Microneedling Aftercare — Simple & Gentle
Keep your SkinPen results on track with easy, calming aftercare.
First 24–48 Hours
- Keep products simple; avoid acids, retinoids and scrubs.
- Cool-to-lukewarm water; pat dry — no rubbing.
- Hydrate with a gentle moisturiser; avoid fragranced, alcohol-heavy products.
- Skip heavy workouts, saunas and steam rooms for 24–48 hours.
- Daily SPF is a must.
Makeup & Styling
Most clients wait 24 hours before applying light makeup. Choose clean tools and avoid vigorous brushing over treated areas for a day or two.
Combining Treatments
If you’re pairing with PRP, timing is planned for comfort — see Microneedling & PRP.
What’s Normal?
Fresh-faced redness and mild warmth are common for 1–3 days. A gentle overview is in Microneedling Side Effects.
