Microneedling

Microneedling is suitable for all skin types and tones. It is especially beneficial for dull, tired or lax skin, acne scarring, dehydrated or mature skin, photo-damaged skin, hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles on the face and décolleté.

We begin with a conversation about your concerns, a skin assessment, and careful cleansing and preparation of the treatment area.

The microneedling device is then applied with controlled movements and settings tailored to your skin and the area being treated. Sensation varies depending on the area and treatment intensity, so I’ll explain what to expect before we begin.

We finish with aftercare suitable for the treatment and go through what your skin will need over the following days.

Avoid exfoliating products such as AHA, BHA, retinol or scrubs for 48 hours beforehand, as well as waxing, self-tan or any new skincare products that could irritate the skin. If you shave, do so the day before to avoid irritation.

If you use topical medications like tretinoin or other retinoids, pause them for 48 hours unless instructed otherwise by your dermatologist.

For the first 24 hours: Avoid makeup. Sleep on a clean pillowcase and use a clean face towel.

For the first 72 hours: Avoid sweating, hot showers, sauna, steam rooms and intense exercise.

For the first 10 days: Minimize sun exposure and apply SPF daily.

Do not do any form of hair removal (waxing, laser, electrolysis, depilatory creams). Avoid any facial treatments unless I have advised otherwise.

Avoid touching your face, picking at the skin, pulling at flaking areas, and don't try to speed up exfoliation with scrubs or peels.

You don’t need to remember everything — you’ll receive a detailed email with exact instructions, tips and everything you’ll need for the days following your treatment.

After treatment, you may experience redness, warmth, mild swelling, dryness or flaking.

Their intensity and duration depend on the treatment and your skin’s response, and they may take several days to settle.

Depending on your skin and goals, I may recommend a course of 4–6 sessions, spaced approximately four weeks apart, provided your skin has fully recovered.

Your plan is adjusted according to your skin’s response.

Afterwards, we’ll review whether a maintenance session would be useful and when to schedule it. As a general rule I usually recommend one session every few months.