Immediately After Treatment (Day 0)

• Skin may feel warm, tight, or sunburned; avoid touching and refrain from applying makeup, retinoids, acids, or standard cleansers to prevent irritation and infection.

• Don’t cleanse or wash your face for at least 6–12 hours.

First 24 Hours (Day 1)

• Redness/sunburn-like heat is normal. Clean gently with lukewarm water and mild, fragrance-free cleanser twice daily.

• Keep skin hydrated with barrier-supportive moisturizers; avoid any active ingredients like AHAs, BHAs, vitamin C, or retinoids for at least 5–7 days.

• No makeup, no physical activity causing sweat, no saunas, pools, or heat exposure .

Days 2–5

• Expect fading of redness by Day 2; swelling, mild peeling, dryness, or breakout possible by Day 3.

• Continue gentle cleanser and moisturize twice daily.

• Continue to avoid actives, heavy sweating, pools, heavy makeup; apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ when outdoors

• Cold compresses or soothing balm can support comfort and swelling reduction.

Days 5–7

• By Day 5, microchannels usually seal; redness, flaking, and tenderness should subside.

• Continue gentle care; sunscreen is key.

• Avoid exfoliation, retinoids, or acids for the full 7 days.

Day 7+ (One Week Out)

• Normal skincare routine can gradually resume. Patch-test and reintroduce one active at a time (e.g., low-strength retinoid first).

  • Expect visible improvement in texture, tone, and fine lines—with collagen remodeling continuing for weeks.

Warning Signs: Contact Us Immediately If You Notice:

• Persistent redness, swelling, or pain beyond 48 hours.

• Severe burning, blistering, allergic reaction (e.g., hives, difficulty breathing).