Skin needling aftercare

8 May

To enjoy the best results from your skin needling treatment and to avoid any adverse reactions it is important to follow your aftercare instructions.

Following your treatment, the microscopic puncture wounds from skin needling are still open and your skin is vulnerable to developing irritation or infection. Therefore, careful precautions must be taken to prevent complications and to ensure the best results.

Immediately after your treatment, your skin will likely have a red, tight, ‘sunburned’ appearance and may feel warm and tender for several hours. This is a normal skin response and should subside in the next 24 to 72 hours. You can apply a cool clean face cloth for comfort.

Redness will settle and is usually replaced by dry, tight skin. This will shed over the next 7 days. You must not pick, scratch or use any exfoliating products as this may damage the new skin and introduce bacteria, leading to skin infections.

For the 24 hours following your skin needling appointment:

Keep the area clean
Place peptide mask in the fridge and apply 4-6 hours post needling treatment (optional add-on)
Avoid sun exposure
Avoid makeup
Apply skincare products recommended by your clinician

For 3 days following your skin needling appointment:

Avoid AHAs, BHAs, retinols, salicylic acid or glycolic acid
Switch to a gentle cleanser that has been recommended by your clinican
Avoid aspirin and ibuprofen
Avoid swimming in chlorinated pools and spas, strenuous exercise, sweating, and saunas
If you require makeup, use a quality mineral makeup and remember to clean makeup brushes regularly

For the 2 weeks following your skin needling appointment:

After 5 days you may re-introduce your regular skin care regime
We recommend booking a DMK Enzyme Therapy treatment 7 days after your needling treatment to assist in the exfoliation process
Avoid facials, peels, laser hair removal or waxing in the area
Avoid excessive sun exposure
Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every day