Rejuvapen Microneedling - Pre & Post Care Instructions

 

Preparation for Microneedling Treatment

3 - 5 days before treament:

You will be asked to discontinue use of Retin A, Retinols, Vitamin A creams and other topic medications.

It is required that you wear a sunscreen daily and use the appropriate home care topical products. Examples are Urban Skin Rx Even Tone Cream or Retinol Pads.


24 hours prior to your treatment:

  • No Retin-A products or applications

  • No auto-immune therapies or products

  • No prolonged sun exposure to the face. A Microneedling treatment will not be administered on sunburned skin.


On the day of the treatment, please keep your face clean and do not apply any makeup.

Please note:

  • If you are taking a blood thinner, aspirin or any other medication that you have the propensity to bleed easily while on, please tell your technician. If you are under a physician’s care and need to discontinue your medication for a few days, always ask your physician prior to each Microneedling appointment.

  • If you are planning to receive Botox, make sure that you give yourself at least 2 weeks post Botox injections before receiving your Microneedling treatment.

  • If an active or extreme breakout occurs before treatment, please consult your practitioner. Wait 6 months following oral isotretinoin use.




Post Microneedling Treatment Tips

  • No sunscreen OR makeup for 12 hours following treatment.

  • Wash the face a few hours after treatment or before bed time. Use a gentle cleanser. Gently massage the face with tepid water (a shower can provide an easier ability to massage the face while washing at the same time), and remove all serum and dried blood. This will improve the appearance of the skin and also allow for better subsequent absorption of HydraFirm Serum.

  • 12 - 72 hours post-treatment - mineral makeup can be applied. But continue to use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid serum, and physical sunblock with an SPF of 25 or higher. If a more aggressive treatment was performed you should also use a more occlusive balm such as Aquaphor.

  • 48 to 72 hours post-treatment - client can return to regular skin care regimen. Retinol products are strongly recommended for optimal results.

 

What to Avoid

To ensure the proper healing environment, be certain to observe the following:

  • For at least 2 hours 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.

  • Avoid intentional and direct sunlight for 24 hours. No tanning beds.

  • DO NOT go swimming for at least 24 hours post-treatment.

  • DO NOT participate in aerobic exercise or strenuous activity for the first 24 hours post-treatment.

    • Sweating and gym environments are harmful, rife with bacteria and may cause adverse reactions.

  • Avoid alcohol-based toners for 10-14 days as well as excessive sun exposure for 10 days.

 

In case of emergency such as allergic reaction, please proceed to the nearest emergency room.