Preparing For Your Microneedling Appointment

It is always a good idea to be prepared for any procedure, especially one involving your face. Read below to learn what to expect and how to prepare for your microneedling procedure.

What to Know Before Your Appointment

• Come to your appointment with a makeup free, freshly cleansed face
• Do not use products that contain AHA's, Retinol, or Vitamin A for 24 hours prior to your procedure
• Avoid sun exposure for 24 hours prior to your procedure
• For men, avoid shaving your face the day of the procedure as this could cause irritation and inflammation. Instead, plan to shave your face a day or two before your appointment.

Post Procedure Guidelines

• Avoid sunscreen or any other product other than the specific products given to you at your appointment for the first 24 hours after your procedure (this also means no makeup, no other face creams)
• Avoid sun exposure for 72 hours after your procedure and be most careful the first 24 hours (you won't be wearing sunscreen!)

• Avoid strenuous exercise and excessive heat for 72 hours after the procedure

What To Expect Immediately After

• Pinpoint bleeding and redness for the first 24 hours
• Your skin will be pink (like a sunburn) for 24-48 hours post procedure
• You may experience tightness, burning, peeling, and roughness for 72 hours post procedure

*Keep in mind that all skin types are different and react differently to the procedure

Not Suitable For Microneedling

• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• If you are taking oral isotretinoin (Accutane), stop using 6 months before procedure
• Open wounds to the treatment area
• Skin cancer to treatment area

Sarah-Kate Rems, NP - Medical Aesthetics

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