One week before

• Stop retinoids and exfoliating acids (unless your prescribing clinician advises otherwise).
• Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds and self-tan.
• Disclose blood-thinning medications or clotting conditions at consultation.

On the day

• Arrive with a clean, makeup-free face.
• Reschedule if you have active breakouts, cold sores or open wounds in the area.
• Avoid Roaccutane in the 6 months prior — confirm at consultation.

First 24 hours

• Leave the skin bare and avoid touching the treated area.
• Mild redness, warmth and a sunflush-like sensation are normal.
• Avoid heat, saunas, swimming and strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours.

Over the following days

• Mineral makeup may be reapplied after 24 hours.
• Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids and active skincare for 3–5 days.
• Apply SPF 30+ daily and keep the skin hydrated.
• Avoid swimming pools and chlorinated water for 48 hours.

During your session

After cleansing, fine micro-channels are created through a needling device. PDRN (Salmon DNA) corrective serum is infused through the micro-channels for deep penetration. LED light therapy completes the treatment to accelerate healing.

Downtime

Mild pinkness for a few hours; usually none by the next morning.

Results timeline

Best results with a course of 3 sessions spaced 2–4 weeks apart, then quarterly maintenance.