Dr. Abdulaziz AlRashed — Consultant Dermatologist, Cosmetic & Laser

Microneedling (± PRP) – Aftercare

Last reviewed 1 July 2026 — Dr. Abdulaziz AlRashed

A patient advice sheet — 8 practical points. Reviewed and updated by Dr. Abdulaziz AlRashed, July 2026.

Last reviewed: July 2026

The advice

Sunburn-like redness, mild swelling and pinpoint bleeding on the day is normal; redness settles in 24–72 hours, then fine flaking may appear on days 2–4.
First 24 hours: no make-up and no touching the face with unwashed hands; sleep on your back on a clean pillowcase.
Wash with a gentle cleanser and lukewarm water and use a plain fragrance-free moisturizer; stop all actives (retinoids, exfoliating acids, vitamin C, scrubs) for 5–7 days.
SPF 50+ from the next morning, and avoid direct sun, sauna, pools and sweaty exercise for 48 hours.
Do not pick the crusts or flaking skin — let it come off on its own.
If you have a history of cold sores, tell us before the session — a preventive antiviral may be prescribed.
Results build with collagen over 4–6 weeks; the usual program is 3–6 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart.
Contact us for: increasing pain, blisters or pus, or a spreading rash.

See also the full treatment page: Microneedling — options, evidence and expected timelines.

My private clinic at Kuwait Hospital (Sabah Al-Salem) — direct assessment and a treatment plan built around your case.