Microneedling
-Avoid sun exposure and/or usage of a tanning bed 1 week prior to treatment. Microneedling will not be done on sunburned skin.
-Avoid aspirin, anti-inflammatory medications prior to treatment
-Retin-A, Renova, Tazorac and similar retinoids should be avoided 1 week prior to treatment
-No area/s to be treated should receive any type of chemical or laser peel for 2 weeks prior to treatment
-Waxing and/or use of chemical depilatories should be avoided for 2 weeks prior to treatment
-If you have a history of cold sores, it is recommended to use anti-viral medication one week prior to treatment, your Dr must provide you with a prescription for Zelitrex anti-viral tablets
Pre-Treatment Instructions
Post-Treatment Instructions
-NO make-up, for at least 7 hours after treatment
-NO sunscreen, for at least 7 hours after treatment
-Avoid sun exposure, wear at least SPF30 sunscreen daily
-NO anti-histamine or anti-inflammatory medication
-NO sweating (exercise), for at least 7 hours after treatment
-NO chemical products or products with active ingredients, for at least 7 hours after treatment
-Do not use exfoliating medications, chemicals, or non-recommended products on the treated areas for at least 1 week
-Avoid jacuzzi, sauna, or steam baths for 2 days
-Avoid picking or exfoliating the area and allow old/dry/dead skin to flake off naturally
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What to expect
-Redness
-Swelling
-Burning / Stinging sensation
-Breakouts/bumps
-Skin peeling/shedding
-Dry and/or tight feeling skin
-Sun sensitivity
-Rough feeling skin
Every person's skin reacts different but some symptoms may occur as long as 7 days after the treatment