Microneedling

MICRONEEDLING PRE-PROCEDURE

  • No direct sun exposure for 2-4 weeks before treatment
  • Prep with a pigment inhibitor (such as ZO Brightalive) for 1-2 weeks before treatment to prevent post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
  • Avoid treatment if using photosensitizing medications.
  • Stop active skin care products for 3-5 days before treatment: Hydroquinone, retinoids (tretinoin, Retin-A, retinol, Differin, Adapalene, Renova), AHAs (glycolic, lactic acid), BHAs (salicylic), Benzoyl Peroxide, Hydroxyl Acid, etc.
  • Avoid products that can make your blood thinner (increase risk for brusing!) for 5 days before treatment (unless ordered by Dr.) Ex: Ibuprofen, Advil, Aleve, Aspirin, cold medicine, Vitamin E, Omega-3, flaxseed, almonds, alcohol, etc.
  • If you have recently received any of the following treatments, wait 2-4 weeks before you get a microneedling treatment: Chemical peel wait 2-4 weeks, Facial dermal fillers &/or Botox/Dysport wait 2 weeks, lasers and IPL/BBL wait 2-4 weeks, consult with laser specialist on recommmendations. 
  • Avoid caffeine on the day of treatment (can make skin more sensitive).
  • Avoid working out on day of treatment if possible (increases chance of swelling after treatment.
  • Please arrive to your appointment with a clean face.

MICRONEEDLING POST-PROCEDURE

  • Do not put anything on the skin 18-24 hours post microneedling treatment.
  • After 24 hours, it is recommended to hydrate/moisturize 3-4x a day
  • After 24 hours, wear a mineral-based SPF 30+ with UVA/UVB protection (avoid chemical sunscreens) and reapply every 2 hours if in direct sunlight.
  • After 24 hours, keep a very hydrating and gentle routine for at least 5-7 days.
  • Gradually add back your regular skincare routine 5-7 days post treatment (unless skin feels irritated).
  • Avoid strenuous exercise, sweating, or activities that heat up the skin for 72 hours Hot showers/baths, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, hot yoga, etc.
  • Do not wear any makeup 48-72 hours post microneedling
  • Avoid rubbing, itching, and picking, and touching skin while healing
  • Avoid any potentially irritating products for 1 week: products with fragrance, AHA’s (glycolic, lactic acids), BHA’s (salicylic acid), retinoids (tretinoin, Retin-A, adapalene, retinol, retinal), Vitamin C, Hydroquinone, Benzoyl Peroxide, and any other active skin care products.
  • Do not scrub the skin (scrubs, washcloth,facial cleansing brush,etc.)  for 2 weeks
  • Do not spray tan for 2 weeks post treatment
  • Avoid the following treatments for 2 weeks: Waxing, Botox/Dysport, facial Fillers, IPL or lasers, dermaplaning, chemical peels, facials (Gentle, hydrating facial OK after 1 week).
  • No direct sun exposure for 4-6 weeks. Seek shade and wear a hat during this time :)