Your Glow-Up Guide: Essential Post-Microneedling Care for Best Results
Congratulations on completing your microneedling treatment. To ensure you achieve the best possible results, please follow these post-treatment instructions carefully. Your skin will thank you!
Your Post-Treatment Care Plan:
- Do not use any products aside from the treatment kit (glide gel and biocellulose mask) for the first 24 hours post treatment.
- SPF/makeup: Patients can resume SPF and all skincare/makeup that does not contain active ingredients (retinols, toning pads, vitamin C) after 24 hours.
- Sun Protection: Wear a hat when in the sun and apply SPF regularly after 24 hours. Skip the tanning beds and self-tanning products for 7-14 days as well.
- Hands Off: Avoid picking, exfoliating, or using any vitamin A products (like Retin-A) for 7 days post-treatment. Steer clear of chemical peels for 14 days.
- Shaving: Refrain from shaving for 3 days, and if your skin is still irritated, wait a bit longer.
- No Sweat: Hold off on exercising, using Jacuzzis, saunas, or steam baths until any irritation has resolved.
- Ice Packs & Pineapple: If you experience discomfort or swelling, ice packs and Tylenol are okay. Eating fresh pineapple or drinking pineapple juice can also help minimize bruising and swelling.
Your Post-Treatment Timeline:
- Day 1: Your skin will likely be red, tight, dry, and/or sensitive. Some stinging and swelling are normal. Drink plenty of water, skip the makeup, and stick to your glide gel. Use Tylenol for any pain but avoid anti-inflammatory medications like Motrin and Ibuprofen as they may interfere with your results.
- Day 2: Expect similar symptoms as Day 1—dry, tight, and red skin. Can resume SPF and gentle skincare after 24 hours.
- Day 3: The redness should be fading. If skin is feeling normal now, resume normal skincare. If skin is not yet healed, hold off on returning to normal products until day 7.
- Day 7: You’re on your way to glowing skin! You can now resume using your regular skincare products, including vitamin A. Continue to protect your skin from the sun.
- Days 8-28: Keep avoiding direct sun exposure. Use a minimum of SPF 30 when outdoors or even in the car and remember to reapply every 1 to 1½ hours while outside.
Following these guidelines will help you maximize the benefits of your microneedling treatment and keep your skin looking its best.
If you have any questions or concerns, always reach out to your provider.
