Can you use moisturizer after microneedling?

October 17, 2017
Asked By:ginad87 in San Francisco, CA

I did microneedling for the first time 5 days ago. I was told by my doctor that I can wash my face with a gentle cleanser no sooner than 4 hours post-treatment. She did not specify whether it was safe to use moisturizer. Before bedtime (about 6 or 7 hours after treatment), I washed my face with Cetaphil and applied Aveeno Positively Radiant with SPF 30. I was not sure if this was okay but I knew I was also told to keep my face hydrated. Could this potentially be harmful?

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