Pre- and Post-Procedure Care Instructions

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 Pre-Treatment:

• Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids (AHAs, BHAs), and harsh scrubs for 3 days.
•  Do not wax, shave, or thread the treated area 24 hours before.
•  Avoid excessive sun exposure and self-tanning products.
•  Discontinue any strong acne treatments (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid) 3-5 days prior.

Post-Treatment:

• Avoid direct sun exposure and apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+.
•  Skip makeup for at least 24 hours.
•  Use gentle, hydrating skincare (avoid acids and exfoliants for 3-5 days).
•  Avoid sweating, hot showers, or saunas for 24 hours.

Pre-Treatment:

• Stop using retinoids, glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, and Vitamin C for 5-7 days.
•  Avoid sun exposure and tanning for 2 weeks.
•  No waxing, laser treatments, or exfoliation for 1 week prior.
•  Hydrate well to prep skin barrier.
• Post-Treatment:
• Expect mild redness, dryness, and light peeling.
•  Avoid heat, sweating, hot water, and saunas for 48 hours.
•  Hydrate and moisturize, using a barrier-repairing cream.
•  No active ingredients (retinol, acids, exfoliants) for 7 days.
•  Wear broad-spectrum SPF 50 daily.providing compassionate care to our patients.

Pre-Treatment:

• Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanner for 4 weeks.
•  Discontinue retinoids and exfoliants for 5-7 days.
•  Hydrate well before treatment.
• Post-Treatment:
• Treated spots may darken and flake off over 5-10 days—this is normal.
•  Redness and slight swelling are expected for 24-48 hours.
•  Use cold compresses if needed.
•  Apply hydrating serums and sunscreen (SPF 50 is a must).
•  Avoid hot showers, saunas, and workouts for 48 hours

Pre-Treatment:

• Discontinue retinol, acids, and exfoliants for 7 days.
• Avoid NSAIDs (Aspirin, Advil, Motrin) and alcohol for 48 hours.
•  Hydrate well before your appointment.
• Post-Treatment:
• Expect redness, swelling, and pinpoint bleeding for 24-48 hours.
•  No makeup, sweating, hot showers, or sun exposure for 48 hours.
• Use only gentle, hydrating products; avoid actives for 5-7 days.
•  Do not pick or exfoliate flaking skin.
•  SPF 70+ is mandatory.
• Clean pillow cases and towels the day of procedure. 
• No washing until the next morning.
• Moisturize every hour for 72 hours post procedure.
• Make sure the skin looks “glazed” for that 72hrs due to moisturizer.
• No sweating for 72 hours post procedure.

For the first 24–48 hours after microneedling, your skin will be in an open, regenerative state. During this time, we recommend using only gentle, breathable, barrier-supporting products to allow proper healing and optimal results.

Approved Products During This Window:

    •    Avène Cicalfate+ (preferred) – breathable, calming, and protective

    •    Post-procedure calcium vial (optional add-on) – can be applied immediately post-treatment to support skin repair

    •    Skinbetter Science Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment – excellent barrier support

    •    Skinbetter Science InterFuse Treatment Cream – hydrating and restorative

    •    SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore – nourishing option if already part of your routine.

Please avoid for 24–48 hours:

    •    Retinoids, exfoliants, acids, Vitamin C, active treatments

    •    Makeup (for at least 24 hours)

    •    Anything not specifically recommended by your provider

After this initial healing window, your provider will guide you on when and how to safely reintroduce active products.

If you have questions or want help selecting the right post-care products, we’re always happy to guide you — healing well is part of the treatment. ✨

Pre-Treatment:

• Eat a light meal before your appointment.
•  Hydrate well before your infusion.
•  Wear comfortable clothing.

Post-Treatment:

• Expect mild soreness or bruising at the IV site.
•  Stay hydrated and eat a nutritious meal post-treatment.
•  Avoid alcohol and excessive caffeine for 24 hours.