Microneedling is a skin resurfacing treatment that improves texture, tonefine lines/wrinkles, and more.

If you are prone to herpes simplex outbreaks, such as cold sores, consult your provider on ways to treat prior or whether the procedure is appropriate for you.

This procedure may not be performed on active breakouts or open lesions. Please consult your provider prior to your SkinPen microneedling procedure to address any such issues.

Wait at least six months post isotretinoin use before your SkinPen microneedling procedure, as isotretinoin use may impair proper wound healing.

If you have recently used a spray or self-tanning lotions on treatment areas before your SkinPen microneedling procedure, please let us know.

Avoid sun exposure for 24 hours prior to the procedure.

Discontinue the use of topical products containing, alpha hydroxy acids, Retinol or Vitamin A for 24 hours prior to your SkinPen microneedling procedure.

If you are on autoimmune therapy, ask your provider if the procedure is appropriate for you

If your face or treatment area has irritated skin (sunburn, open wounds, sores) the day preceding your appointment, please contact our office before your appointment.

The appointment itself takes around 1 hour to 1.5 hours.

The treated area may be pink and mildly inflamed (similar to the appearance of mild sunburn) for 24-48 hours following the procedure.

24 hours post-procedure, you will want to keep your skin clean of cosmetics or sunscreen for the remainder of the day.

Avoid strenuous exercise or excessive perspiration as excess blood flow and sweat can cause discomfort and irritation to compromised skin for 72 hours.

Strictly avoid sun exposure as you will not be wearing sunscreen. You may return to sunscreen use 24 hours following the procedure. Continue to minimize sun exposure for 72 hours following the procedure.

Rapid Recovery complex may be applied additionally on the day of the procedure to assist with skin hydration. Reapply, as needed, up to 24 hours post-procedure.