To maintain the fresh, clean, and hydrated feel of your skin after a facial, it's important to follow these guidelines:
- Stick to the skincare routine recommended by your skin therapist after your facial. Make sure you have the right cleanser, moisturizer, serum, and sun protection products that are suitable for your skin type and lifestyle.
- If you had a microdermabrasion facial, avoid exfoliating your skin for the next 14 days. Similarly, if you received a peel, follow the same timeframe and refrain from exfoliation.
- If you have recently undergone filler or Botox treatments, it is safe to have a facial after two weeks. Your skin needs time to replenish, and by the four-week mark, you should be ready for another facial.
- In case you experience breakouts, please remember that it is not the facial that caused them. Breakouts can occur due to various reasons, and they often start developing weeks before becoming visible on the skin. If you do experience breakouts, it means that your skin is addressing an underlying issue that was already present. This is why we avoid performing extractions unless done under sanitary conditions, as improper extraction can lead to breakouts.
- Overall, following these guidelines and maintaining a consistent skincare routine will help you preserve the fresh, clean, and hydrated results achieved during your facial.
Post-Treatment Care: How to Care for Your Skin After Treatment
Looking after your skin properly after a microneedling treatment helps support comfort, recovery and visible cosmetic outcomes. Whether youโre new to microneedling in Brisbane or a regular client, follow this professional aftercare routine to support calm, healthy-looking skin.
What to Expect After Microneedling
Itโs normal to experience redness, sensitivity, or a warm sensation in the treated area. These effects usually fade within 24โ48 hours. Mild dryness or flaking may occur during the first week as the skin settles.
First 24โ48 Hours After Treatment:
- Avoid touching or picking the treated area.
- Do not wear makeup for at least 24 hours.
- Stay out of direct sunlight โ your skin is extra sensitive post-treatment.
- Avoid exercise, sweating, saunas, and steam rooms.
- Gently cleanse with lukewarm water and a fragrance-free, mild cleanser.
Day 2 to 7 โ Promote Skin Recovery:
- Drink at least 2L of water daily to support skin hydration and comfort.
- Apply the recommended hydrating ampoule and barrier-support cream as directed by your therapist.
- Avoid alcohol-based products and toners.
- Begin using broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+) once initial redness subsides.
- Continue with gentle skincare only (no exfoliants, AHAs, BHAs, or retinol).
- Mild flaking or tightness is normal โ do not exfoliate.
Microneedling Aftercare Doโs & Donโts
Do's:
- Hydrate your skin with gentle moisturisers.
- Apply soothing serums like hyaluronic acid.
- Protect your skin daily with SPF.
Don'ts:
- No makeup for the first 24 hours.
- Avoid scratching, picking, or touching the area.
- Stay away from hot environments and sweating for 48 hours.
Important Aftercare Tips:
- Sleep on a clean pillowcase to support skin hygiene.
- Avoid swimming pools and oceans for at least 72 hours.
- Postpone waxing, facials, or laser treatments for 7โ10 days.
- Visible cosmetic outcomes may continue to improve over 2โ4 weeks as the skin responds.
How Long Is the Skin Recovery Period?
Most redness subsides in 1โ2 days. Dryness or flaking may last up to a week. By day 7โ10, skin looks brighter and feels smoother.
Best Skincare Products After Microneedling
Stick to hydrating, gentle formulas. Look for products with hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, or peptides. Avoid strong actives such as retinol, vitamin C, or exfoliating acids until the skin has fully healed.
Microneedling Cosmetic Outcome Timeline
- 1 Week: Softer, more hydrated skin.
- 4 Weeks: Noticeable improvement in tone and texture.
- 3 Months: Skin may appear firmer, smoother and more refined.
Post-Treatment Care: Essential Guidelines for Skin Comfort
To support skin comfort and cosmetic outcomes after your treatment, follow these aftercare instructions carefully:
- First 24 Hours: Avoid touching or washing the treated area.
- Temporary Sensitivity: Mild tingling or sensitivity may last 1-2 days. If it persists beyond 3-4 days, contact the clinic or seek professional advice.
- Skin Recovery Period: Do not pick or peel any film-like substance on the skin. Avoid trauma to the treated area.
- Sun Protection: Once peeling is complete, apply SPF 50 sunscreen daily to help reduce the risk of pigmentation appearance.
- Skincare Restrictions: Avoid peeling gels, scrubs, or skin resurfacing treatments before and after the procedure.
- For Breakout-Prone Skin: Use the recommended cosmetic serum or aftercare product as directed.
- Freckles & Spot Appearance: Apply the recommended brightening product as directed by your therapist.
- Post-Peeling Care: Once the film-like layer has shed, use the recommended hydrating and barrier-support products.
- Managing Itching: If irritation occurs, apply hyaluronic acid ampoules for soothing hydration.
- Lifestyle Restrictions: Avoid tanning, saunas, sunbathing, and swimming pools for one month. Direct sun exposure can cause temporary pigmentation.
- Functional Cosmetics: Refrain from using functional skincare products for at least one month.
Following these aftercare recommendations can help keep your skin comfortable and support its natural recovery after HIFU treatment.
First 24โ48 Hours After Treatment
To help support your skin during the initial recovery period, we recommend:
- Avoid rubbing or massaging the treated area.
- Avoid hot showers, saunas, steam rooms and excessive heat exposure.
- Avoid strenuous exercise or activities that cause excessive sweating.
- Apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser regularly to help keep your skin hydrated.
- Stay well hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
- Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen daily and reapply as needed when outdoors.
Resuming Your Skincare Routine
Most clients can resume their usual skincare routine the following day.
If your skin feels sensitive, avoid the following for approximately 3โ5 days:
- Retinol and retinoid products
- Exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA)
- Facial scrubs and other exfoliating products
Use gentle cleansers and hydrating skincare products until your skin feels comfortable.
What to Expect After HIFU
It is normal to experience some temporary reactions following HIFU treatment. These may include:
- Mild redness
- Mild swelling
- A feeling of skin tightness
- Mild tenderness when touching the treated area
- Temporary tenderness or soreness around the jawline or mouth
These reactions are usually mild and settle naturally over time. Individual recovery experiences may vary.
When to Contact Sophia Medispa
Please contact our clinic if you experience:
- Severe or worsening pain
- Significant or increasing swelling
- Blistering or broken skin
- Signs of infection, such as spreading redness, warmth or discharge
- Any unexpected or concerning symptoms following your treatment
If you have any questions about your recovery, our team is happy to assist.
LHALA Peel: Post-Treatment Aftercare Instructions
To support visible cosmetic outcomes and help minimise irritation, follow proper aftercare after your LHALA Peel. Please follow the timeline below carefully:
- FIRST 4 HOURS Do not wash your face or expose the treated area to water. Let the active ingredients fully absorb.
- FIRST 24 HOURS Avoid intense workouts, alcohol, and makeup application. Let your skin rest and breathe.
- FIRST 72 HOURS Vitamin C, and Retinol. Also, avoid swimming, saunas, ice baths, or any extreme temperatures.
- FIRST WEEK Limit sun exposure and avoid exfoliation, chemical peels, laser or energy-based treatments, and blood-thinning medications like Ibuprofen or Aspirin.