Skin Resurfacing & Tightening with Morpheus8
Morpheus 8
What are the Benefits?
Morpheus8 is an advanced microneedling and fractional radiofrequency (RF) device that penetrates skin more deeply than any other microneedling device on the market, stimulating deep into the layers of skin AND fat. Suitable for all skin types, it will tighten, lift, and smooth lax areas and can address fine lines and wrinkling, sagging, discoloration, acne scarring, and stretch marks.
What to Expect?
While most people find Morpheus8 easily tolerated, a local anesthetic or topical numbing cream will be applied before beginning the treatment. The hand piece will then be moved along the predetermined area of tissue, gently passing the patented device over the skin. As the micro-pins brush the surface, fractional RF energy is delivered to the deepest tissues.
What to Avoid Prior to Treatment?
Four days prior to treatment sun exposure should be avoided and use of all topical retinoids and vitamin C products should be discontinued.
How Quickly Will I See Results?
Visible results can be seen within a few days, but typically after three weeks the most noticeable results appear. Improvements continue up to three months after treatment.
How Many Treatments Will I Need?
Depending on your Morpheus 8 treatment regime you can expect to have between 1-3 sessions.
Morpheus 8 Pre-Treatment Instructions
- Fitzpatrick Skin types IV-VI must prep skin 4 weeks pre-treatment with Glytone TranExamide Serum or Alastin A-Luminate Brightening Serum and continue 4 weeks post-treatment.
- Ask your provider if you are unsure which skin type you have.
- Results from Morpheus8 treatment may be seen in a few days but will be most noticeable beginning at 3 weeks, with full results at 3 months post-treatment.
- Morpheus8 is a collagen-building treatment. Results may be optimized by using Alastin Skin Nectar for 2 weeks prior to your treatment to clear old, disorganized collagen and prepare for new collagen formation.
- Hydrate – moisturize skin in the morning and evening, and drink at least 8 glasses of water per day to completely hydrate your skin and optimize treatment results.
- If you have a history of Herpes Simplex, please ask us to prescribe an antiviral medication when scheduling. This should be taken the day before, the day of, and a day after your procedure. If you are experiencing an active outbreak in the area to be treated, please reschedule as we will be unable to perform your procedure.
- Topical retinoid therapy should be discontinued 3-4 days prior to treatment. Discontinue any irritating topical agents for 2-3 days prior to treatment.
- The treatment area will be thoroughly cleaned, including topical anesthetics, hairspray, gel, makeup, lotions, deodorants, self-tanning products, and ointments.
- Avoid taking anticoagulants for 10 days before treatment if medical conditions allow. Consult with your physician.
- Arrive for treatment with clean skin. There should be no hair products, deodorant, self-tanners, ointments, lotion, make-up, perfume, powder, or bath/shower oil present on the skin in the area to be treated.
- Due to the body’s inflammatory response to Covid-19 and other viruses, we ask that you postpone your procedure 2 weeks after being symptom-free. This helps minimize post-procedure inflammatory responses your body may experience.
Morpheus 8 Post Procedure Instructions
- Immediately after treatment, most patients will experience a clinical endpoint of erythema (redness) for 1-3 days. However, for more aggressive treatments, this may last longer. Slight to moderate edema (swelling) and a mild to moderate sunburn sensation are also common post- treatment and may last 1-3 days. Depending on treatment settings, the skin may crust and peel for 2-7 days.
- A topical ointment may be applied to the treatment area. Your practitioner will recommend topical moisturizers post-treatment. If you elect to use your own products, they need to be fragrance and chemical free for 5 days post-treatment. No bandages or wraps are necessary. Your provider will inform you when you may resume using your usual skincare products.
- Treat the skin gently. Avoid scrubbing or trauma to the treated area. Use water only or a gentle cleanser for the first 24-72 hours.
- Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation (darker pigmentation). Use a sunblock of SPF 30+ after 24-48 hours.
- Multiple treatments over a period of several months may be required to achieve the desired response. You may notice immediate as well as longer-term improvements in your skin.
Carboxy Gel Mask Post-Care Instructions (For those who choose this as an optional topical add-on) Leave the Carboxy gel mask on for a minimum of 50 minutes. With clean hands, peel off the mask and rinse with lukewarm water to remove any remaining product.
If you purchased an AVENE SOS post-recovery kit, apply a thin layer of Cilalfate 2x per day.
