To help you get the best results from your Microneedling with PDGF treatment, please review and follow the post-care checklist below.
First 0–24 hours
- Do not use active skincare (acids, retinoids, exfoliants) for at least 48 hours.
- Avoid direct sunlight and tanning beds; apply sunscreen once healing begins.
- No swimming, hot tubs, or submerging treated skin in water.
- No exercise, sweating, or strenuous activity.
- Use only gentle, hydrating skincare.
- Do not pick, scratch, or exfoliate while healing.
- Sleep on a clean pillowcase.
24–72 hours
- Gentle non-active cleanser with cool water and fingertip pressure only.
- Fragrance-free moisturizer and SPF 30+ mandatory.
- Expect redness, mild swelling, and sensitivity for 24–48 hours.
First week
- No AHA, BHA, or retinoids for 5–7 days.
- SPF daily for 2 weeks.
- No waxing or aggressive treatments for 2 weeks.
What to expect
- Healthy pink glow may last up to 3 days.
- Skin may feel tighter or drier at first — normal as fresh skin emerges.
- Improvements often visible within 1–2 weeks; optimal results build over a series.
Contact us immediately if
- Increasing redness after day 3, pustules, fever, severe pain, or herpetic blistering.
Medical Disclaimer: These are general guidelines and do not replace personalized medical advice. Always follow the specific instructions from your TMRW clinician.
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