Morpheus8 Post Care
POST CARE MORPHEUS8
Immediately after the treatment, you will look and feel like you have a moderate sunburn. Expect your skin to have a pink or reddish hue (erythema). Your skin may also feel warm and tighter than normal.
There may be a little edema (swelling) and superficial bruising around the eyes. Crusting and peeling for three to seven days post-treatment is also common.
You may notice small needle marks on the treatment area, but don’t worry! They will disappear in about three days. If you’ve had a more aggressive treatment, they should be gone after approximately a week.
Morpheus8 Aftercare Instructions
Two to Three Hours After The Treatment
Wash the treated area with a mild cleanser and lukewarm water. Do this at least two to three hours after the procedure or before going to bed. Avoid scrubbing your face, exfoliating, or picking your skin. Pat the skin dry with a clean towel. If you were given a topical balm by your skin care specialist, now is the time to use it. Also make sure to use clean pillowcases, sheets, and blankets to avoid infections.
Day One
Morpheus8 aftercare involves continuing your skincare routine of using a gentle cleanser and recommended moisturizer. It’s best to avoid makeup, retinol, and other products with harsh ingredients. You can only resume using your usual skincare products after two to three days. Retinols may be used again five to seven days after the treatment. Always remember to clean your hands before touching your face! Also, avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of developing hyperpigmentation. While there are no restrictions on bathing, it’s best to avoid scrubbing or inflicting any trauma to the treated areas.
Day Two
You can start using SPF 30 broad spectrum mineral sunscreen such as zinc or titanium dioxide. However, it’s best to avoid chemical sunscreens made from octisalate, oxybenzone, homosalate, avobenzone, and similar ingredients.
Continue to avoid activities that expose you to the sun (e.g. swimming and tanning beds). Also, avoid hot tubs, saunas, going to the gym, and other activities that make you sweat as they may cause adverse reactions.
To ensure proper healing and minimize the risk of swelling or bruising, also avoid:
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Wearing perfume
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Smoking
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Consuming alcohol
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Aspirin, Ibuprofen, and other NSAIDS
Day Three
You may start wearing makeup 48 hours after the treatment.
One Week
You can restart your regular skin care regimen. We recommend using retinol products at this point to optimize the result of the treatment.