Before undergoing micro-lance treatment, how should the skin be prepared?

• A. Skin should be prepared by cleansing alone
• B. Skin should be prepared before skin piercing by cleansing treatments such as steam, exfoliation or galvanic desincrustation
• C. Skin should be treated with bleach prior
• D. No preparation is necessary

Answer: (B)

Preparing the skin before micro-lance treatment means cleansing and conditioning the surface so oils, dirt and dead cells are removed and the skin is softened, allowing the needles to penetrate evenly and safely. Cleansing alone wipes away surface grime but doesn’t address the oils and debris that can sit deeper in pores or the dead skin that can block channels. That’s why including cleansing treatments such as steam, exfoliation, or galvanic desincrustation is best.

Steam helps open and soften pores and loosens impurities, making cleansing more effective. Exfoliation removes the buildup of dead skin cells, reducing the barrier and helping the needles work more uniformly. Galvanic desincrustation uses an alkaline solution with a mild electrical current to dissolve and emulsify sebum and debris inside the pores, giving a cleaner, more receptive skin surface.

Bleach is not a appropriate preparation before micro-lance, as it can irritate the skin and isn’t part of the standard pre-treatment. Skipping prep is not recommended because proper cleaning and conditioning reduce infection risk and improve the treatment’s effectiveness.