Aftercare following a Plasma Pen treatment is straightforward and mostly common sense. If you pay for an incredible treatment yet willfully ignore the strict instructions you will briefed on – you will clearly imperil the outcome.
Aftercare regime:
- Wait until your scabs have fallen off. You may resume activities immediately after any Plasma Pen treatment but may not look your complete best during the healing process (usually 3 to 7 days)
- It is highly unlikely you will ever get an infection from a Plasma Pen treatment as the wound we cause is not open. However, with any skin rejuvenation treatment, we are not in control of what you do when you leave and you should be aware that the first 12 hours is always the period of risk for you to get any kind of infection so please avoid activities where you could get dirty!
- We recommend not exercising straight after a treatment or for 3 days after or until all swelling has subsided. Any heat, steam or sweat could add to the inflammation that is already present
- The formation of brown/black crusts on the skin surface will occur. DO NOT PICK THEM!!!– these crusts will fall off in a few days
- Use a CLEAN PILLOWCASE!
- For the first night or two, if you have had a facial treatment, you may wish to sleep on your back to avoid brushing your face on your pillow.
- Keep the area clean using lukewarm boiled water and a gentle cleanser. Do not use alcohol-based cleansers
- Occasional weeping will settle
- There may be some mild swelling especially around the eyes and periorbital region. Swelling for 1 to 5 days post-treatment is normal but is usually of a very minor nature and to be expected. Post-treatment downtime and recovery from Plamere Plasma fibroblast treatment frequently shown to be superior to treatment with other devices
- The area treated must not be covered with plasters, occlusive dressing or any type of make-up, mascara, creams or any other product until the area has fully healed (except specific products we recommend.)
- Taking Vitamin C supplements over the course of your healing process can give your immune system a big boost which will help you to repair. Anti-inflammatory and antihistamine medication can also help
- Avoid smoking
- Men should avoid shaving over any area that has been treated until the skin has fully healed
- Once healed, you must use factor 50 sunscreen when out and about for at least 12 weeks and you should avoid sunbeds and sunbathing
- Clients often find application of ice packs not only soothes but helps reduce swelling.
To Briefly Recap:
* Burning sensation will soon reduce
* Anti Inflammatory / Antihistamine medication can help
* You may have some swelling especially around your eyes
* Swelling usually only lasts a few days
* Ice packs can soothe and help reduce swelling
* Occasional weeping will settle
* Formation of brown/ black crusts on skin surface
* DO NOT PICK!!! Providing you listen carefully and follow closely all aftercare advice you should soon be enjoying your new look. However, if at any time the treated area becomes hot , red or shows signs of pus, please contact me for advice as you may be developing an infection.