Microneedling Aftercare Guide

Thank you for choosing our microneedling treatment! To ensure the best possible results and help your skin heal properly, we’ve outlined some important aftercare instructions. Following these steps will help maximize the rejuvenating effects of your treatment and keep your skin glowing.

1. After microneedling, we commonly apply collagen-boosting PRP or hyaluronic acid serum or even a low-percentage chemical peel. We may also apply a topical antibiotic ointment or other soothing/healing ointment (e.g. Aquaphor) thereafter.
2. Immediately after your microneedling procedure, do not take any anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen, Motrin, or Advil. These agents will interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical and responsible for your skin rejuvenation. Follow these simple steps:
3. Do NOTHING to your skin today! Avoid washing your face, for best results sleep in your provider-applied products, including the hydrating serums, peel, or PRP that was added to your microneedling treatment. Then start your PCA SKIN Post-Procedure kit in the morning.
4. A sunburn-like effect is normal for 1-3 days. Usually, you look and feel variably sunburned after the treatment.
5. Stay away from exfoliants or glycolic acids that are present in cleaners for at least a week, as these can make your skin very dry after the procedure.
6. Within two (2) days following your microneedling procedure, you will notice skin dryness and flaking. This is due to an increased turnover of skin cells. During this period, you may apply your regular skin moisturizer. Avoid picking or exfoliating the area, and allow old/dry/dead skin to flake off naturally.
7. Sun exposure must be avoided until healed (i.e., redness and/or flaking away of skin is no longer present). We recommend avoidance of the sun in all treatment areas, a protected hat, and full-spectrum sunblock of 30 or higher.
8. Avoid exercise that causes sweating, jacuzzi, sauna, or steam baths if any skin inflammation exists.
9. For best results and efficacy, we recommend a series of 3 to 6 treatments administered at 2-4 week intervals. You may notice immediate as well as longer-term improvements in your skin.

We’re excited for you to see the full benefits of your microneedling treatment! If you have any questions or concerns during your recovery, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help and look forward to seeing you again soon!