FAQs

Microneedling pre care

*Avoid unprotected UV/sun exposure and sunburn the week prior and wear sunscreen (SPF30+ minimum) daily

*discontinue the use of prescription face creams 5 days prior to treatment

*discontinue use of retinols and exfoliation 3 days prior

*no injectables 2 weeks prior

*avoid waxing the proposed treatment area prior to treatment

*advise your therapist if you are on any contraindicating medication

 

Microneedling post care

*do not use skincare with active ingredients or that are heavily perfumed on your skin for the first week post treatment.  These include retinol, glycolic acids,and vitamin C.  Simple cleansers and moisturisers only.

*wear sunscreen, minimum of SPF30+ (UVA/UVB) daily and avoid any unprotected UV/sun exposure

*avoid wearing make-up for 24 hours although light make-up can be applied after 8 hours if required

*apply the water facemask provided by your therapist after 6 hours if required to ease erythema (redness) and discomfort

*avoid picking or scratching the treated area

*avoid heat-inducing activities for 24 - 48 hours post treatment

*avoid chlorinated pool water for 24 - 48 hours post treatment

If you have any concerns with your treatment, please contact SJA Skin clinic so we can advise on post care instructions

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Contraindications

- active infections such as herpes cold sores​

- chronic skin conditions such as severe eczema, psoriasis

- bleeding disorders

- immunosuppression

- poorly controlled diabetes

- pregnancy

- a history of keloid scarring

- use of oral isotreninoin (Roaccuatane) within the last 6 months

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Speak to your practitioner if you have any concerns before treatment.

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