My pores look larger right after the procedure,

is something wrong?

After the procedure, I looked in the mirror

and felt surprised if my pores seemed more noticeable.

I clearly had it done to improve them,

but it feels like they’ve gotten even larger.

Even when I search for reviews, I only see posts saying it got better,

so I start to worry that maybe I’m the only one doing something wrong.

This stage is actually part of the recovery process

that many people go through.

The appearance right after the procedure

is not the final result—

keeping that in mind can help you feel a little more at ease.

It may look temporarily

more pronounced during recovery

Microneedle RF is a procedure that

creates tiny channels in the skin with fine needles

and delivers heat into them.

Right after the procedure,

the skin is left with tiny puncture marks and mild swelling.

At this time, spots that look like pores

may appear more distinct than usual.

After a few days, the swelling subsides,

and as the surface marks settle, the skin texture becomes more refined again.

The real change appears gradually over the following weeks

as collagen is newly produced in the dermis

and slowly improves the skin.

So the impression that "it looks worse right after the procedure"

is simply one part of the natural healing process.

Basic steps that support recovery

Reducing irritation during the recovery period

can affect your results.

Avoid strong cleansing, hot water, saunas, and strong UV exposure

for a few days,

and make sure to pay extra attention to

moisturizing and sun protection.

The schedule and precautions you were given after the procedure

can influence the outcome,

so it’s best not to take them lightly.

In these cases,

it’s a good idea to have a follow-up consultation

Temporary redness,

tiny scabs, and mild swelling are common during recovery.

However, if the pain becomes progressively worse,

if oozing continues for a long time, or

if the redness does not subside and spreads,

it may be a sign that goes beyond normal recovery.

In that case, rather than relying on self-judgment,

it’s safer to check again with

the clinic where you had the procedure or with a specialist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Even after several days, my pores

still look the same. Did the treatment fail?

A. Microneedle RF is a treatment where changes appear

over several weeks, not immediately after the procedure.

Collagen regeneration usually takes

time, and

if you still have more sessions left,

you should also look at the cumulative effect.

Q. I developed tiny scabs or marks at the treatment site.

Can I squeeze them off?

A. Manually picking or squeezing them off

is not recommended because it can leave

pigmentation or scars.

It’s safer to wait until they naturally come off

and keep up with moisturizing and sun protection.

Q. During recovery,

can I exercise or go to a sauna?

A. Right after the procedure, it’s best to avoid exercise that causes heavy sweating,

saunas, and Korean spas (jjimjilbang) for a few days.

The most accurate guide is

the recovery period explained by the clinic where you had the procedure.

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