Microneedling (SkinPen®) Pre & Post Care 💉

For optimal skin regeneration, healing, and glow.

💡 Before Your Appointment: Pre-Treatment Instructions

To ensure your skin is prepped for the best results with SkinPen Microneedling:

Avoid active skincare (retinols, AHAs/BHAs, exfoliants) for 3–5 days before your appointment.
Stay out of direct sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 1 week prior.
Refrain from waxing, shaving, or using depilatory creams on the area 24 hours before treatment.
Avoid alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, and omega-3 supplements for 24–48 hours (unless medically prescribed).
Drink plenty of water before your appointment—hydrated skin responds best.
If you are prone to cold sores, please take antiviral medication as advised.
Discontinue Accutane (or similar medications) at least 6 months before.

📝 First-time client? Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to complete your intake form.

🧴 Aftercare: What to Expect & How to Care for Your Skin

Following your SkinPen treatment, you may experience redness, tightness, and mild itching—this is completely normal and part of the skin's natural healing process.

Use only the provided Lift Gel (white tube) for the first 24 hours—apply with clean hands.
After 18 hours, you may cleanse gently with lukewarm water and a mild, non-active cleanser.
Avoid sun exposure for at least 2 weeks. Always use a broad-spectrum mineral sunscreen (SPF 30+), even indoors.
No sweating, heat, or water exposure (e.g. saunas, swimming, intense workouts) for 72 hours.
Wait 24 hours before applying makeup. Use only mineral-based products for the first 48 hours.
Avoid all active ingredients (acids, retinoids, scrubs) for 5–7 days, or until your skin has fully calmed.
Use a fresh pillowcase the night of your treatment, and avoid sleeping with pets.

⏳ Itching is a normal side effect. Your skin is healing and rebuilding collagen—it’s doing the work!

⚠️ Not Recommended If You Have:

Pregnancy or are currently breastfeeding
Active breakouts, open wounds, or cold sores
Accutane use within the past 6 months
A history of keloid or hypertrophic scarring
Autoimmune disorders or are immunocompromised
Bleeding disorders or on blood thinners (unless cleared by your doctor)

💬 Have Questions About Your Treatment?

We’re always here to help. If you have any concerns before or after your microneedling session, feel free to contact us.

📞 Text: (587) 570-8338
📧 Email: reception@maartemedispa.com
📍 Located in Millwoods, Southside Edmonton

Your skin journey is important to us—and we’re with you every step of the way.