Microneedling AfterCare

What to Expect After Your Dp4™ Treatment

Your skin will need gentle care for 3–4 days following your Dp4™ microneedling procedure.
It’s normal to experience the following temporary effects:

  • Mild to moderate redness resembling a sunburn (typically 36–48 hours)

  • Minor itching or hives

  • Flaking or dryness

These are all part of the normal healing process. Do not pick, squeeze, or agitate the skin during recovery.
If any symptoms persist or worsen, please contact your Dermapen™ Authorized Treatment Provider.

What to Avoid

To promote optimal healing and prevent irritation, avoid the following for at least 2 days after treatment:

  • Direct sun exposure or tanning beds

  • Intensive exercise or cardio activity

  • Hot showers, baths, spas, or saunas

  • Other aesthetic treatments (e.g. laser, IPL, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, fillers, Botox or Dysport)

  • Spray or self-tanning

  • Swimming in chlorinated pools or the ocean

  • Tattooing or cosmetic tattooing

Recommended Post-Treatment Products

For best results, use only Dp Dermaceuticals protocol products for post-procedure care, as recommended by your practitioner:

  • Cleanse: Tri-Phase Cleanser™

  • Hydrate/Repair: Hyla Active™ Serum

  • Moisturize/Correct: Vitamin Rich Repair™

Depending on your skin type or concerns, your provider may also recommend targeted products such as SSSCA™.

Ingredients to Avoid for 5 Days

Avoid any skincare products containing the following resurfacing or irritating ingredients for at least 5 days post-treatment:

  • Mechanical exfoliants or scrubs

  • Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) – glycolic, lactic, or malic acid

  • Beta hydroxy acid (BHA) – salicylic acid

  • Benzoyl peroxide

  • Retinoids – tretinoin, retinol, adapalene, tazarotene

  • Hydroquinone or bleaching agents
    Alcohol-based products (including isopropyl, denatured, or rubbing alcohol)

When to Contact Us

Your practitioner may adjust your post-care regimen based on your individual skin response. If you’re uncertain about any products or activities, or if you experience an unusual reaction, please contact us.

For any severe or persistent reactions, seek medical assistance immediately.

If you have any questions or concerns please call the office at 416-410-1818.