Preparing for treatment
The outcome of your skin treatment is not determined by the procedure alone. To maximise the best outcomes you'll need to carefully prepare your skin before treatment and apply special care after treatment.
Important exclusions
Unfortunately we are unable to offer skin needling therapy solutions to certain groups of people due to the excess risks involved.
Please check the list to see if you are in any of these categories. If you are unsure, please contact Glowtique to discuss your individual situation.
Is skin needling therapy an option for you?
Under 18?
Unfortunately Glowtique does not provide procedures to those who are under 18.
Cold sores?
If you are prone to cold sores (herpes labialis) we suggest that you do not undergo this treatment.
Local infections?
If you have any local infections such as warts you may not be able to undergo needling treatment.
Skin conditions?
If you suffer from severe, chronic skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, active acne or keloid scarring, needling treatment is not suitable for you.
Blood disorders or treatment?
If you are on any anticoagulent treatment or have a haemorrhagic (bleeding) or haemostatic disorder, needling treatment is not suitable for you.
Cancer treatment?
If you are currently undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment we are not able to provide needling options at this time. We ask that you check in with us again once you are outside of these conditions.
Are you pregnant or breastfeeding?
If you are currently pregnant or breastfeeding we are not able to provide needling options at this time. We ask that you check in with us again once you are outside of these conditions.
BEST PRACTISE FOR BEST RESULTS
The Glowtique guide to preparing for your needling treatment
Please carefully study the following to prepare your skin for treatment. Not doing so may hinder your final results.
ON THE DAY
- Do arrive with no makeup or other product on your skin.
- Do not shave treatment areas to minimise irritation on overexposed skin.
FOUR DAYS (96 HOURS) BEFORE
- Do not take medications or supplements that may thin your blood 96 hours before or immediately after your procedure. Supplements include aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, garlic and grapefruit. Consult your doctor if you are unsure.
ONE WEEK BEFORE
- Do not use waxing or depilatory creams; or have electrolysis within one week both before and after your procedure.
TWO WEEKS BEFORE
- Do not use retinoids, glycolic acid or any liquid exfoliant that may be drying or irritating to the skin. This includes but is not limited to masks, salicylic acids or benzoyl peroxides. If these are part of your normal skincare routine please temporarily discontinue use in order to maximise your treatment outcomes.
- Do not tan or sunburn before or after treatment.
- Do keep the area to be treated clean.
- Do prepare for your after-care routine. Doing so will maximise positive results.
- Do make sure you have spoken to our compounding pharmacist to order your topical anaesthetic (see notes below).
SIX MONTHS BEFORE
- Do avoid all aggressive skin treatments six months before any skin needling therapy sessions.
ABOUT YOUR TOPICAL ANAESTHETIC
Topical anaesthetic is included in your procedure costs. Glowtique orders your anaesthetic however, because each batch is created at a dose specifically for you, you will need to complete a health check via phone with our compounding pharmacist. We will let you know more about this during your consultation.
