Microneedling (HA and PRP): Pre + Post Treatment Instructions
Pre Treatment
Stop any anti-inflammatories,(i.e. IBuprofen, advil,motrin,vitamin E and fish oil) 72 hour prior.
Stop any topical retinoids or Vitamin A derevitives 72 hours prior.
Start taking arnica orally if concerned about bruising (if doing PRP injections).
Avoid extended sun exposure 2 weeks prior.
Drink lots of water and eat prior, if doing PRP blood draw.
Treat appropriately if you have a history of cold sores. We can provide a prescription if needed.
Post Treatment
Only rinse the face with water the night after treatment and apply Hylauronic acid serum given
Next morning can use a gentle cleanser and spf only if necessary. Continue applying HA serum when feeling dry throughout the day.
Try not to apply makeup/moisturizers until 48 hours after treatment.
Avoid retinoids for 72 hours.
No anti-inflammatories for 48 hours
No exercise for 24 hours
Avoid extended sun exposure for the next 2 weeks and wear daily SPF
Immediately After Appointment
Do not apply anything to skin for six to eight hours after treatment. This includes makeup, SPF and products of any kind.
Avoid clothing, headbands, scarves or hats on the treated area.
Redness and/or swelling is common and will resolve over time.
6–8 Hours After Appointment
Gently rinse skin with water only.
Apply HA serums provided.
One to Three Days After Treatment
Cleanse skin with a gentle cleanser.
Apply SPF in the morning, and throughout the day as needed.
Apply serums provided as needed.
Do not pick, peel, rub, scrub or irritate your skin while it is healing, as this may cause scarring.
Do not use a Clarisonic® or other exfoliating agents/scrubs for 3 days.
Do not use retinol, alpha beta hydroxy acid (AHA) or bleaching creams for 3 days.
Avoid other facial treatments 7 days post treatment.
If you have any questions or experience any side effects, please contact our office immediately. Text us at 202.333.4445 and send in photo.