What Is Microneedling?
Microneedling is a minimally invasive skin treatment that uses very fine, sterile needles to create controlled microchannels in the skin. This process activates the skin’s natural repair response, stimulating the production of collagen and elastin.
By stimulating the skin’s own natural renewal processes, microneedling can help improve the appearance of fine lines, uneven texture, enlarged pores, acne scarring, and uneven skin tone—while supporting smoother, firmer, healthier-looking skin.
The Benefits of Microneedling
Microneedling can improve the appearance of:
Fine lines & visible signs of aging
Uneven skin texture
Enlarged pores
Acne scarring
Uneven skin tone
Loss of firmness
Overall skin quality
Preparing For Your Microneedling Treatment
Avoid retinoids/retinol and other potentially irritating active skincare products for 5–7 days before treatment.
Avoid exfoliating acids, scrubs, and at-home exfoliation for 5–7 days.
Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning, and treatment of sunburned skin.
Avoid waxing, depilatory creams, or other irritating hair-removal methods on the treatment area for 5–7 days.
Arrive with clean skin whenever possible, without makeup or heavy skincare products.
Please disclose isotretinoin use, prescription medications, recent Botox or filler, laser/IPL treatments, other cosmetic procedures, active skin conditions, or changes in your health before your appointment.
If you have a history of cold sores/HSV, please let me know before your appointment.
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
Keep skin calm.
No retinoids, acids, scrubs, waxing, or intentional tanning.
Protect your skin.
Avoid excessive sun exposure and arrive without a sunburn.
Keep me informed.
Let me know about medications, recent injectables or laser treatments, skin changes, or a history of cold sores.
After Your Microneedling Treatment
FIRST 24 HOURS
Keep the treated area clean and avoid touching it unnecessarily.
Sleep on clean pillowcase.
Use only the recommended hyaluronic acid as needed.
Avoid makeup for 24-48 hours.
Avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sweating, saunas, steam rooms, and hot tubs for 24–48 hours.
Avoid swimming for 48 hours.
Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning.
DAYS 2-3
Continue with gentle cleansing and hydration.
Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids, scrubs, vitamin C, and other potentially irritating active products.
Do not pick, peel, scrub, or exfoliate any dryness or flaking.
Avoid direct sun exposure and use broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily.
DAYS 4-7
Gradually return to your normal skincare routine as your skin tolerates it.
Continue diligent sun protection.
Wait until the skin is fully calm before resuming stronger active products or exfoliation.
Post-treatment instructions may be individualized based on treatment depth, skin condition, and products used during your appointment. Always follow the specific instructions provided at your visit.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Immediately after
Skin may appear pink or red and feel warm, tight, or mildly sensitive—similar to a light sunburn.
Days 1–3
Redness generally begins to settle. Mild dryness, tightness, sensitivity, or light flaking may occur.
Days 3–7
Skin typically continues to calm and may begin to feel smoother. Any dryness or flaking should resolve naturally.
Over the following weeks
Collagen remodeling continues beneath the surface, so improvements in texture, firmness, and overall skin quality develop gradually.
Please contact me if you experience symptoms that seem unusual, severe, or are worsening rather than improving.
When Microneedling May Not Be Appropriate
Please inform your provider if any of the following apply to you:
An active skin infection, open wound, rash, or significant irritation in the treatment area
History of skin cancer, actinic keratosis or any current suspicious skin lesions
Active cold sores or a current herpes outbreak
Active inflammatory acne in the treatment area
Active, inflamed rosacea
A history of abnormal or keloid scarring
A bleeding disorder or difficulty with wound healing
A significantly compromised immune system or condition that may affect healing or uncontrolled diabetes
Recent use of isotretinoin
Recent laser, injectable, surgical, or other cosmetic procedures in the treatment area
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Please disclose all medications, medical conditions, recent procedures, and relevant skin history before treatment.
NOT SURE? JUST ASK.
If you’re unsure whether microneedling is appropriate for you, please feel free to reach out. I’m happy to review your concerns and determine whether treatment, postponement, or medical clearance may be appropriate.