Immediately Following Treatment:

• The treated areas may be sensitive and pink or red for up to 48 hours. To protect the skin, please use the recommended post-treatment regimen as discussed with Drs. Agarwal or Cavallin. Usually a specific HA serum twice daily to face and neck, followed by an approved gentle, post-procedure moisturizer, then recommended sunscreen. Do not use any prescription topical medications, Retin-A, alcohol-based toners, or Vitamin C serum for up to 3 days post-procedure unless cleared by Drs. Agarwal or Cavallin.
• The treated areas should be gently washed twice daily with approved gentle cleanser and water. No scrubbing, exfoliators, or washcloths.
• Do not get any facials or other treatments for at least 1 week post procedure.
• Mild crusting or brown microdots might be noted 1–5 days following treatment. Crusts and/or brown dots will disappear naturally in several days but can sometimes take up to 2 weeks to completely clear. Do not pick at the crusts. Soaking skin in the shower for 10-15 minutes and rubbing very gently can help with sloughing.
• Avoid vigorous activity, excess heat, or sun exposure for at least 2 days post-procedure. Apply the recommended post-procedure sunscreen daily. Until the skin returns to normal, when outdoors always use an umbrella, hat or other available protection against sunlight to avoid hyperpigmentation on the treated area.
• It is normal to experience bruising, redness, itching, swelling and/or soreness that may last from 2-5 days following your treatment. If you experience any pain or discomfort, you may take Tylenol or other Acetaminophen-containing products as directed.
• You may notice a tingling sensation while the cells are being activated.
• In rare cases, skin infection or reaction may occur, which is easily treated with an antibiotic or anti-inflammatory. Please contact our office immediately if you notice unusual discomfort.
• Ice or cold compresses can be applied to reduce swelling if required.
• Continue to avoid Aspirin, Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Voltaren and other anti-inflammatory medications for 3 days after your procedure (if possible try for 7 days).
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and smoking for 3 days after treatment. Smoking impairs healing, new hair and skin growth, and results may take longer.
• Continue increased water intake the first week after your treatment.
• Do not use blood thinning agents such as vitamin E, vitamin A, Ginko, Garlic, Flax, Cod Liver Oil, Essential Fatty Acids and least one week after your treatment.

Contact Drs. Agarwal or Cavallin Immediately if Any of the Following Signs of Infection Occur:

• Drainage – looks like pus or blood.
• Increased warmth at or around the treated area.
• Fever of 101 or greater.
• Severe pain that is unresponsive to over-the-counter pain relievers.
• Any cold sores, pus bumps, or signs of infection on the face.
• Bothersome itching or significant swelling of the treated areas.

Expected Skin Reaction and Results 

• 1–3 Days Post-Treatment: Redness and mild swelling. Skin begins to turn to a condition similar to before treatment. Skin may feel tighter. Redness and microdots may take 1 – 2 weeks to completely resolve, but are
• 3 days–2 Weeks Post-Treatment: Brighter, more even skin tone and significant reduction in sebum (oil) secretion on treated areas.
• 1 Month Post-Treatment: Beginning of improvement of fine lines, wrinkles and skin laxity (looseness).
• 1–6 Months Post-Treatment: Continued improvement of fine wrinkles, pores size, scars and skin laxity.

Please contact us at 972-608-3100 if you have any questions or concerns.