I have just completed the second round of a microneedling treatment - five days out and the redness and such is all gone, but I look shockingly much older and more wrinkled. I am frankly pretty worried. My husband is even disturbed. If for some reason my skin responses so negatively to such a treatment, with wrinkles and lines worsening rather than improving, what are my options to get back to where I was?
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In short, generally, although there are a few conditions where this may or may not be the case. In patients with Lupus or Vitiligo, the treatment could result in lesions or other unwanted effects. If you have one of these conditions, it is best to let your surgeon know beforehand.
Hi sd007, The day after microneedling, we recommended not applying anything on the face. In the following days, it would be fine to use non-irritating skincare like Cerave. From the 3rd-5th day, use more gentle formulations than you used before microneedling since your skin is still very s...
A minimum of three passes is needed for a good Microneedling procedure. I often treat problem areas with many more passes at greater depth for an augmented response. All the best, Dr. Clark
