SkinPen® Microneedling Aftercare

Written By Rhianne Honore

SkinPen® Microneedling Aftercare

Patient Information

Important Notice
This information is provided for general educational purposes only and is intended for patients who have already undergone SkinPen® microneedling following an individual consultation with a qualified practitioner.
It is not intended to promote treatment or provide medical advice.

Purpose of Aftercare

Appropriate aftercare following SkinPen® microneedling supports skin recovery, maintains barrier function, and reduces the risk of irritation, infection, or pigment changes. Recovery time will vary depending on treatment depth and individual skin response. Always follow the personalised advice provided by your practitioner.

Immediately After Treatment

  • Redness, warmth, tightness, or mild swelling is common

  • Do not touch, rub, or pick at the treated skin

  • Apply only the post-treatment products recommended by your practitioner

  • Keep the skin clean and hydrated

Avoid for the First 24 Hours

  • Exercise or activities that cause overheating

  • Bathing or showering over the treated area

  • Makeup application

  • Sunscreen or skincare products unless specifically advised

Avoid for the First 72 Hours

  • Chemical sunscreen

  • Active skincare products not recommended by your practitioner

Avoid for 5–10 Days

  • Exfoliating products (scrubs, AHAs, BHAs, vitamin A/retinoids)

  • Prescription topical retinoids

  • Home microneedling devices

  • Anti-wrinkle injections

  • Direct sun exposure to the treated area

  • Any skincare products not recommended by your practitioner

Avoid for 2 Weeks

  • Waxing, bleaching, depilatory creams, or electrolysis in treated areas

  • IPL or laser hair removal

  • IPL or laser skin rejuvenation

  • Facial treatments of any kind, including peels or resurfacing treatments

  • Microdermabrasion or epidermal levelling

  • Dermal filler treatments

Avoid for 4 Weeks

  • Medium to deep chemical peels

  • Further SkinPen® microneedling treatments

  • Fractional or ablative laser resurfacing

  • Surgical facial procedures

Skincare Guidance

First 24 hours:

  • Use only the post-procedure products recommended by your practitioner

  • No sunscreen unless specifically instructed

Days 2–7:

  • Gentle, acid-free cleanser

  • Barrier-support products as advised

  • Physical sunscreen only (no chemical sunscreen)

Day 8 onwards:

  • Gradually reintroduce active skincare products as tolerated

General Care Advice

  • Do not pick or scratch the skin, as this increases the risk of infection, scarring, and pigmentation changes

  • Increase water intake to support hydration

  • Protect the treated area with hats, sunglasses, or protective clothing when outdoors

  • Avoid washcloths, cleansing brushes, or exfoliating tools on the treated area

When to Contact the Clinic

Please contact By the Bay Cosmetics if you experience:

  • Increasing redness, swelling, pain, or heat

  • Signs of infection

  • Delayed healing or unexpected skin reactions

  • Any concerns about your recovery

If you are unsure or feel something is not right, we would always prefer you contact the clinic for advice.

By the Bay Cosmetics
Patient Aftercare Information

Rhianne Honore
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