MICRONEEDLING – BEFORE AND AFTER CARE

What you need to know before and after your microneedling treatment

PRIOR TO TREATMENT

• No Retin-A products or applications for 12 hours prior to treatment.
• No auto-immune therapies or products for 12 hours prior to treatment.
• No prolonged sun exposure or sunburns to the treatment area 24 hours prior to treatment.
• Skin should be clean and make-up free.
• If an active or extreme breakout occurs before treatment, we will evaluate on a case-by-case basis.

AFTER TREATMENT

• Take precautions against sun exposure.
• Do not apply sunscreen for 12 hours after the microneedling treatment. The skin’s channels have been open for a period of time and some sunscreens on the market are toxic in nature.
• Do not perform any vigorous exercise for at least 12 hours after treatment.
• Do not apply makeup for at least 12 hours after treatment.
• Treatment may trigger a cold sore response in some patients. A prophylaxis medication may be recommended to those who are prone to breakouts.
• Wash your face thoroughly a few hours after treatment. Gently massage the face with tepid water, and remove all serum and other debris such as dried blood.
• For the first 1-3 days the skin will be very dry and feel tight.
• After 2-3 days patients can return to regular skin products or as soon as it is comfortable to do so.
• Avoid alcohol-based toners for 10-14 days.
• Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 10 days if possible.

TREATMENT RECOVERY TIMELINE

• Day 1: You should expect some irritation and a red appearance. Severity will depend on how aggressive the treatment was.
• Day 2: A red or pink hue persists like moderate sunburn. Swelling may be more noticeable on the second day.
• Days 3-5: Skin should be returning to a normal pink tone and swelling should subside.

WHEN TO CALL US?

Call our office if sensitivity or discomfort that lasts longer than three or four days. We can be reached at 440.461.9600.