PLASMA FIBROBLAST

You must not use any NSAIDs or blood thinning supplements for at least one week after the treatment and discontinue the consumption of alcohol and caffeine for at least 72 hours after the treatment - the chemicals in these products have a blood thinning effect on the body, reducing its ability to clot and exacerbating bruising and swelling.

You must sleep on your back, face up, with the head slightly elevated to help reduce swelling (if the treatment was carried out on, or above the neck line), until the swelling has completely subsided - elevating a swollen area above the level of the heart helps the extra fluid to move back towards the heart for circulation to other parts of the body, thus reducing swelling faster and more efficiently.

You must avoid activities that involve the radiation of heat or an increase to core body temperature until the initial scabbing has fully healed, as this will exacerbate swelling - swelling is caused by bleeding in the tissue, and heat draws more blood to the area, exacerbating swelling.

You must avoid UV light exposure for at least twelve weeks after the treatment - the treated area is vulnerable to hyperpigmentation and scarring during this time.
Once the initial scabbing has healed, SPF50+ should be worn daily to protect the treated area, even in winter.

You must avoid strenuous exercise until the initial scabbing has fully healed for multiple reasons - exercise leads to sweating, and sweat can mix with the bacteria on the skin, contaminating the treated area and leading to infection and the risk of scarring. In addition to this, exercise also increases core body temperature and blood flow, which can exacerbate bruising and swelling as more blood is drawn to the treated area.
An average of one litre of fluid is also lost per hour of strenuous exercise - this can have a dehydrating effect on the body, impairing wound healing and therefore recovery.

You must not use topical hair or skin care products and must avoid any hair removal or hair dying treatments until the initial scabbing has fully healed - this can lead to skin irritation and the risk of scarring.
If a subsequent treatment is due to be applied in close proximity to the treated area, this may only be done once it has fully healed.

You must not introduce water or moisture - including perfumes and creams, to the treated area, until the initial scabbing has fully healed - this is to reduce the risk of scarring.
Once the initial scabbing has fully healed, gentle moisturisers and face creams may be applied.

You must drink plenty of water (4-5 litres, daily) for at least two weeks after the treatment and must not consume alcohol, caffeine or foods with diuretic or dehydrating effects on the body for at least 72 hours after the treatment - water is a major component of the blood and dehydration reduces the bodies blood volume, which reduces oxygen and nutrient delivery to the wound bed, impairing wound healing and therefore recovery.

You must avoid touching the treated area or applying make up until the initial scabbing has fully healed, this it to avoid exposing the treated area to any bacteria - leading to infection and the risk of scarring.
Once the initial scabbing has healed, light mineral based make up may be worn.

You must avoid scratching, peeling and picking the treated area, the crusts and scabbing must fall off naturally - this is to reduce the risk of scarring.
Once the initial scabbing has fully healed, it is advisable to apply bio-oil to the treated area to promote healing.

You must not fly for at least two weeks after the treatment - the changes in cabin pressure can cause blood vessels to leak into the treated areas, which will dramatically increase swelling and bruising.

You must avoid the application of pressure against the treated area or the surrounding areas until the initial scabbing has fully healed, this means avoiding tight fitting clothing or accessories and treatments that involve firm pressure or massages - this can cause irritation to the treated area and the risk of scarring.

You should avoid or limit cigarettes and vapes where possible for as long as possible after the treatment - smoking reduces the amount of oxygen in the blood and narrows the blood vessels, impairing wound healing and therefore recovery.

You may apply a sterile, cold compress to the treated area, to help reduce swelling, until the swelling has completely subsided - cold temperatures will help to constrict the blood vessels, decreasing circulation and reducing swelling.

You may take anti-histamines, as directed by the manufacturer, to help reduce swelling, until the swelling has completely subsided - histamine is a chemical that causes blood vessels to expand and the skin to swell. Anti-histamines work by blocking the effects of histamine, which reduces swelling.

You may take acetaminophen or paracetamol to help manage any discomfort after the treatment.

If you have been supplementing with Arnica tablets prior to the treatment, continue supplementation with Arnica tablets for one week after the treatment, as directed by the manufacturer. You may also use topical Arnica, as directed by the manufacturer, until swelling and bruising has subsided. Arnica is believed to lead to vasodilation, the opening of blood vessels - this inhibits blood and other fluids from accumulating in the treated area, which helps to reduce swelling and enables the body to re-absorb any bruising.

If you have previously suffered from cold sores and are having plasma fibroblast administered in close proximity to the mouth area, there is a risk that the micro-trauma caused by the treatment could contribute to another eruption of cold sores - if cold sore medication (such as Acyclovir) was started two days prior to the treatment, continue to take the medication after the treatment until the area has fully healed to help mitigate this risk.

After the treatment, there may be mild bleeding, scabbing, slight redness, bruising, swelling, tenderness and an itching sensation in the treated area - this is a normal side effect of the treatment and generally disappears after a few days - if any of these symptoms continue after a week, or if any other reactions occur, please contact the clinic.

It can take up to three months to heal from plasma fibroblast and during this time the treated area can look unsightly.
Clients with lighter skin tones tend to heal the fastest as they tend to have a faster cellular turnover.

Although you may notice your results relatively quickly after your first treatment, the body needs time to stimulate your own collagen and elastin production. It is for this reason that the best results of the treatment are not visible until the treated area has fully healed, which can take up to three months.

It will take one to three treatments spaced twelve weeks apart to achieve optimum results. Once this has been achieved, a subsequent appointment will only be required when new signs of aging develop, over time.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONERNS FOLLOWING THE TREATMENT, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT US!