Microneedling Care Guide
Stimulating Your Skin’s Natural Renewal Process
Microneedling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a device containing very fine sterile needles to create controlled microchannels within the skin.
These tiny, precisely controlled injuries stimulate the skin’s natural healing response, encouraging the production of new collagen and elastin—two proteins that are essential for healthy, youthful-looking skin.
At LumiLife Aesthetics + Wellness, microneedling is performed under physician supervision using evidence-based protocols designed to improve skin quality while minimizing downtime.
Depending on your skin’s needs, microneedling may also be combined with treatments such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF), or topical exosomes to support the skin’s natural regenerative processes. While early studies are encouraging, research continues regarding the added benefits of these combination therapies, and results vary among individuals.
What Can Microneedling Treat?
Microneedling may help improve the appearance of:
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Uneven skin texture
- Acne scars
- Surgical scars
- Enlarged pores
- Mild skin laxity
- Sun-damaged skin
- Hyperpigmentation (selected patients)
- Overall skin tone and brightness
Microneedling is appropriate for many skin types and tones, making it a versatile treatment option for skin rejuvenation.
Before Your Treatment
Preparing your skin properly helps promote healing and reduces the risk of irritation.
Please:
✔ Stay well hydrated.
✔ Eat a light meal before your appointment.
✔ Arrive with clean skin and no makeup whenever possible.
✔ Inform your physician of any recent cosmetic procedures or new medications.
✔ Notify us if you are prone to cold sores, as preventive antiviral medication may be recommended for treatments around the lips.
Skin Care Products
Unless otherwise instructed by your physician, we generally recommend temporarily discontinuing the following products approximately 5–7 days before treatment:
- Prescription retinoids (such as tretinoin)
- Retinol products
- Glycolic acid
- Salicylic acid
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Other exfoliating products that may increase skin sensitivity
Sun Exposure
Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning for at least one week before treatment.
Recently sunburned skin should not be treated.
Please Inform Your Physician If You Have:
- An active acne breakout
- Active cold sores
- Skin infection
- Open wounds
- Eczema flare
- Psoriasis flare
- Recent facial surgery
- History of abnormal scarring or keloids
- Autoimmune skin disorders
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding (individualized discussion may be appropriate)
Treatment may need to be postponed until the skin has healed.
What Happens During Treatment?
After cleansing your skin, a topical anesthetic is usually applied to improve comfort.
Once the skin is numb, the microneedling device is gently passed over the treatment area, creating thousands of controlled microscopic channels within the skin.
Depending on your individualized treatment plan, your physician may apply:
- Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
- Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF)
- Topical exosomes
- Physician-selected recovery serums
These products are applied immediately after treatment, when the temporary microchannels may enhance topical delivery. While this approach is commonly used in aesthetic medicine, research is ongoing to better define the additional clinical benefits compared with microneedling alone.
Most treatments take approximately 45–75 minutes, including the application of topical anesthetic.
What Should I Expect After Treatment?
Immediately after treatment, it is normal to experience:
- Redness (similar to a mild sunburn)
- Mild swelling
- Skin tightness
- Warmth
- Mild pinpoint bleeding during the procedure
- Temporary skin sensitivity
Most redness improves within 24–72 hours, although recovery varies depending on the treatment depth.
Some patients experience mild flaking or dryness during the first week as the skin renews itself.
When Will I See Results?
Many patients notice brighter, smoother skin within several weeks.
Because collagen remodeling takes time, improvements continue gradually over the following two to six months.
For concerns such as acne scars or skin laxity, a series of treatments is usually recommended to achieve optimal results.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Treatment recommendations vary depending on your goals.
General guidelines include:
- Skin maintenance: 3 treatments
- Fine lines and texture: 3–4 treatments
- Acne scars: 4–6 treatments
- Surgical scars: individualized treatment plan
Treatments are typically spaced 4–6 weeks apart.
After Your Treatment
Your skin will be more sensitive during the healing process.
During the First 24 Hours
✔ Keep the treated skin clean.
✔ Apply only products recommended by your physician.
✔ Stay well hydrated.
✔ Sleep on a clean pillowcase.
✔ Allow your skin to heal naturally.
Avoid for 24–48 Hours
- Makeup
- Vigorous exercise
- Swimming pools
- Hot tubs
- Saunas
- Steam rooms
- Excessive sweating
- Direct sun exposure
Avoid for Approximately One Week
Unless otherwise instructed:
- Retinoids
- Retinol
- Glycolic acid
- Salicylic acid
- Benzoyl peroxide
- Chemical exfoliants
- Waxing of treated areas
Resume your normal skincare routine gradually as your skin heals.
Sun Protection
Daily sunscreen is essential following microneedling.
We recommend using a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher once the skin has recovered sufficiently, along with protective clothing and avoidance of prolonged sun exposure whenever possible.
Combination Treatments
Depending on your individualized treatment plan, microneedling may be combined with:
- PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
- PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin)
- Exosome therapy
- PRX Skin Revitalization (performed during separate visits as recommended)
- Medical-grade skincare
Combining treatments may improve overall skin rejuvenation in selected patients, although not every patient requires combination therapy.
When Should I Contact LumiLife?
Please contact us promptly if you experience:
- Fever
- Increasing redness after the first several days
- Pus or drainage
- Severe swelling
- Significant worsening pain
- Blistering
- Signs of infection
- Any unexpected reaction that concerns you
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Philosophy
At LumiLife Aesthetics + Wellness, PDO Threads are viewed as a regenerative treatment—not simply a lifting procedure. By combining mechanical support with the body’s natural collagen-building response, PDO Threads can help improve skin quality, facial definition, and early signs of aging while preserving your natural appearance. Every treatment is physician-directed, evidence-informed, and tailored to your individual anatomy and goals.