Post Treatment Expectations/possible side effects

• Erythema (redness) 1-3 days
• Possible edema (localised swelling) up to 1 week
• Tiny needle holes/scabs may appear, lasting for a few days
• Possible bruising
• Downtime few days – 1 week, depending on treatment parameters, patient skin type & treatment response/side effects

Post Treatment Aftercare

• Use an antiseptic product (e.g. Clinisept) immediately following treatment & for up to 1-3 days, or until needle holes have closed
• Can cool skin post treatment to reduce discomfort/heat, with clean cooling method
• Use only tepid water and clean hands to clean face on first night
• Avoid using make-up for 1-3 days post treatment, until needle holes close (only Oxygenetix make-up may be used until then) Use new/clean applicators.
• Avoid touching treated area (clean hands first if necessary to touch)
• Once holes have closed you may use your usual products – though avoid exfoliating/retinol based products until any scabs have healed
• Use an SPF moisturiser daily once holes have closed (with factor 30+) & for at least 4 weeks post treatment, but ideally ongoing for best results
• Avoid significant sun exposure or sunbeds for approx. 4 weeks post treatment
• Moisturise the skin if itchy during healing and do not pick scabs

Infection Control

If you have any concerns following treatment with MORPHEUS 8 please contact your practitioner immediately.