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Patient-facing bilingual (English/Chinese) pre- and post-treatment instructions for microneedling from TrueCare/Cosmetic Surgery & Med Spa (author: Dr. Babak Farzaneh). Covers pre-care (avoid tanning/spray tans and prolonged sun exposure; stop retinoids/retinol/vitamin A/tretinoin 2 days before facial treatment; consider antivirals if history of cold sores for perioral treatment) and post-care (use gentle cleanser and moisturizer or provided serum; expect temporary redness, tightness, slight swelling, and fine scabbing which should not be picked; wear sunscreen SPF 30+ before and after; avoid saunas/hot tubs/exercise for 24 hours). Notes pigmentation risks (usually resolves in weeks but can take 3–6 months; permanent change rare). Next treatment recommended in 1 month, then quarterly for maintenance.
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2 days
SPF 30 or higher
24 hours
In 1 month (then quarterly for maintenance)
Usually resolves within weeks; can take as long as 3–6 months