After the treatment, take precautions against sun exposure. Do not apply sunscreen for 12 hours after the Microneedling treatment due to the skin’s channels being open for a period of time and due to the toxic nature of some sunscreens on the market.
Do not perform any vigorous exercise for at least 12 hours after treatment.
Do not apply make-up for at least 12 hours after the treatment. We recommend tinted sunscreen for use post-procedure versus other foundations.
Microneedling may trigger a cold sore response in patients and prophylaxis medication should be recommended for those who are prone to breakouts.
Wash the 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 may be slightly dry and feel tight.
After 2-3 days patients can return to regular skin care products or as soon as it is comfortable to do so. Retinoids and AHA’s may not be suitable at this time, so please refer to your specific post-care instructions.
Avoid alcohol-based toners for 10-14 days.
Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 10 days if possible.