I just got microneedling done today. I put a vitamin C and E serum on before bedtime and it stung. Just now, I was reading that using vitamin C after microneedling can cause an unwanted inflammatory response. Did I just mess up my treatment? Thanks.
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Hello! Unfortunately the answer is yes, if you have previously had a keloid or have keloid prone skin any injury, even one as minor as a simple cut or acne lesions can lead to Keloid formation. Because of the difficulty in treating Keloids effectively, I would recommend...
Microneedling using your own PRP works very well for collagen stimulation, scars, fine lines, and uneven skin tone. Smoking is detrimental to your skin and internal health simply because it changes the gene expression of your cells, decreases blood supply, and decreases your skin's ability to r...
I would start with a series of microneedling treatments. I usually recommend 4-6 total treatment sessions having 1 session per month. After that you can maintain your results using Hydrafacial or microdermabrasion once every 1-2 months.
