Microneedlingis a go-to cosmetic procedure for a lot of women.

It has similarities to lasers and peels, but it costs less.

Microneedling sounds divine, right?

A woman having her microneedling treatment.

As the cosmetic procedure uses needles, you could expect to have redness and swelling afterward.

Depending on the person, this will last for about a day or longer (viaHealthline).

But the side effects are nothing to worry about.

A woman wearing a sun hat

Heavy workout sessions should also be avoided, as you want to avoid sweating as much as possible.

This may be hard for avid gym-goers, but it isneededto prevent skin problems.

Just think of this time as your rest days.

You shouldn’t wear makeup for 24 hours following microneedling, perHealthline.

And it’s extremely important to keep your skin moisturized as it heals, perRealSelf.

But once the healing is over, you will have bright, glowing skin.

In addition to aftercare, you will need to use a gentle cleanser for your face.

Never use a harsh or abrasive cleanser as it can irritate the skin more.