• Don’t try microneedling at home. Since microneedling requires skin penetration, only a qualified physician should administer the treatment. Home microneedling can cause permanent skin damage and carries infection risks. Plus, home microneedling kits do not penetrate as deeply as physician treatments and cannot provide the same benefits.
• Don’t expose your treated skin to sun or heat until it heals from microneedling. Forgo hot showers or steam during healing.
• Don’t pick at dry or flaking skin. Moisturize your skin to avoid dryness.
• Don’t be too concerned if your skin is reddened and irritated after a microneedling session. Call your dermatologist if the redness persists or your skin becomes painful.
• Do inform your dermatologist of your medical history before microneedling. You should let them know about any chronic conditions as well as skin issues like cold sores, eczema, fungal infections, etc.
• Do follow your dermatologist’s instructions concerning microneedling. Make sure to adhere to your aftercare regimen, protect your skin from sun exposure, and use a gentle moisturizer.
• Do contact the Dermatology Institute of Boston for all your microneedling questions and skincare needs.