How long does the redness last after micro needling? When am I presentable in public?

I usually see that patients have a pink undertone to their skin for about 24 to 48 hours after their microneedling treatment. Make sure the skin stays hydrated to maximize results and expedite the healing process. Using PRP otherwise known as a vampire facial is another option to give your skin the extra boost it needs to feel revitalized. 

Following microneeding the skin will appear red and inflamed for about 24-48 hours. This of course depends on the skin tone of the patient as well. Fair skin tones may experience prolonged redness. Another aspect to consider is post-procedural skin dryness and flakiness. For many women, even after the redness resolves there is some flaking of the skin that can persist for up to 7 days. This may make it difficult to apply makeup to conceal if you have an important event coming up. I typically recommend my patients to schedule treatment at least 2 weeks prior to an event. This will allow adequate time for recovery. After the initial treatment I encourage patients to monitor how their skin has healed as each patients recovery timeline can vary slightly. 

Some patients are fine within 24 hours of microneedling but for sure after 48 hours.  Be sure to have your procedure performed by someone who is a trained and experienced in microneedling.  It is also important to follow the post procedure instructions given to you.