What do I do with all the dead skin after microneedling 5 days ago?

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I had microneedling done on my chin on Tuesday, it is now Saturday evening. My skin isn't exactly peeling it just has tons of dead skin sitting there. I pat it with soap in the shower and rinse it off, I can't pat it dry though because the skin will come off, and i just dab lotion on it carefully. Do I just let it sit there or do I take off the dead skin at some point? It's been sitting there for a few days and it doesn't fall off. The areas underneath are still dark colored.

Elyse Rafal, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question , all my patients ask me this all the time! Its great your skin is peeling, you are shedding all your damaged skin, let your skin heal its self, naturally, apply gentle cleansers to lift the skin , but do not exfoliate, find a nice medium. your skin will lead you in the right direction. sometimes when my patients are very dry i will have them come in about 2 weeks post needling for a hydration restore treatment, follow up with your provider, if your feeling irritated.

R. Brannon Claytor, MD, FACS · Answer

The skin is still healing, it's imperative to let the skin do what it knows to do- repair. Usually, within 7-10 days the skin returns to normal appearance. To speed healing, do not pick or scratch; keep applying the mild skin products! Follow up with your skin care provider as well.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

We like retinols, vitamin c, growth factors, and hydroquinone after microneedling.  Please see an expert.  Cosmelan peels and facials should be done 3-5 days after microneedling.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Patricia Faraz, MD · Answer

Microneedling done with PRP and Retinols helps speed up the skins healing process. Once the redness is gone (usually day 3) You can continue to use your retinol products which will help with exfoliation.The flakiness will go away leaving your skin healthy, soft and smooth.Be patient and hope you are happy with your results.Best to you,

Justin Harper, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi msamer1693,Patients have different rates of healing - just remember not to pull or pick flaking skin. Continue using a gentle cleanser and a moisturizer (like Cerave) for dead skin or until flaking resolves.All the best,Justin Harper,M.D.

What do I do with all the dead skin after microneedling 5 days ago?

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Answer: Microneedling w/PRP

Answer: Microneedling w/PRP

Answer: Don't peel

Answer: Don't peel

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What do I do with all the dead skin after microneedling 5 days ago?

Answers (5)

Answer: Microneedling w/PRP

Answer: Microneedling w/PRP

Answer: Don't peel

Answer: Don't peel

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