What to expect after your treatment:

Immediate pinpoint bleeding may occur, which will resolve within 10 minutes.
Minor redness and swelling will occur for 1-2 days.
Minor peeling and flakiness will occur after a few days. Don't pick at the loose skin.
Call our office if you experience excessive redness, swelling, pain or drainage as this might indicate an infection.

SKIN PEN POST CARE INSTRUCTIONS

The initial 72 hours post-procedure are the most critical

Avoid direct sun exposure and heat. This includes simple day-to-day tasks such as gardening, cooking over a hot stove for a long period of time, sitting next to a bonfire or fireplace, etc.
Discontinue use of any Alpha-Hydroxy products. You may resume your homecare regimen when skin is no longer flaking and peeling.
Use hydrating and reparative products. Products rich in soothing and healing ingredients are best to encourage new, healthy cell growth. Peptides, antioxidants, stem cells, Vitamin A, C, and E, and growth factors work very well.
Use physical sunscreen of at least spf30. Sun care products should be applied no less than every 30-90 minutes. DO NOT go outside without sun protection (even on a cloudy day).
Avoid any makeup for at least 72 hours. However, a week is ideal.
You will want to clean any makeup brushes prior to your first application post procedure.
It is recommended to change your pillow case periodically through out the healing process. It will also be ideal to try and sleep on your back.
No scratching or peeling.
Limit exercise the first week.
Drink plenty of water.