Microneedling Aftercare & Preparation

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Microneedling
Preparation & Aftercare

in Putney, Richmond, Wimbledon, Kingston, Wandsworth, & South West London

Clinically guided aftercare to ensure safe healing and optimal results

What to expect after Microneedling

Microneedling is an advanced, clinically proven treatment that stimulates the skin’s natural repair process by creating controlled micro-channels.
 
This triggers collagen and elastin production, improving skin texture, reducing acne scarring, and restoring a smoother, firmer appearance over time.
  • Mild redness similar to sunburn (24–48 hours)
  • Skin may feel tight, dry or sensitive
  • Light flaking may occur as skin renews
  • Full results develop over 4–6 weeks

6 months before

  • Avoid isotretinoin (Roaccutane)

Before your treatment

24 hours before

  • Avoid sun exposure or sunburn
  • Avoid retinol / active skincare
  • Do not attend with active breakouts or open skin

30 minutes before

  • Optional: apply numbing cream (lidocaine-based)

First 24 hours

  • Do not touch or apply products unless advised
  • Avoid sun exposure
  • No makeup

After your treatment

48 – 72 hours post treatment

  • Do not touch or apply products unless advised
  • Avoid sun exposure
  • No makeup

First 7 days post treatment

  • Do not touch or apply products unless advised
  • Avoid sun exposure
  • No makeup

What to avoid

First 24 hours

  • Sun exposure
  • Heat (sauna, steam, hot showers)
  • Exercise (first 48 hrs)
  • Active skincare (retinol, acids, peels)
  • Picking or touching the skin

Results timeline

Varies & depends on individuals

  • Glow: within a few days
  • Texture improvement: 2–3 weeks
  • Collagen improvement: 4–6 weeks

Ready to improve your skin?

Book Your Consultation

£50 consultation fee redeemable against treatment (within 2 weeks)

Skin Treatments Across Putney, Richmond & South West London

Putney

Richmond

Wimbledon

Twickenham

Kingston

Wandsworth

South West London

We provide advanced skin treatments including microneedling, PRP, skin boosters, Polyneucleotides, exosomes and cryotherapy for clients across Putney, Richmond, Wimbledon, Kingston, Twickenham, Wandsworth and surrounding areas as well as vitamin injections and ear wax removal.