Pre-Care Instructions
Before your treatment, I will assess your skin and review your medical history. Photos will be taken to compare before and after your treatment.
Avoid retinoids, Retin-A, or exfoliants for at least 72 hours (about three days) before your appointment
No IPL or laser treatments seven days before your appointment.
If you plan to shave, please do so at least 24 hours before your appointment. This will help you feel prepared and in control on the day of your treatment.
Please ensure your skin is clean from makeup or lotions before your appointment.
If you have a history of cold sores, please let us know at least three days before your appointment. This will allow us to prescribe antiviral medication, ensuring your comfort and safety during the treatment.
What To Expect At Your Appointment
I will clean your skin and apply a numbing cream to the treatment area at least 45 minutes before your treatment so that the numbing has time to work.
I will then cleanse your skin from the numbing and begin your treatment. The microneedling tool, which looks like a pen, will be rolled around your face in slow, circular motions while the needles penetrate your skin. The needle length can be changed, and the nurse will do so depending on the area being treated.
Your comfort is my top priority during the treatment. You may experience a warm or scratching sensation on your face, particularly in more sensitive areas like your eyes and forehead. If you find the sensation too intense, please let me know immediately. I will adjust the settings to ensure your comfort.
The treatment can take 30-60 minutes.
Post-Care Instructions
Once your treatment is over, your skin will appear red and swollen. This can last up to a week. Please ensure you have no significant events within two weeks of your treatment.
Ice or a cold compress can be applied post-treatment for your comfort.
Please stay out of the sun while your skin heals for at least seven days after treatment.
Avoid hot tubs, oceans, saunas, and big bodies of water. Your pores are open, and it is vital to keep your face clean and accessible from areas with dirty water.
There is a risk of bruising, scarring, or infection post-treatment. Please know this is a safe procedure, but be vigilant about following directions to avoid these risks.
Most clients need multiple treatments over several months to achieve the desired results.