• Certain health conditions, medications, supplements and lifestyle factors may affect a Dermapen™ procedure. All customers are required to complete a consultation form prior to any treatment for assessment by a qualified Dermapen™ practitioner.
• If you are prone to herpes simplex (cold sores), it is recommended to take or apply a targeted prophylaxis, such as acyclovir, to prevent a possible outbreak.
• For tanned to dark complexions or skins prone to post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation, you are required to use a melanin inhibiting skin regime for at least 2 weeks prior to a Dermapen™ treatment.
• When pregnant or breast feeding use of topical anaesthetic (numbing cream) cannot be used.
• Discontinue use of products containing Vitamin A 24 hours prior to treatment
• Discontinue use of topical prescription Vitamin A 14 days prior to treatment
• Do not have any Anti-wrinkle injections in the treatment area of 2 weeks
• Do not have any Dermal Filler injections in the treatment area for 4 weeks.
• Males: Shave the area 24 hours prior to skin needling, not doing so can prevent you from having treatment in the area.

Dermapen™ treatments are not suitable for patients experiencing active:

• Papulopustular rosacea
• Acne vulgaris stage III-IV
• Herpes simplex
• Warts
• Scleroderma
• Bacterial/fungal infections
• Open lesions
• Solar keratosis
• Skin cancer
• Hemophilia

• During the skin healing process, minor itching, hives, flaking, • or redness may appear. If symptoms persist, please call us in store.
• Do not pick, squeeze or agitate during the recovery period.
• Skin may feel dry and tight for 48-72 hour post treatment.
• Swelling & Redness is common.
• Avoid make-up for 24 hours to avoid the risk of post treatment infection and follow the skincare regime as instructed by your therapist.
• Cover Recover – a breathable SPF30 medicated camouflage foundation must be used to aid in recovery, it provides coverage for post procedures such as Dermapen™ and give superior cooling, calming, moisturising and healing properties.
• We recommend to only use skincare exclusively designed for micro-needling procedures and we recommend DP Dermaceuticals.
• Please avoid the following activities for up to 2 days
• Direct ultraviolet exposure (sun and solariums)
• Intensive cardio, exercise or gymnasium regimens
• Excessively hot showers, bathing, spas or sauna
• Spray or self-tanning
• Swimming in chlorinated pools or the ocean
• Tattooing (including cosmetic tattooing)
• Further clinical treatments (including, but not limited to): microdermabrasion, laser, intense pulsed light, chemical peels, muscle relaxant injections and dermal fillers) should be avoided for up to two weeks.
• Please avoid the use of skin care products containing any of the following active resurfacing ingredients for up to 5 days following a DermapenTM clinical procedure:
• Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) (including but not limited to) glycolic, lactic or malic acid
• Beta hydroxy acid (BHA) including salicylic acid
• Benzoyl peroxide
• Retinoids (including but not limited to) tretinoin, retinol and retinaldehyde
• Hydroquinone
• High levels of Kojic or azelaic acid
• Alcohol (including but not limited to) isopropyl alcohol/de- natured alcohol/rubbing alcohol.