Cleaning a derma roller is important to prevent the onset of unnecessary derma roller side effects. Rubbing alcohol is the most commonly used product to clean a derma roller, but there are other ways to clean it without alcohol. Here are some ways to clean a derma roller without alcohol:
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Using hot boiling water: After derma rolling, pour hot boiling water over the needles for a minute. Keep it in a clean place where dust particles won’t settle on it to dry. Once it is dry, put the derma roller back in its case.
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Using hydrogen peroxide or vinegar: Vinegar or hydrogen peroxide will work as sanitizers. Run it under hot water after to wash it off. Hot water alone would also be better than nothing. You can use warm water to sanitize it put it in hot water for 15 minutes.
It is important to note that rubbing alcohol is the most effective way to clean a derma roller. If you choose to use other methods, make sure to rinse the derma roller under cool water to remove residue, blood, or oil and then repeat the sterilization before packing it safely in its case or container, ready to be used next time.
