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Everything You Need to Know Before Your First Skin Needling Treatment

An Overview:

Skin needling (micro-needling) is a clinically proven procedure which creates controlled micro-injuries within the skin to stimulate collagen and elastin production. While highly effective, appropriate pre & post care is essential to ensure optimal results and minimise adverse effects.

What to Do:

Pre-Procedure

Discontinue topical retinoids, alpha / beta hydroxy acids & other active ingredients 3-4 days prior
Avoid excess UV exposure for reduction of post-inflammatory pigmentation
Ensure skin is intact without irritation / infection

What To Expect Post-Procedure

Skin will be red and mildly inflamed
May be followed by transient dryness or desquamation as epidermal renewal proceeds
Lasts 24-28 hours

Post-Treatment Care

Maintain epidermal hydration and support barrier repair
Avoid makeup application for at least 24 hours
Refrain from heat exposure (i.e. exercise & saunas) for 24-48 hours
Apply broad spectrum SPF daily
Collagen remodelling is a gradual biological process which advances at different speeds depending on the person. While some patients see initial improvement with skin radiance within a week, significant changes often occur over 3-4 weeks with assistance from continued treatments afterward. Outcomes include enhanced dermal thickness, improved texture and reduction of acne scarring and dyschromia appearance.

A course of treatments is generally recommended to achieve desired clinical outcomes as the process is cumulative.

Reveal your best skin yet with Skin Needling at XO Aesthetics!

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