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177807963500Micro-Needling Pre & Post InstructionsPre-Treatment: Come with NO makeup on to procedure.If you have been on Accutane in the past 6 months you cannot have this procedure.Avoid retinoids, topical antibiotics, exfoliants, hydroquinone, and benzoyl peroxide 5 days prior to procedure.Recommended skin care system for preconditioning for 4-6 weeks for optimal results. We recommend ZO Phase I Daily Skincare kit sold at Valley Dermatology.Avoidance of IPL/Laser procedures 7 days prior.No waxing, depilatory creams or electrolysis 5-7 days prior to microneedling.No shaving the day of the procedure.Start an Antiviral for 2 days prior to and day of treatment if history of cold sores.Post- Treatment:A sunburn-like effect is normal for 1-3 days. You will look and feel sunburned after the treatment. Severity of redness will depend on how aggressive the treatment was performed. The skin may feel tight, dry, swollen, and sensitive to the touch. The treated area may appear darker and the darkened skin may flake off within 1 week. Avoid picking or exfoliating the area and allow old skin to flake off naturally.After Care Products and Regimen: Wash the treated area gently twice a day with a gentle cleanser (ZO Foamacleanse). Apply a soothing, healing moisturizer as often as needed for the first 3 days (ZO Revivatrol).Sun exposure must be avoided for at least 24 hours after your treatment, preferably 1-2 weeks. We recommend physical avoidance of the sun in all treated areas, a protective hat and a full spectrum sun block of SPF 30 or higher.Do not use exfoliating products and retinoids on the treated areas for at least 1 week.Advil or Tylenol may be taken as necessary for discomfort. Ice packs may be used if desired to minimize swelling.Avoid strenuous exercise or sweating for 24 hours due to open pores. Recommend follow up and repeat treatments in 4 weeks and for best results a series of 3-5 treatments.Treatment Achieves:Reduces wrinkles and fine lines.Improves scarsReduces appearance of stretch marksPrevents signs of agingStimulates new collagenHelps your skincare products work betterIf you have any questions or concerns you can contact us at 509-892-2480

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