Cheshire Lasers patient information for Neogen Plasma Treatment

Cheshire Lasers’ Patient Information for Neogen Plasma Treatments

Please read the following information before any Neogen Plasma treatment at Cheshire Lasers. It is important you follow the advice given for optimal results and to reduce the risk of unwanted reactions.

How should I prepare for my Neogen Plasma Treatment?

Three weeks before the procedure

Avoid excessive sun exposure or tanning for at least three weeks
Use a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) 30+ zinc oxide or titanium dioxide-based sunblock to the treatment areas
Additional sun protective measures such as a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and sun-protective clothing

One week before the procedure

Avoid all Exfoliants (scrubs, washes and other treatments that remove the outermost part of the skin)
Avoid products with AHAs, BHA and PHAs
Avoid all products with retinol, retinals, and tretinoin.
Avoid fake tan

Five days before treatment

Moisturise twice daily with a quality non-irritating, unperfumed product.
Drink a minimum of 2 litres of water per day
Avoid food and drinks that cause dehydration

The evening/day before the appointment,

Remove all hair from the treatment area

Do not take anti-inflammatories or antihistamines, as they will reduce the results of your treatment.

On the day of the treatment

Do not wear any make-up.
Do not use mascara
No perfume or cologne near the treatment area

Contact lenses

You must remove contact lenses before treatment. You can reinsert the immediately after.

What to Expect During Your Neogen Treatment

Before your Neogen treatment, we ask that you attend a consultation with one of our specialists. They will assess your skin and create a treatment plan to suit your needs.

During the procedure, the practitioner will use the plasma device to deliver controlled energy to the treatment area, creating a warming sensation as the nitrogen plasma works its magic.

Sometimes, we will apply a topical anaesthetic, but this is only necessary if you are opting for a deeper treatment. Depending on the intensity of the treatment, sessions usually last between 30 minutes to an hour.

After treatment, we will give you some products to use on your skin for the next few days to ensure you avoid any products that may irritate or delay the healing process.

Neogen Plasma Post-treatment Advice

Avoid Sun Exposure for four weeks after treatment.

Allow the peeling to occur naturally. Do not pick! Picking may result in an infection or scar.
Do Not apply any moisturiser until advised ( this depends on the level of your treatment), as applying hydrating products too early delays the peeling process.

For the first 24 hours:

Like a mild sunburn, your skin may feel warm and pink for several hours. It will be fragile, so treat it gently.
For all levels of treatment:

Do not cleanse the treated area for 24 hours.
Skin to be kept dry
Always wash your hands thoroughly using antibacterial soap before touching treated areas

Flaking Phase

Low Energy Treatments

Two to three days recovery time with minimal, if any, skin peeling /flakiness.
After low-energy treatment, the skin must be kept dry for 24 hours. After this period, you can use a mild water-based cleanser, and when peeling has almost completed, apply a mild moisturiser.
The old skin will come off as you wash your face; however, you may not be aware of it.

Mid-level Energy Treatment

There will be a two to five day recovery time with more obvious skin flaking and peeling. The skin will generally start to flake within two to five days.
Allow the skin to peel before applying moisturiser/rehydration unless it persists for a few days.

Apply a mild moisturiser or rehydration gel once the peeling is close to completion. Applying a moisturiser too soon can delay the peeling.

High-Level Energy Treatment

Seven to ten days recovery time with skin peeling from day nine. The treatment area will appear red or sometimes darker for several days. You may also notice some swelling
Your practitioner might apply a barrier cream to the treated area to keep the skin moist normally; you should leave this on for 24 hours. After this, you may cleanse and reapply the barrier cream for 2 or 3 days, twice a day,

During the recovery time:

Do not use anti-ageing/exfoliating/harsh products
Avoid unintentional touching of the treated areas, such as rubbing your eyes
It is important that the treated skin is left in place until it is ready to flake.
Avoid exercise where skin may become flushed or sweaty
Avoid any hot or cold environments, e.g. sauna
Avoid contact with pets in the treatment area
Start to use a mild cleanser only when instructed.
Try to sleep on your back following treatment of the face. Using extra pillows can help
For higher-intensity treatments, change the pillowcase daily until you have healed.

Contact Cheshire Lasers if you have continued pain, blistering, oozing or concerns about itching in the treated area

After flaking

After your skin has flaked, it is important to resume the use of a zinc oxide or titanium dioxide-based SPF 30+ sunblock to decrease the possibility of hyperpigmentation

Resume use of a high-quality mild moisturiser.

New skin will have formed underneath the layer of treated skin that flakes this will be fragile and must be treated gently.

It is normal for the skin to have lighter and darker areas as it heals.

This is usually temporary and will fade within approximately 1 – 6 months.

The treated area will most likely heal without any pigment changes.

When can I return to make-up or shaving and activities:

It will generally be 2 to 3 days after treatment before you can apply makeup or shave. This will depend on whether you had a low-energy or high-energy treatment.

We will advise you about this at your consultation.

What possible reactions may I experience after a Neogen Plasma Treatment?

Cheshire Lasers has provided the information above to reduce the risk of unwanted reactions from your Neogen Plasma Treatment.
It is extremely important you follow our advice to reduce the risk of complications from the Neogen treatment.

Common skin reactions depending on the depth and intensity of your treatment include:

Temporary swelling
Mild acne flare
Milia (tiny white bumps), which resolve on their own
Contact dermatitis is a localised skin irritation most often due to harsh product use
Petechiae are small red or red-blue spots that make up a rash.
Singeing of hair which will grow back

Possible complications

Continued pain, swelling or blisters
Herpes cold sore activation treatment
Hyperpigmentation
Infection
Scarring – Although very rare with NeoGen®, it is important to follow all post-treatment instructions carefully

What if you experience a problem after a Neogen Plasma Treatment?

If you experience an unexpected reaction following your treatment, please contact Cheshire Lasers immediately so we can manage it and reduce the risk of further complications.

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