaceuticals and cosmeceuticals. Electroporation increases the permeability of the skin by applying an electrical field across the cell membrane. This increases the permeability of the membranes, allowing active ingredients to be introduced into the cell more effectively.

Application of an electrical field results in a temporary change to the cell membrane which allows deeper penetration to topical products into the cell. Electro-impulses create temporary unstable channels within the cell membrane and therefore allow more of the active ingredients used to enter the cell itself. Its application to the skin has been shown to significantly increase transdermal product delivery. Electroporation can be used alone or in combination with microneedling treatments.

By combining these two techniques you have disruption of the epidermal boundary to enable enhanced penetration through the (usually) impermeable epidermis and the added enhancement of transportation of active ingredients through electroporation. Electroporation is produced by an intermittent current pulsed between 150 to 300ms which opens channels and aquaporines on the cellular membranes, facilitating the transfer of therapeutic active ingredients into the cells.

How does Microneedling and Electroporation work?

Ultra-fine needles penetrate the skin at different depths, creating micro-channels which stimulate a wound healing response.  This leads to the production of new collagen and elastin. Once the micro-channels have been created, the Electroporation technology releases electro- stimulating pulses to increase the permeability of the skin cell membrane. This allows for increased absorption of serums applied to the skin, for hydrated, healthy skin.

Microneedling combined with Electroporation significantly increases the amount of serum delivered to the skin compared with traditional Microneedling treatments.