Prepping for Microneedling
Microneedling is a safe and effective treatment for most skin types with minimal downtime. Inflammation and redness following treatment is to be expected and can last 2-3 days. Most clients report a sensation that is similar to a mild or moderate sunburn while some may also experience peeling or flaking as the skin continues to heal.
Pre & Post Treatment
Avoid sun exposure and the use of retinol 3 days prior to treatment.
Day of Treatment: Limit the use of any product for the first 6 hours post treatment.
Day 2 and 3: Moisturize and tone AM and PM with products provided with treatment. Minimal make up is recommended.
Precautions & Warnings
Discontinue auto-immune therapies or retinoid (Retin-A) and/or any form of skin treatment 3 days prior to procedure unless otherwise directed by a Physician. Not for active acne, rosacea, or other inflammatory skin conditions.
Not to be administered for 6 months to 1 year after isotretinoin (Accutane) regime.
Not for clients with facial outbreaks such as herpes simplex virus. Medication must be taken per doctor’s instructions.
Not for clients with metal allergies or skin allergies.
Any medications that would affect the characteristics of the skin should be stopped for two months prior to treatment, under the care and direction of a physician.
Not for clients who have had a face lift or eyelid surgery within the past year, or dermabrasion, remodeling, deep chemical peels, or any surgical procedure on the treatment area within the previous 3 months.
Not for clients who have had Botox, collagen, fat, or other methods of augmentation with injected materials in the treatment area within 4 weeks of the treatment.
Avoid sweaty exercise and sun exposure for 72 hours post-procedure. Fitzpatrick skin types V-VI: pigment may darken prior to lightening.
You may experience redness, inflammation, itching, and burning between 1-3 days.