The closer you follow these instructions, the safer and more effective your treatment will be.
Before morpheus8 treatment
- Wear SPF daily and avoid excessive sun exposure for at least 2 weeks before treatment.
- Arrive with clean skin free of makeup, lotions, and sunscreen.
- Stay well hydrated before your appointment.
- Follow any antiviral medication instructions if you have a history of cold sores and are treating the face.
- Notify your provider of any medications or recent procedures.
- Avoid tanning, spray tans, or sunburn before treatment.
- Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids, and irritating skincare products for 5–7 days before treatment.
- Avoid chemical peels, laser treatments, or waxing on the treatment area for at least 2 weeks prior.
- Avoid blood-thinning medications or supplements (only if approved by your prescribing physician), as these may increase bruising.
- Do not receive treatment over active acne infections, open wounds, or skin infections.
please let us know before your appointment if you are:
- Are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Have a pacemaker or implanted electronic device.
- Have a history of poor wound healing or keloid scarring.
- Have recently taken isotretinoin (Accutane) or started new medications.
after morpheus8 treatment
- Keep the treated area clean and follow the post-care products recommended by your provider.
- Apply a gentle moisturizer as instructed.
- Wear SPF 30+ daily once your provider clears you to resume sunscreen use (typically after the initial healing period if directed).
- Sleep on a clean pillowcase the first night.
- Drink plenty of water to support healing.
- Be patient—collagen remodeling continues for up to 3 months after treatment.
- Do not wear makeup for 24 hours (or as directed by your provider).
- Avoid touching, rubbing, or picking at the treated skin.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sweating, hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms for 24–48 hours.
- Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 2 weeks.
- Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids, scrubs, and chemical peels for 5–7 days, or until your skin has fully healed.
- Do not shave or use harsh exfoliants until your provider advises it is safe.
what to expect
- Redness similar to a sunburn for 1–3 days.
- Mild swelling for 1–3 days.
- Tiny pinpoint marks or a sandpaper-like texture for several days as the skin heals.
- Dryness and light flaking are normal.
- Collagen production occurs gradually, with improvements continuing over the following weeks and months.
