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SKMICRONEEDLING cheat sheet 👇
I wish every client knew about
📍 save this before your next appointment
😘 If I haven’t covered it below, just comment any questions and I’ll be your guide
✨And make sure you’re following for regular skin tips from a practitioner of over 10 years
✨BEFORE APPOINTMENT
48 hours before
Avoid:
• retinol
• exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA)
• strong vitamin C
• waxing / aggressive treatments
24 hours before
Avoid:
• alcohol
• heavy sun exposure
• picking active breakouts
Arrive with clean skin + no fake tan.
✨DURING APPOINTMENT
Not all treatments are the same. Your practitioner should NEVER do a one size fits all - but many do 🤦🏻♀️
The pain level depends on personal thresholds, needle depth and the skill of your practitioner to adjust accordingly. For me - pain level paprika , for others ? Pain level habanero chili 🌶️ 🤣
📍NEEDLE DEPTH
0.25–0.5mm
Glow / product absorption / mild texture / nervous patients wanting to test the pain level
0.75–1.0mm
Acne scars / deeper lines / collagen stimulation
1.0mm - 2.0 mm
Deeper acne scarring / stretch marks / advanced collagen remodelling
✨ FIRST 48 HOURS AFTER TREATMENT
⏰6 hours
Do NOT:
• touch your face
• apply makeup
• exercise
Let the skin settle.
⏰First evening
Use only:
✔ gentle cleanser / water
✔ hyaluronic acid
✔ simple moisturiser
Avoid:
✖ retinol
✖ acids
✖ vitamin C
⏰ 24 hours
Skin may look pink, tight or slightly warm.
Avoid:
• gym / sweating
• heat / saunas
• sun exposure SPF VITAL!
⏰48 hours
You can gradually return to normal skincare. But still be mindful of actives.
SPF is essential - still!
⏰Day 1–2
Redness similar to very mild sunburn.
⏰Day 3–5
Some people notice dryness or light flaking.
⏰Week 2–4
Skin begins collagen rebuilding phase.
⏰Week 4–6
This is when many people see their best results.
TIME FOR NEXT SESSION!
A course of 3-4 spaced 4-6 weeks apart is recommended for optimal results and collagen remodelling
The mistake most people make is thinking ONE treatment will dramatically improve! GET THAT COURSE BOOKED! And thank me later 😘
#microneedling #microneedlingbedford #collagen #glowingskin #glassskin
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