Advanced Skin Needling can be performed on the following areas

• Face

• Neck

• Decolletage

• Hands

Skin Needling Aftercare

Proper aftercare is essential to support healing, minimise irritation, and optimise your treatment outcomes.

Days 1–5

During the initial healing period:

• Keep the skin cool and protected.
• Avoid hot showers, saunas, steam rooms, swimming pools, and strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours.
• Avoid touching or picking at the skin.
• Avoid active skincare ingredients, including retinol, vitamin A derivatives, AHAs, BHAs, exfoliating acids, and vitamin C.

After 12 Hours

Morning and Evening:

• Cleanse with a gentle cleanser.
• Apply a hydrating and restorative serum as recommended by your clinician.
• Apply a healing and barrier-supporting moisturiser 2–3 times daily or as required to maintain skin comfort.

After 24 Hours

• Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen daily.
• Reapply sunscreen regularly when outdoors.
• Continue focusing on hydration and barrier repair.

From Day 6

• If the skin has settled and there is no ongoing irritation, gradually reintroduce your regular active skincare products as advised by your clinician.

From Day 7

• Gentle exfoliation may be resumed if your skin has fully recovered.

Pigmentation Prevention

For clients with melanin-rich skin or a history of pigmentation concerns, a pigment-regulating serum may be recommended as part of your treatment plan. Ideally, this should be introduced two weeks prior to treatment and can generally be recommenced five days after treatment, subject to your clinician's advice.

If you experience excessive redness, swelling, discomfort, signs of infection, or have any concerns during your recovery, please contact Xenial Aesthetics for advice.

What to Expect After Skin Needling

Skin needling stimulates the skin's natural healing response, so it is normal to experience some temporary effects following treatment.

Immediately After Treatment

You may experience:

• Redness similar to mild-to-moderate sunburn
• Warmth or sensitivity in the treated area
• Mild swelling or tightness
• Pinpoint bleeding (depending on treatment depth)
• Increased skin sensitivity

These effects are expected and typically begin to settle within 24–72 hours.

Days 1–3

During the first few days, your skin may:

• Feel dry, tight, or rough to the touch
• Appear slightly pink or flushed
• Experience mild swelling, particularly around the eyes
• Begin the natural healing and regeneration process

Days 3–7

As healing progresses, you may notice:

• Dryness or light flaking of the skin
• Improved skin hydration and radiance
• A smoother skin texture developing over time

It is important not to pick, scratch, or aggressively exfoliate the skin during this period.

Long-Term Results

Skin needling works by supporting collagen and elastin production, which occurs gradually over time. While some clients notice an improvement in skin glow within a few weeks, optimal results typically develop over several weeks to months as the skin continues to regenerate.

A series of treatments may be recommended depending on your skin concerns, treatment goals, and your clinician's assessment.

When to Contact Your Clinician

Please contact Xenial Aesthetics if you experience:

• Increasing redness after the first few days
• Excessive swelling or pain
• Signs of infection, including pus, increasing warmth, or fever
• Any unexpected or concerning symptoms

Your clinician will discuss expected recovery, potential risks, and personalised aftercare recommendations during your consultation.

Following your treatment, it is important to follow the recommended aftercare instructions to support optimal healing and reduce the risk of complications or unwanted side effects.

After treatment, we recommend you:

• Avoid excessive pressure, rubbing, or touching the treated area for 24–48 hours.
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours following treatment.
• Avoid heat-related activities such as saunas, steam rooms, hot baths, or excessive sun exposure for 24–48 hours.
• Avoid alcohol consumption for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid facial massages or facial treatments for up to four weeks, unless otherwise advised by your healthcare professional.
• Avoid applying makeup to the treated area for at least 24 hours.

To reduce the risk of infection, maintain good hand hygiene and avoid unnecessary contact with the treated area during the initial healing period.

If you experience any unexpected symptoms, have concerns following your treatment, or require medical advice, please contact Xenial Aesthetics or seek appropriate medical attention promptly.

We also recommend attending your follow-up review appointment approximately two weeks after treatment. This appointment allows your treating healthcare professional to assess your response to treatment, discuss your progress, and address any questions or concerns you may have.