Patch tests

• A patch test is required for ‘no-tox’ microneedling. This can be booked for free and must be at least 48 hours prior to your treatment
• Discontinue use of all exfoliants, actives, acids and retinols (such as vitamin A, tretinoin, AHAs and BHAs at least 1 week before the session.
• Come to your appointment with clean skin, free of makeup.
• Do not drink alcohol 48 hours prior to the treatment.
• Do not use blood thinning medications 48 hours pre and post treatment. These include aspirin, ibuprofen, Advil and other anti-inflammatory drugs. Never stop taking medication prescribed by your doctor without his or her consent.
• Do not undergo any other beauty treatments including facial waxing, electrolysis, microdermabrasion, anti-wrinkle, fillers and sun beds at least 2 week before your session.
• Do not undergo laser treatments and associated peels 6 weeks prior to the session.

How to care for your skin

• Keep the treatment area clean by using a gentle, fragrance free cleanser (not soap) with warm water and pat dry until healed 
• Use SPF 50 daily and reapply throughout
• Do not pick the skin, use moisturiser if dry or flaky
• Drink plenty of water
• Use a cool compress to relieve discomfort

For the next 36 hours avoid

Anti-inflammatory medications, exercise and makeup 

For the next two weeks avoid

Saunas, steam baths and very hot showers

Benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid fragranced, exfoliants, peels, vitamin C, retinol and vitamin A

For the next four weeks avoid

Intensive sun exposure, sun beds and chlorine

Any other skin and beauty treatments