Pre & Post Care Instructions for Microneedling + COSMOPen

Pre Care

Stop use of any scrubs, Retin-A's, retinols, take home microdermabrasion, glycolic or any other peels, exfoliants, or tanning products at least 72 hours prior to your appointment.
Accutane use must be discontinued for a minimum of 6-12 months.
If you experience cold sores / Herpes outbreaks in the area to be treated, it may be advised to begin taking an antiviral medication one day prior to treatment.

It is advised to wash your pillowcases, towels, makeup brushes, and disinfect your phone and glasses.
Use a gentle cleanser and tepid water to cleanse the face for the first 3-5 days, and gently pat the treated skin dry.
Avoid touching the area, but if necessary, ensure your hands are clean first.
Keep the skin moist with a gentle facial moisturizer for the next 3-5 days.
After 24 hours, begin applying a daily broad-spectrum SPF and avoid any sun exposure for 1 week.
Avoid applying makeup for the first 24 hours.
Avoid the use of products containing alpha hydroxy acids (such as glycolic acid), beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid), retinols, vitamin A, and any other actives in your skincare for 1 week.
Avoid swimming pools, saunas, steam rooms, excess sweating and heat, and exercise for 72 hours.
Do NOT have any other facial treatments or procedures for at least 2-4 weeks. The skin must be allowed to properly heal before any other treatments can be safely performed.