Your Skincare Routine After Microneedling: What to Use and When

Microneedling and RF microneedling work by creating controlled micro-injuries that stimulate collagen and elastin. What you put on your skin in the days that follow makes a real difference to how quickly it settles and how good your results look.

The first 24–48 hours: calm and protect

Skin will feel warm, tight and look pink, similar to mild sunburn. Keep your routine minimal:

• Cleanse gently with lukewarm water or a mild cleanser such as Medik8 Calmwise Soothing Cleanser.
• Apply a soothing recovery treatment such as Medik8 Ultimate Recovery.
• A cooling bio-cellulose recovery mask can be applied from the evening of your treatment to calm redness.
• Avoid make-up, exercise, saunas and swimming.

Days 3–7: rehydrate

As redness fades, skin may feel dry or slightly flaky. Focus on hydration and barrier repair:

• Medik8 Hydr8 B5 Intense replenishes moisture with multi-weight hyaluronic acid.
• Follow with a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser such as Medik8 Total Moisture Daily Facial Cream.
• Do not use vitamin A, acids or scrubs yet.

From week 2: reintroduce your actives

Once your skin feels completely comfortable, gradually return to your usual routine, including vitamin C and vitamin A. Medik8 Exo-PDRN Prismatic+ is an excellent partner to a course of collagen-stimulating treatments.

Every single day: SPF

Freshly treated skin is more vulnerable to sun damage and pigmentation. Apply Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect SPF 50+ every morning, even on cloudy days, and reapply when outdoors.

Always follow the personalised aftercare you receive after your treatment. Learn more about microneedling and RF microneedling at SkinVitál Clinic.

Not sure which product is right for you?

Every skin is different. Book a skin consultation at SkinVitál Clinic in Banstead and I will recommend a personalised home routine that works alongside your in-clinic treatments. Book a consultation or browse the shop.

Jolanta Rusakoviene, RGN, Independent Nurse Prescriber