RF Microneedling Pre and Post Care Instructions

Before treatment communicate with your healthcare provider or clinician about
the following:

• If you are pregnant, nursing, or attempting to become pregnant.

• If you have an allergy or sensitivity to metals (including gold, chromium, and nickel) this treatment might not be for you. Please schedule a consultation prior to your appointment to discuss with our

• medical professionals.

• If you have a history of an autoimmune disorder.

• If you have permanent makeup, tattoos or have had micro-blading.

• If you are currently or have recently been on Accutane, anticoagulants, had Gold Therapy for arthritis or taking photosensitizing medications.

• History of skin disorders, keloids, abnormal wound healing, as well as very dry and fragile skin

• If you have been treated with or are taking any antibiotics.

• If you have any allergies or sensitivity to any topical numbing medications.

• If you have an active cold sore you may want to postpone treatment. If you are prone to developing cold sores, contact our office at (412) 744-9400 and we will discuss the option of prescription prophylactic treatment.

• If you have a Cardiac devices such as AICD’s (auxiliary internal cardiac devices), Defibrillator, mechanical valves, pacemakers, or neurological stimulating device.

• If you have metal implants in the treatment area, including a Paragard/Copper IUD.

• If you have had filler within 30 days or have been treated with a neurotoxin within 14 days before treatment you may want to postpone treatment.

• Avoid vaccines for 2 weeks before and after treatment (flu, covid, etc.)

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Before treatment:

• Avoid any known skin irritants such as retinoids and alpha and/or beta hydroxy acids for 3-5 days prior to treatment unless otherwise directed by your clinician.

• Avoid treatments that may irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks prior to treatment (waxing, depilatories, etc.)

• Avoid direct sun exposure, self-tanners, tanning beds, and always use sun protection for at least 4 weeks prior to treatment.

• To minimize the potential for bruising, avoid use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs like  aspirin, Motrin, Advil, ibuprofen, or any other non-Tylenol, non-acetaminophen product) for 2 weeks prior to treatment, unless the medications involved are prescribed for the treatment of an existing medical condition.