REVITALIZE YOUR SKIN

Use a high-factor sunscreen (at least 30 SPF) and protect the treated area from over-exposure to sunlight for at least one month after your treatment, starting 24-72 hours post treatment. Bruising, redness, and swelling may occur lasting days to weeks. During the first two days following treatment the treatment area should be kept clean to avoid contamination or infection; any mechanical or thermal damage (AVOID hot tubs, saunas, etc.) to the area must be avoided. Moisturizer (lotions and creams) may be applied 24-72 hours after each treatment and then should be applied regularly throughout the course of the treatment. Make-up may be applied only 24-72 hours after each treatment session. Generally, 24 hours after treatment, patients may use regular soaps but not scrub soaps or exfoliates. Avoid skin irritants a few days post-treatment.  Products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.  The number of treatment sessions depends on the individual patient and treatment need and may vary from 1-6 sessions. Treatments are typically repeated every 3-6 weeks.  Patient is to contact the provider if there is any indication of infection, excessive swelling, redness, undue pain, or any other unusual or untoward symptom.Tiny scabs may appear after 1-3 days and stay for several days following the treatment. The scabs should not be touched or scratched even if they itch and should be allowed to flake off naturally. Prophylactic antiviral therapy should be continued for patients with history of cold sores (Herpes Simplex) when treating around the mouth.