After Treatment: COOLING – The skin can reduce discomfort and excessive skin response. APPLY – Healing ointment or antibiotic ointment, immediately post treatment for 1-3 days. CLEAN – Use a soothing cleanser or face wash with lukewarm water to cleanse the face and gently pat dry the treated skin until it heals. Always make sure that your hands are clean when touching the treated area. As soon as the needle holes close (1-3 days) HYDRATE – Use a gentle moisturizer or healing ointment on the treatment area until skin heals. MAKEUP – Can be applied 2 days after the treatment. Clean makeup brushes prior to using. PROTECT – At 24 hours after the procedure, you should apply a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen with a SPF30, AT ALL TIMES when you will be outside. Use a physical sunscreen (Zinc/Titanium Dioxide) daily. Reapply often?In addition to reducing your future risk of skin cancer, sunscreens also reduce wrinkles and slow the aging process. What to Avoid: To ensure the proper healing environment, be certain to observe the following: For at least 48 hours post treatment, DO NOT use any Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Beta Hydroxy Acid, Retinol (Vitamin A), Vitamin C (in a low pH formula) or anything perceived as ‘active’ skincare. Avoid intentional and direct sunlight for at least 24 hours. No tanning beds. Do not go swimming, soaking, or using hot tubs/ whirlpools for at least 24 hours post-treatment until the skin heals. No exercising or strenuous activity for the first 24 hours post-treatment. Sweating and gym environments are harmful, rife with bacteria, and may cause adverse reactions. Treat the skin gently, avoid scrubbing or trauma to the treated area.