If you’re considering Dermapen 4 microneedling at JustBe Aesthetics in Claremont, Cape Town, knowing what to expect before, during and after your treatment will help you feel completely comfortable and prepared.
Furthermore, understanding your treatment journey ensures you achieve the very best results from every session.
Before Your Treatment
Before your Dermapen 4 microneedling session, Belinda will conduct a thorough skin consultation to assess your skin concerns, skin type and treatment goals.
Because every skin is different, this consultation ensures your treatment is fully personalised and appropriate for your specific needs.
Please arrive with clean skin, free of makeup, SPF and skincare products.
Avoid the Following for at Least 48 Hours Before Your Treatment
- Retinol or Vitamin A products
- Exfoliating acids such as AHAs and BHAs
- Anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen
- Sun exposure and tanning
If you are prone to cold sores, please inform Belinda before your treatment so that appropriate precautions can be taken.
During Your Treatment
Before your Dermapen 4 treatment begins, a topical numbing cream is applied and left on the skin for approximately 20 to 30 minutes to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.
As a result, most clients describe the sensation as mild pressure rather than pain, making Dermapen 4 a very well-tolerated treatment.
During the treatment, the Dermapen 4 device is moved precisely across the skin, creating thousands of controlled micro-channels at a depth tailored specifically to your skin concerns.
Active ingredients such as growth factors and specialised serums may also be applied during treatment to maximise results.
A full Dermapen 4 session typically takes between 45 minutes and one hour.
Immediately After Your Treatment
Immediately following your Dermapen 4 microneedling treatment, your skin may appear pink to red, similar to a mild sunburn.
You may also experience mild swelling, warmth and sensitivity in the treated area. This is completely normal and is a sign that your skin’s natural healing response has been activated.
A soothing post-treatment serum and SPF will be applied before you leave the clinic.
Most clients feel comfortable enough to return to normal daily activities immediately. However, because your skin is in active repair mode, it is important to treat it gently during the first few hours after treatment.
Days 1–3: Recovery
In the days following your Dermapen 4 treatment, your skin may feel tight, dry and slightly sensitive. This is completely normal and forms part of the healing process.
Some mild flaking or peeling may also occur as your skin renews itself.
Keeping your skin well hydrated with a gentle, fragrance-free moisturiser is essential during this period.
During Days 1–3, Please Avoid:
- Makeup — ideally for the first 24 hours
- Active skincare ingredients such as retinol, acids and Vitamin C
- Swimming pools, saunas and steam rooms
- Strenuous exercise that causes heavy sweating
- Direct sun exposure
- Picking or scratching any dry or flaking skin
By following these guidelines, your skin will heal more efficiently and your results will be significantly enhanced.
Long-Term Results
Because Dermapen 4 stimulates your skin’s natural collagen and elastin production, results develop gradually and continue to improve over time.
The most significant improvements are typically visible 4 to 6 weeks after each treatment, as new collagen continues to form beneath the surface.
Over a Course of Treatments, Clients Typically Experience:
- Reduced acne scarring
- Improved pigmentation and melasma
- Firmer, more lifted skin
- Reduced fine lines and wrinkles
- Smoother, more even skin texture and tone
- Improved overall skin radiance and clarity
- Enhanced hair regrowth when used for hair restoration
Results from Dermapen 4 are long-lasting, particularly when supported by a good home-care routine and regular maintenance treatments.
Collagen production may increase by up to 400% following a course of four Dermapen 4 treatments.
What to Avoid After Treatment
To protect your results and support your skin’s healing process, please follow these post-treatment guidelines:
- No direct sun exposure for at least 7 days
- No makeup for a minimum of 24 hours
- No retinol or Vitamin A products for 5–7 days
- No exfoliating acids for 5–7 days
- No swimming, saunas or steam rooms for 48 hours
- No strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours
- No picking or peeling skin
Recommended Aftercare
- Wear SPF 50 every day
- Keep your skin hydrated with a gentle moisturiser
- Follow Belinda’s personalised post-treatment home-care advice
Why Post-Treatment Care Matters
Post-treatment care is not optional — it is an essential part of achieving optimal results.
Because your skin is actively repairing and renewing itself after Dermapen 4 treatment, how you care for it in the following days directly impacts your final outcome.
Belinda will provide you with a personalised post-treatment home-care plan at every appointment to ensure you achieve the best possible results.
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