Post SkinPen and sun exposure, can sun exposure cause hyperpigmentation?

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I received a SkinPen treatment Fri morning. Sat morning I was unexpectedly needed for a sporting event. I woke up with some peeling that washed away with my gentle cleanser. Layered on 42 spf &50 spf CC cream. I wore a hat &didn't sweat much on my face but still was in the sun for longer than I would want. I am scared of the reprocussions. I washed&moisturizered as soon as I was home. Tomorrow I plan on staying indoors for most of the day. Do you think I caused hyperpigmentation etc??

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

After a SkinPen treatment it is recommended that you stay out of the sun.  The skin needs time to heal and can be more prone to burning as well as hyperpigmentation.  It is good that you wore sunscreen and wore a hat.  For the remainder of the healing period be sure to closely follow your post care instructions.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is difficult to predict, but it sounds like you used adequate sun protection. I recommend following up with your Doctor for after care recommendations. I recommend prp, PDT after therapy with topically applied growth factors. I also always combine microneedling with prp and lasers to get the best outcomes. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jessica H. Kim, MD, FAAD · Answer

There is a possibility that you may see some hyperpigmentation.  Ideally, I instruct patients to stay out of the sun for 2-3 days as you heal.  I recommend that you discuss with your provider your concerns.  He or she may prescribe a prescription-strength fading cream for prevention.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

Diagnosis is uncertain- Skin Pen and microneedling has no energy, unlike lasers or RF. The induction of PIH and stimulation of melanocytes (pigment cells) is limited. Having said that PIH can occur (less probability than with lasers). Question begs - what was the aim of microneedling? Did you have dermal melasma prior?

Post SkinPen and sun exposure, can sun exposure cause hyperpigmentation?

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Answer: Sun exposure and hyperpigmenation with microneedling.

Answer: Sun exposure and hyperpigmenation with microneedling.

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Answer: Sun exposure and hyperpigmenation with microneedling.

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