Microneedling Post Care Instructions

Caring for Your Skin After Microneedling

Proper aftercare is essential to support healing, reduce irritation, and maximize your treatment results. Please follow these instructions carefully after your microneedling procedure.

Immediately After Treatment (First 24 Hours)

It is normal to experience redness similar to a sunburn, mild swelling, tightness or dryness, warmth or sensitivity

These effects typically improve within 24–72 hours.

Avoid for the First 24 Hours

  • Touching the treated area unnecessarily
  • MakeupSweating or strenuous exercise
  • Hot showers, saunas, or steam rooms
  • Swimming pools or hot tubs
  • Direct sun exposure
  • Alcohol-based skincare products
  • Use caution with red light therapy

Skin Care Instructions:

  • Use only gentle, hydrating products recommended by your provider.
  • Wash hands before touching your face.
  • Keep skin clean and hydrated.
  • Sleep on a clean pillowcase.

24–72 Hours After Treatment

Continue to Avoid:

  • Retinols/Retin-A/Tretinoin
  • Exfoliants or scrubs
  • Glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or harsh active ingredients
  • Waxing or hair removal treatments
  • Excessive heat and sun exposure
  • Recommended Care
  • Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer.
  • Apply SPF 30+ daily once approved by your provider.
  • Drink plenty of water to support healing.

3–7 Days After Treatment

  • Mild flaking or dryness may occur and is normal.
  • Do not pick, scratch, or exfoliate peeling skin.
  • Resume normal skincare products gradually as tolerated and as directed by your provider

Important Aftercare Tips

  • Sun protection is critical after microneedling.
  • Avoid tanning or prolonged UV exposure for at least 1 week.
  • Results improve gradually as collagen production increases over several weeks.
  • Please contact us immediately if you experience:
  • Excessive swelling
  • Severe pain
  • Signs of infection
  • Fever, Pus or unusual drainage
  • Persistent redness lasting more than several days

Recommended Healing Products

Use only products approved or recommended by your provider during the healing process.

Suggested products may include:

Gentle cleanser, hydrating serum, barrier repair moisturizer, mineral sunscreen SPF 30+

 

Questions?

If you have any questions before your appointment, our team is happy to help. We want your treatment to be safe, comfortable, and tailored to your goals.

 

Phone: 423-996-9642

Email: info@highlandaesthetics.org

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