Morpheus8

Treatment times vary for each patient. Most sessions are 30 minutes long, though some treatment times may be longer depending on the severity of the treatment areas. Customers interested in transforming the appearance of their skin should consider the following information:

Before & Preparation

• Do not wear makeup on the day of treatment.
• Excess hair may need to be shaved the night prior.
• Avoid treatments that may irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks before treatment (waxing, depilatories, etc.)
•  Avoid sun-tanning or self-tanners four weeks before treatment—including spray tans, tanning lotions, tanning beds, or direct sun exposure.
• Notify the clinic of any changes to your health history or medications since your last appointment.
• A history of herpes or cold sores may require an antiviral prescription before treatment.
• Skin types IV-VI or Skin Types I-IV with active tan may require the usage of a Pigment Control Cream 6 weeks before treatment. Skin Types I-IV with no active tan should use a Pigment Control Cream 2+ weeks before treatment. Stop at least 48 hours before Morpheus8 treatment to minimize the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
• A week before your procedure, stop taking: aspirin, ibuprofen, Excedrin, Motrin, ginkgo Biloba, ginseng, flax oil, cod liver oil, fish oil, vitamin A, vitamin E, and other essential fatty acids. Also, avoid drinking caffeine and alcohol a few days before your treatment. If you must take pain medication, Tylenol is your best choice.

During the Procedure

• Your provider will apply a topical numbing cream to the treatment area.
• Your provider will press the handheld device into the area after the topical numbing cream takes effect, allowing the tiny microneedles to perforate the skin.
• Once the microneedles reach optimal depth, they emit radiofrequency (RF) waves. The heat from these waves penetrates deep into the dermal skin layer, tightening the skin and adipose tissue.
• The procedure–numbing and preparations included–doesn’t take over two hours.

Aftercare & Recovery

• CARE
• Cool the treatment area for 10-20 minutes for comfort using a fan or A/C. DO NOT ICE unless otherwise specified.
• CLEAN
• Keep the treated area(s) clean to prevent infection.
• Use a soothing cleanser or face wash with lukewarm water to cleanse the treated area and gently pat dry using clean hands.
• Do not use scrubs or exfoliates.
• HYDRATE
• Apply gentle moisturizers or healing ointments after each treatment and apply regularly.
• PROTECT
• Use a high-factor sunscreen (at least 30 SPF). Protect the treated area from over-exposure to sunlight for at least one month after your treatment(s), starting 24 hours post-treatment.
• MAKE-UP
• You may apply makeup two days after treatment with clean applicators.
• WHAT TO AVOID (DONT’S)
• Skin irritants- Products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.
• Excessive tanning of any sort (sun exposure, tanning beds, and artificial tanning lotions) is not allowed in the treated areas throughout the treatment.
• Avoid 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.
• Avoid hot tubs, saunas, and swimming for at least 24 hours post-treatment. 
• KEEP IN MIND
• Tiny scabs may appear after 1-3 days and stay for several days following the treatment. The scabs should not be touched or scratched—allow scabbing to flake off naturally.
• Blisters are rare, but when they occur, they may be treated with a prescribed antibiotic ointment or burn treatment cream as per the provider's discretion.
• Prophylactic antiviral therapy should be continued for patients with a history of cold sores (Herpes Simplex) when treating around the mouth.
• The patient is to contact the provider if there is any sign of infection, excessive swelling, redness, undue pain, or any other unusual symptom.

The perfect candidate for Morpheus8 is men and women between the ages of 30-55 with sun-damaged skin, hyperpigmentation, fine lines, wrinkles, large pores, and overall dull skin. Morpheus8 is an ideal option for men and women who wish to refresh their appearance or are looking for a long-term solution to help them maintain smooth, silky skin.

• Typical Age: 30-55 years old
• Weight: N/A
• Health Restrictions/Contraindications 
• Keloid Scars
• Eczema
• Cardiac Disorders
• Herpes Infections
• Hemophilia
• Diabetes
• Psoriasis
• Raised Moles
• Warts on The Targeted Area
• Pregnancy and Nursing
• Impaired Immune System due to Immunosuppressive Diseases such As Aids or HIV.
• Current or History of Skin Cancer, other Types of Cancers, or Pre-Malignant Moles.

• Swelling
• Crusting
• Redness
• Slight Bruising
• Bumps
• Scabbing
• Peeling
• Slight Oozing
• Rare Cases can cause: Hyperpigmentation, Bleeding, Or Infection.