PRE-VISIT:

• Cleanse area thoroughly 
• Avoid topical agents that may increase your skin’s sensitivity, such as retinoids,topical antibiotics, or acids 3-5 days prior to your treatment.
• Avoid unprotected sun exposure or sunburn for at least 24 hours prior to your treatment.
• No waxing, depilatory creams, or electrolysis to the area being treated for 5-7 days prior.
• If you’re prone to cold sores, take an antiviral agent for 2 days prior to and the day of the treatment.
• Avoid blood-thinning agents for one week prior because bruising is a common side effect. After the treatment, nothing topical should be applied for at least 90 minutes.
• Drink plenty of water.

POST-CARE

• Avoid washing your face for the first 6-8 hours. You can gently wash the treated area with a gentle cleanser and apply a mild moisturizer after that.
• If you are given a mask, keep it on for at least 15-30 mins.
• For the first 90 mins, don’t touch the face, don’t put anything else on (besides the mask), and avoid sun exposure.
• After 6-8 hours, you can apply a mild moisturizer.
• After 24-48 hours post-procedure: apply the Cellular Renewal Serum and Healing Accelerator for the best results. Cleanse first and apply 1-3 pumps each. Apply daily, morning and night.
• For the first 5 days, your skin will be dryer than normal (trans-epidermal water loss) so drink plenty of water and moisturize often throughout the day.
• No Retin-A, Retinol, vitamin C, BHA, AHA, or exfoliation for 5-7 days.
• For at least 3-7 days post-treatment, do NOT use any Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Beta Hydroxy Acid, Retinol (Vitamin A), Vitamin C (in a low pH formula), or anything perceived as “active” skincare.
• Do not exfoliate at least for 7 days.
• Avoid direct sunlight for at least 7 days. Ensure you have proper sun protection whenever you are out in the sun
• Avoid sweating for the first 24 hours (No gym, sauna, swimming, spicy food, exercise)
• Avoid makeup for at least 12 hours after the procedure. Sanitize makeup brushes before using them.
• Avoid exposure to pet dander and other irritants as best you can. You may experience a mild allergic reaction to pets and other things you typically do not react to within the first 24 hours.

• Spritz your face with the Aloe Vera mist given to you in your aftercare bag as needed.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Your skin may feel hot and tight, like a mild sunburn.
• For your first treatment, (and treatments at .25mm in general) you can expect mild redness and swelling, and a tight, warm sensation for between 4-24 hours. Treatments with longer needle lengths may produce redness and swelling, along with tiny flecks of redness for between 4-72 hours.
• Mild skin sloughing may occur for a few days after treatment.
• Mild acne and milia can occur in rare cases. Don’t pick and they’ll go away in a few days.
• Trans-Epidermal Water Loss is a common temporary side effect and could leave you feeling dry throughout the first week. Keep the recommended moisturizer with you during the day and apply as frequently as necessary to avoid dryness.

Next Steps:

• Return for a follow-up treatment in about a month or as recommended.