What to Avoid 21 Days Before your microneedling Treatment

6-12 month

Avoid Accutane (isotretinoin) for at least 6-12 months prior to treatment.

7 Days

• Avoid retinoids, topical antibiotics, exfoliants, hydroquinone, sunburn, and benzoyl peroxide.

• Avoid waxing, IPL/laser depilatory creams, or electrolysis

• Avoid aggressive exfoliation. Including scrubs, at-home peels, or exfoliating devices.

• No prolong UV exposure and direct sun or tanning beds.

5 Days

• Stop all Active skincare products including retinoids, exfoliating acids, exfoliants, or topical antibiotics.

• Anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen.

Microneedling Aftercare / Post-Treatment Instructions

Please follow the aftercare instructions below and notify your therapist if you experience any concerns or adverse reactions.

General Aftercare Guidelines

• Do not wash your face or apply any skincare products for 12 hours

• Use the post-procedure kit for 4 days after your treatment.

• Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for 7–10 days or until the skin is fully healed.

• Do not pick, scratch, or exfoliate the skin. Allow any flaking to shed naturally.

• The skin typically heals within approximately one week.

• Avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sweating, steam rooms, saunas, or hot baths until the skin has healed.

• Avoid harsh chemicals or active products on the skin for 1–2 weeks after treatment.

• Avoid make up for 3-5 days.

• Do not exercise for 24 hours after treatment.

• Do not pick or peel any flaking skin—allow it to shed naturally to prevent hyperpigmentation

• For the first few days, sleep on your back with your head slightly elevated to help reduce swelling around the eyes and face. Use a clean pillow case.

• Avoid exfoliating medications or ingredients such as retinoids (Retin-A), glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and salicylic acid.

• Avoid any other facial or aesthetic treatments for 14 days

• Support healing by drinking 6–8 glasses of water per day (if you already drink this amount, increase by an additional 2 glasses).

What to Expect After Your Treatment

Day 1
The skin may appear red and flushed immediately after treatment. Depending on the intensity of the treatment, pinpoint bleeding may occur. The skin may feel dry and tight.

Day 2
Redness or pinkness dryness/tightness may persist, similar to a moderate sunburn. Swelling and slight bruising may be more noticeable on the second day. Minor scratches may be visible. Apply moisturiser as needed.

Day 3
The skin may appear pink or return to a normal tone as swelling subsides. The skin can feel dry or tight. Mild acne-like bumps (tiny white bumps) are possible. Light peeling often occurs around day three and will be replaced by fresh, new skin. Over the next few days, you may notice a few small spots appear. This is not a breakout, it is a process known as purging and is a normal part of the skins process after microneedling.

*Purging occurs when microneedling accelerates cell turnover, causing congestion beneath the skin (such as oil and debris) to rise to the surface more quickly. Once this clears, healthier, clearer, and more youthful-looking skin is revealed.