MICRO NEEDLING
Micro-needling treatment is a procedure to stimulate the skin to regenerate and repair itself naturally and safely. The technology used is advanced micro-medical skin needling. The treatment creates smoother, brighter, healthier, younger-looking skin.
Due to its ability to naturally regenerate and repair skin, the procedure is used to treat lines and wrinkles of the face and neck, aged and sun-damaged skin, scars, and stretch marks.
The procedure uses a derma roller to stimulate the skin by creating hundreds of tiny puncture holes. Your skin responds by producing extra collagen to heal the injuries, enhancing the skin, and increasing the natural blood supply to the skin.
With your skin’s collagen production on a jump-start, you will start seeing results in three months. The final and best results can be seen in 12 months. These micro punctures also increase the absorption of topical products that enhances the skin, such as vitamins. Though most commonly the procedure is used to treat the face, your hands, neck, back, and chest can also be treated.
Preparing for the treatment
Use sunscreen regularly for two days before the treatment. Refrain from using any other creams, moisturizers, or make-up on the area to be treated. Do let us know if you are on any medication.
Do not wear any makeup or use any moisturizer or sunblock on the day of the treatment.
Post-treatment care
Take care to protect yourself from the sun. Avoid saunas and steam for seven days after the treatment. Moisturizers should be applied regularly; every six hours for at least three days. Six to eight hours after the procedure, you can wash your face using a gentle face wash. Avoid using anything else on your skin for three days after the treatment.
Your skin takes 24-48 hrs to heal from this procedure. You may experience mild redness. This may last about two days. But this is normal, and you have nothing to worry about. If you have any concerns you can always call us.
We recommend a gap of 3-4 weeks between the sessions.
Ideal for:
- Acne Scarring
- Open pores
- Surgical Scars
- Skin Texture
- Wrinkles
- Fine lines
- Skin Tightness
- Pigmentation
Treatment duration –
Anaesthetic – topical and local
Back to work – 7-8 days
Results – 3-12 months
Results last – 6-12 months
Risks – none
You may also want to try:
- PRP
- Fraxel RF
Before Care (Pre-Treatment)
Purpose: To ensure skin is healthy, reduce risks, and improve healing.
- 1–2 Weeks Before
- No sunburn or tanning: Avoid direct sun exposure, tanning beds, or self-tanning creams.
- Stop irritants: Discontinue retinoids, strong acids (AHA, BHA, glycolic, salicylic), benzoyl peroxide, or harsh scrubs.
- Avoid other procedures: No chemical peels, waxing, dermabrasion, or laser in the same area.
- Inform your provider: About any history of keloids, cold sores (may need antiviral prophylaxis), or skin infections.
- Blood-thinning medications: Inform your doctor if you are taking aspirin, ibuprofen, or anticoagulants (may need adjustment to reduce bruising risk).
- Hydration: Drink plenty of water for optimal skin healing.
- 24–48 Hours Before
- Avoid alcohol (can increase bruising and swelling).
- Avoid intense workouts or heat exposure.
- Keep the skin clean, makeup-free, and moisturized.
- Shave the area if advised (especially for men with facial hair).
After Care (Post-Treatment)
Purpose: To minimize inflammation, prevent infection, and support skin repair.
Immediately After (First 24–48 hrs)
- Mild redness & swelling are normal (similar to sunburn).
- After 6 hours, wash treated area with normal water and then apply fuciocrt/ forboncort (anti-bacterial cream) and repeat the same thing at night as well.
- Use only gentle products: Cleanse with a mild, fragrance-free cleanser and apply a soothing, hydrating product (e.g., hyaluronic acid serum, aloe vera gel). Apply fucicort for 2 more days morning and night.
- Avoid makeup for at least 24 hours (longer if there’s still redness or pinpoint scabbing).
- No workouts, swimming, exercises, beach activities for 3 days.
- No touching or picking at the skin.
- Consume collagen rich food and collagen tablets
- Avoid caffeine
First Week
- Moisturize frequently – keep the skin barrier hydrated with non-comedogenic, gentle creams (e.g., ceramide-based moisturizers).
- Strict sun protection: Apply SPF 30+ broad spectrum daily, reapply every 2 hours if outdoors.
- Avoid heat & sweat: No saunas, steam rooms, hot showers, or heavy workouts for 72 hours.
- Do not exfoliate or use actives (retinoids, acids, vitamin C) until skin fully recovers.
- Expect light flaking/scabbing – let it shed naturally.
Recovery Timeline
- Redness: 1–3 days (may last longer for sensitive skin)
- Swelling: 1–2 days
- Microscopic crusting/scabbing: 3–7 days
- Full healing: About 1 week, collagen remodeling continues for months.
