FAQ’s

Who is NOT a good candidate for this treatment?

• Pregnant or lactating

• Use of Accutane in last 6 months

• Severe allergy to nickel

• Pacemaker or heart condition implanted electrical devices

• High blood pressure 

• Blood thinners

• Seizure disorders

• Autoimmune diseases

• Irregularities with blood supply

• Slow healers

• Botox within the past 3 weeks

• Taking antibiotics

• Taking antibiotics or creams/pills or products for skin conditions Glycolic/ Salicylic Acids, Benzoyl Peroxide, Retinol products to include: Retin A, Tazorac, Triluma, Differin, and Vitamin C)

How do I prepare for the treatment?

• Avoid sun exposure and tanning. Sunburned skin will not be treated.

• All skin irritants (glycolic/ salicylic acids, benzoyl peroxide, retinol products such as Retin A, Tazorac, Triluma, Differin, and Vitamin C) can not be used 10 days prior to treatment.

• Do not take antibiotics one month leading up the appointment.

What can I expect post-treatment?

• Treated areas may be irritated as well as red.

• Some crusting may form on treated areas.

• Scabs/crusting may last up to 7 days

How do I care for my skin post-treatment?

• Do NOT pick skin, this may cause scarring or brown spots.

• Avoid applying make-up, cream, lotions, essential oils etc.; to the area for 24-48 hours.  

• Avoid direct sunlight immediately following the treatment.

• Avoid steam rooms, vigorous exercise, or hot tubs for 24-48 hours following treatment.

• Use mild products without alcohol when cleansing the face or showering

• Pat dry vs. rubbing to prevent premature removal of crusting.

• Do NOT use any form of peeling, scrubs, retinol, or bleaching products until fully healed.