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 Simple Microneedling Aftercare

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What to Expect

• Right away: Skin will look pink/red and feel warm or tight — like a sunburn.

• First 1–2 days: Mild swelling, light redness sensitivity, and tightness are normal.

• Days 3–4: Light flaking or peeling may happen as the skin renews, but not common with everyone. 

• By Day 5–7: Skin feels smoother, firmer and toned.  More even, sensitivity fades, and the skin Glows. 

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First 24 Hours

Do:

• Keep skin clean and avoid touching your face.

• Use only a simple hydrating serum (like hyaluronic acid).

• Apply a gentle, hydrating moisturizer if skin feels dry or tight.

Avoid:

• Makeup, SPF, sweating, workouts, hot showers, or steam.

• Do not wash your face for 6-12 hours or the next morning. 

Days 2–3

Do:

• Cleanse gently with a mild, fragrance‑free cleanser.

• Keep skin hydrated with simple serums and moisturizer, supplied to you after treatment only. 

• Use only a mineral sunscreen once redness calms, and you expose to the skin to the outside. 

Avoid:

• Retinoids, acids, scrubs, vitamin C, or any active products.

• Direct sun exposure.

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Days 3–7

Do:

• Continue hydrating and moisturizing.

• Expect light flaking — let it shed naturally.

• Wear mineral SPF daily.

Avoid:

• Picking or exfoliating peeling skin.

• Returning to strong actives until skin feels normal again. Normally 4-7 days post care. 

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After 1 Week

• Slowly reintroduce retinoids, vitamin C, and exfoliants.

• Keep protecting your skin from the sun.

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Call Your Provider If You Notice

• Redness that gets worse after Day 3

• Pustules or signs of infection

• Severe swelling or pain.