If you are prone to cold sores, you must be on antiviral medicine before a lip procedure. Ask your doctor about the prescription. Keep in mind it is a multisession process, at least two appointments are required.
The following medical conditions require consideration before getting semi-permanent makeup procedures. Clients with any of these conditions should contact their doctor to determine if they can have this procedure. In some cases, a permanent makeup artist will ask you to get a physician’s opinion.
Before and during the semi-permanent makeup procedure technician will use topical anaesthetic cream, to assure you are comfortable (please remember the more anaesthetic is used the harder it is to implement the pigment), some discomfort depending on your individual pain tolerance and pigmented area could occur.
Before and during the semi-permanent makeup procedure technician will use topical anaesthetic cream, to assure you are comfortable (please remember the more anaesthetic is used the harder it is to implement the pigment), some discomfort depending on your individual pain tolerance and pigmented area could occur.
Clients with health conditions might heal slower than others. If you suffer any medical condition always consult with a doctor. You may need your physician’s release certificate to undergo the testing and/or procedures that you desire. This is an extra measure of protection for your benefit.
During the treatment, thousands of minuscule needle punctures are created in the outer layers of the skin. These micro-perforations send your body into ‘repair mode’, whereby it produces collagen and elastin to resurface and rejuvenate your cells.
Although micro needling might sound daunting at first, it is actually quite painless. Many people compare the experience to a deep facial with some extra vibration.
In one clinical study on micro needling for acne scars, patients rated the painfulness a 1 / 10 – for most people, that’s probably less painful than having your eyebrows waxed.
On top of this, we apply a topical anaesthetic to your skin prior to the procedure, allowing for a relatively pain-free experience.
Microneedling has minimal social downtime and side effects.
Most patients experience slight swelling and redness for about 2-4 days after the procedure, but this can be easily covered up with makeup to allow you to proceed with your daily activities.
To help your skin heal in the best possible way, we will provide an easy-to-follow aftercare.
You may notice healthier looking skin immediately after your treatment. However, your skin’s natural repair process will continue throughout your programme and for several weeks after it finishes. As such, your results will only keep improving over time.
Does it work for everyone
Yes. It is suitable for all skin types and is cleared by the FDA – a status attributed to only the most effective products.
Results can vary from person to person, depending on your skin condition and on the healthiness of your skin. At your free consultation we’ll talk you through the results you can expect.
Compared to many other aesthetic treatments, it’s relatively simple to prepare for a microneedle appointment. Unlike laser and light treatments, there is no need to prepare your skin for this treatment weeks in advance. Most of the guidelines for this treatment should be followed for a minimum of 24 to 48 hours before your appointment, depending on the condition of your skin.
Speaking of your skin condition, the very first thing you need to know about preparing for this treatment is the ideal health of your skin. You can’t have this treatment if you have an active skin infection or breakout, which includes cold sores, fever blisters, hives, allergic reactions, contact dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, or active acne. Please reschedule your treatment if your skin is not clear on the day of your appointment. For those with history of cold sore, regardless of how long the last episode was, you must take acyclovir 3 days prior the treatment, and continue for 4 days afterwards, this is to prevent breakouts following your treatment.
There are two important components to prepare your skin for this treatment. The first is to avoid any direct exposure to sunlight for at least 24 hours unless you are wearing strong SPF to protect your skin. Prolonged sun exposure, including exposure to tanning beds, may cause skin irritation during your treatment.
You will also need to temporarily stop using certain skincare products, particularly retinoids and acid-based products, such as azelaic acid, glycolic acid, or salicylic acid. While these products can benefit the health and appearance of your skin, they should not be used immediately before or after a microneedle treatment to avoid any possible skin irritation or over drying. If you are taking blood-thinning medication, then you may need to temporarily stop using the medication for one to three days before your appointment.
On the day of your appointment, you can expedite your treatment if you arrive at your appointment with a fresh face. Please wash your face with a gentle cleanser and do not wear any lotion, perfume, or serums when you go to your appointment. If you are wearing make-up that day, please remove make-up before your appointment.
There are also steps you can take for your comfort during the treatment. For patients with sensitive skin, it’s sometimes a good idea to take Tylenol about one hour before your appointment to minimize any possible discomfort from the treatment process. We also can offer patients a topical numbing cream to use before the appointment starts to ensure their comfort. You will be required to have a patch test for the numbing cream 48 hours prior to your treatment.
This amount of preparation is necessary if you want your treatment to be safe, effective, and comfortable. Ideally, following these preparation guidelines will make sure your skin is in peak condition and healthy enough for treatment. The goal of our treatment is to produce your desired aesthetic results without drying your skin or creating skin irritation. If you prepare well for your treatment, then you will be able to enjoy a radiant glow immediately after your treatment.
Please try to arrive for the treatment with a clean bare face – no moisturiser, sunscreen, make-up, or oils. However, we will also thoroughly cleanse your skin before the treatment begins.
In the first 24 hours post-procedure, please try to:
Avoid direct sunlight. If you absolutely must be outside, be cautious and wear a shaded hat.
Avoid making any direct contact to the face. Do not apply any products.
Avoid showering or washing your face.
Avoid hot baths or saunas.
Avoid exposure to any harsh chemicals or sprays.
Avoid smoking – smoking delays healing and can increase the risk of complications.
Drink at least 1.5 litres of water.
Between 24 and 72 hours after the treatment, please try to:
Wash your face with a gentle wash.
We strongly recommend for you to use our suggested serums as the daily topical system. After allowing the serums to set for 10 minutes, begin incorporating products of your daily regime – moisturiser, sunscreen, etc.
Minimise direct sunlight. If you need to go outside, apply sunscream and wear a shaded hat.
After 72 hours have passed, please:
Schedule a follow up appointment. During this appointment, we will assess your healing and determine the remaining sequence of your treatment. Continue to use our recommended serums as a daily topical system.
Avoid the use of any harsh chemicals, exfoliates, or scrubs for at least 10 days.
Microneedling is not recommended for women who are pregnant or who are breastfeeding.
The procedure is also not suitable for patients with:
A history of keloid scars, scleroderma, collagen vascular diseases, or cardiac abnormalities.
A haemorrhagic disorder or haemostatic dysfunction.
An active bacterial or fungal infection.
This is a question I’m never asked, but one I always answer – and always have in the back of my mind. As your skin is the largest organ of your body, it responds to everything you do from the inside out, and the outside in.
Just like other beauty treatment, this a teamwork beauty treatment. Microneedling alone won’t give you your best possible skin. The truth is, that if you’re highly stressed, not sleeping well, not eating nutritious food, or you’re a smoker – then you won’t see the best possible results. These things all influence your skin. When we’re working together, we look at all the factors that affect your skin, to ensure you get the best possible results. This may involve making some small lifestyle tweaks or including supplements in your program.
And it will involve wearing a sunscreen – if you’re not using a minimum factor 30 sunscreen all year round, I won’t treat you (I’m not joking!), as you will just be wasting money having microneedling treatment but then expose your skin to the damaging effect caused by UVA and UVB rays. You will need to commit to using minimum 30spf sunscreen containing at least 4-star rating UVA and UVB factor daily.
Cancellation and re-scheduling policy. Like any other businesses, filling cancelled or rescheduled slots at the last minute creates hardships and losses and this applies to us too, therefore we encourage clients cooperation to make amendments to their booking no later than 48 hours to avoid getting charged in full without having the treatment, and to enable us the chance of opening those slots to our clients on the whitelist.
No refund is given once the treatment/booking has started.
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