After microneedling, your skin is sensitive, more absorbent, and needs gentle, clean ingredients. The wrong serum can cause irritation and set back your results.
Microneedling creates tiny micro-channels in the skin that trigger your body's natural healing response. During this time your skin absorbs products more deeply, which makes choosing the right ingredients more important than ever.
Ingredients to look for
Look for a serum that combines hydration, antioxidant protection, and soothing ingredients with nothing harsh added.
One of nature's most powerful antioxidants. Protects vulnerable skin from environmental stressors while it heals.
Hyaluronic acid
HydrationDraws moisture into the skin and keeps it plump and comfortable throughout the healing process.
Aloe vera
SoothingCalms redness and sensitivity. Gentle enough for the most reactive skin types.
Squalane
Moisture barrierMoisture barrier
Lightweight oil that locks in moisture without clogging pores. Suitable for all skin types. For an even lighter feel, try hemi-squalane.
Ceramides
Barrier repairRebuilds and strengthens the skin barrier after it has been temporarily compromised.
Peptides
Collagen supportSupports your skin's natural collagen production, which pairs perfectly with what microneedling is already doing.
Ingredients to avoid
For at least 48 to 72 hours post-treatment, keep these away from your skin.
Retinoids
Too aggressive, causes irritation on healing skin
AHAs and BHAs
Over-exfoliates skin that is already turning over
Fragrance
One of the most common causes of post-procedure irritation
Alcohol
Strips the skin barrier at exactly the wrong moment
High-dose vitamin C
Can sting and irritate compromised skin
Synthetic preservatives
Unnecessary chemicals on vulnerable skin
Quick checklist
-
✓Contains hyaluronic acid or another humectant
-
✓Has antioxidant protection like lycopene or niacinamide
-
✓Completely fragrance-free
-
✓Free from retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, and alcohol
-
✓Simple, recognizable ingredients with nothing you cannot pronounce
Our pick
Hydrating Lycopene Serum
Lycopene, hyaluronic acid, aloe vera, and squalane in one lightweight, fragrance-free formula. No harsh actives, no synthetic preservatives, and nothing your skin does not need.
Shop the serum







