MOXI Laser Resurfacing
Care Instructions

The Moxi fractional treatment creates outcomes based on the aggressiveness of the treatment taking into account your skin concerns, the health of your skin and your individual healing ability. Due to this, patient response can vary after a Moxi fractional treatment. Erythema (redness) and possibly edema (swelling) are the desired responses within a few minutes after the completion of the procedure. The degree of redness and length of healing time will increase with the depth and coverage of the procedure.

Prepare For Your Procedure

  1. Avoid extended sun exposure, i.e. beach, travel to sunny locations, sunbathing, sports outdoors for two weeks prior to treatment.
  2. Refrain from using self tanning products and lotions that contain gradual tanners two weeks prior to treatment.
  3. Cease the use of any facial products containing salicylic acid, glycolic acid or retinoid acid a minimum of 3 days prior to your treatment.
  4. For certain skin types it may be necessary to pre-treat the areas with Retin-A and Hydroquinone for 4-6 weeks prior to the treatment. Your laser Technician will discuss this with you and plan ahead.
  5. Avoid products or treatments that irritate the skin for two weeks prior to treatment: chemical peels, waxing, and chemical depilatories, etc.
  6. Discuss any allergies and all current medications with your provider beforehand. Let your CULT Aesthetics Clinic provider know if you are awaiting a skin cancer screening or have been diagnosed with skin cancer in the past, have a history of melasma on the face, taking Isotretinoin or any Accutane type medications, have autoimmune diseases, bleeding disorders, uncontrolled diabetes, if you are pregnant, suffering from illnesses or infections, have active acne or with a history of keloid scarring or cold sores prior to your procedure.
  7. Please let your provider know if you have a social event in the next two weeks.
  8. Wash your pillowcase and makeup brushes the day before your procedure.

The Day of Your Procedure

  1. Please arrive at the office without make-up and a clean face. Pre-procedure photos will be taken. Topical anesthetic and numbing is recommended for Maxi Fractional Resurfacing . Bring a wide brimmed hat to wear on the day of the procedure.
  2. The procedure will take approximently 30 minutes and can be proceded by other laser procedures. Your eyes will be protected with safety shields or glasses. You may briefly feel a warm or rubber band snap sensation as the light is absorbed.
  3. A soothing aftercare will be applied after the procedure.
  4. Bring a visor or sun hat to your procedure for the drive home.

After Your Procedure

  1. You may experience some redness. Redness can persist for up to 7 days depending on the aggressiveness of the treatment. Pinpoint bleeding may occur. This can last for a few hours - 12 hours depending on the treatment depth and may be isolated to certain treated areas.
  2. Immediately after treatment, swelling is common and expected. Use of a cold compress or ice packs will help to relieve the swelling. To avoid further swelling, you may choose to sleep in an upright position the first night after the treatment. The first morning post treatment is when swelling is more prevalent, especially under the eyes. Swelling may last 2-4 days depending on the aggressiveness of the treatment. In rare cases, oral pain relievers, i.e. Extra Strength Tylenol or Advil, may be used.
  3. While the skin is healing, avoid anything that will irritate the skin, such as exfoliants, shaving, too hot or too cold water and swimming pools and spas with multiple chemicals/chlorine.
  4. Stay out of the sun for at least 14 days post-treatment. No tanning for at least 3 months after procedure.
  5. Avoid strenuous exercises that cause sweating. Avoid jacuzzi, sauna, or steam baths for 3 days after treatment- This may cause post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

DAY 2-5

  1. On the 2nd or 3rd day after treatment, you will increasingly notice tiny dark spots and bronzed appearance to the treated skin. During this time, your skin will be very dry and have a sandpaper texture and will begin to flake and peel. If the face is treated, it could take 5-7 days for the peeling process to be completed. If the neck, chest or anywhere on the body was treated, this process could take up to 2 weeks. Do not pick, scratch, or scrub at treated skin! Allow old skin to flake off naturally and KEEP SKIN MOISTURIZED AT ALL TIMES. For extra dry skin, apply moisturizer every two hours if needed. Wear SPF daily If an antiviral was prescribed for you, continue to take as directed.

DAY 5-7

  1. You may restart your regular skincare products and Retin-A once your skin is no longer irritated. Many patients have noticed continued skin improvement for months following treatment.
  2. For best results, we recommend follow-up and repeat treatments in 4-6 weeks and a series of 3-5 treatments depending on your personalized care plan.
  3. In the unlikely chance that you experience ANY of the following signs and symptoms: Increasing pain, redness, swelling, significant bruising or darkening at or around the treatment area lasting over 5 days, notable change in temperature to the skin surrounding the treatment area, drainage or fever over 100.5 F or ANY other concerns you may have any other unusual symptoms call your provider directly at the CULT Aesthetics Clinic.
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