A Step-by-Step Guide to Morpheus8 Aftercare

Morpheus8 is one of the most buzzed-about aesthetic treatments at the moment, with patients clamoring about it and giving it rave reviews for its ability to stimulate new collagen and tighten the appearance of somewhat loose skin. The fractional microneedling and radiofrequency (RF) treatment uses a dual-approach technology to address various skin-related concerns on the face and body, including acne scars, stretch marks, loose skin, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and even rough texture. However, although Morpheus8 is a highly effective treatment, there’s plenty to know about how to take care of just-treated skin. This step-by-step guide to Morpheus8 contains all the necessary information to properly care for post-treatment skin as it heals to ensure the best possible results.

What is Morpheus8?

Morpheus8 is a modern aesthetic treatment that rejuvenates the skin via microneedling combined with RF. Together, this dual-modality approach stimulates collagen production to improve the skin’s appearance. With age, the natural amount of collagen and elastin in the skin starts to decline. Collagen, which gives the skin its structure and strength, is responsible for plump, youthful skin with a healthy texture and overall appearance. However, with less natural collagen in the skin, the signs of aging, like fine lines and wrinkles and a loss of elasticity, start to occur. Morpheus8 is a non-invasive treatment that addresses aging and loose skin on the face and body. By delivering a dose of energy deep within the skin to the deeper layers, the treatment can jumpstart the body’s natural production of collagen to smooth out the skin’s texture for a significant difference with minimal downtime.

Does Morpheus8 work?

Simply put, yes. Morpheus8 is a clinically proven treatment that dramatically improves skin quality, texture, tone, and health. A series of treatments is often recommended to achieve optimal results, which range for each patient and depend on their age, genetics, the current condition of the skin, and lifestyle factors. Generally speaking, the results from the treatment are permanent—they can last for a year or more—but maintenance sessions are usually recommended to help keep up the results.

In order to determine if a series of Morpheus8 treatments are right for you, book a consultation with your team of experts. During your consultation, our team will provide additional details about the procedure, assess your skin, and devise a customized skin care plan to help you achieve your skincare goals effectively.

What Will My Skin Look Like Immediately After Morpheus8?

Directly following a Morpheus8 treatment, the skin will likely appear red or pink and be a bit dry for the first few days. There may also be spots of skin flaking, which is normal and can be alleviated with a gentle, bland moisturizer. From there, the skin will continue to heal over the coming days. However, it’s normal for there to be some mild redness and swelling that lingers.

What is the Morpheus8 Recovery Time?

The amount of time it takes to recover from a Morpheus8 treatment is usually just a few days (about two to four, on average), although some patients take a little bit longer and experience a healing time that spans upwards of a couple of weeks. The treatment is a weekend procedure, meaning if you have Morpheus8 done on a Friday, you should be fine to return to work on a Monday. Although there may be some lingering redness and swelling on the skin for a few days post-treatment, you should be able to cover it with mineral-based makeup or even a tinted sunscreen. Still, you’ll want to avoid using certain active ingredients, like retinoids, vitamin C, and other exfoliating acids or harsh chemicals, for example, until your provider gives you the green light to resume using them. Our guide to Morpheus8 has great aftercare tips below!

Why is it Important to Avoid Sun Exposure as Part of a Morpheus8 Aftercare Program?

The sun is never good for just-treated skin, especially if a Morpheus8 procedure was just done. That is because the treatment can make the skin more sensitive to the sun’s harmful UV rays causing an increased risk of burning and hyperpigmentation. To protect the skin, always wear sunscreen (mineral sunscreen is best) and wear a wide-brimmed hat when going outside. Skin protective clothing is also helpful to cover up body parts treated with Morpheus8. The less time you can directly expose the skin to the sun post-treatment, the better for the skin and your overall results.

How to Treat the Skin as Part of a Morpheus8 Aftercare Program

You’ll want to take extra good care of your skin as it recovers from a Morpheus8 treatment. Following the proper protocol and instructions is imperative to speed up the Morpheus8 recovery time, and failing to stick to a strict healing protocol can potentially compromise the results. After the treatment, the skin will be sensitive, so avoid washing or bathing in hot water. Instead, lukewarm is a better option for cleaning the skin. You’ll also want to avoid picking or pulling at the skin post-treatment, especially since it may be red, swollen, or tender to the touch. Picking at the skin, which already bears tiny microscopic injuries, can cause irritations and possible infections.

A good moisturizer is essential as part of our guide to Morpheus8 aftercare protocol. It will help soothe and hydrate the skin, so it doesn’t become too dry while helping to reduce redness and swelling. It’s also best to keep the skin free of makeup as it heals for the first few days.

When Will I see Results from Morpheus8?

Morphsue8 does work, but it takes time to see the full results of the treatment. Most patients start to see the first signs of improvement after the very first sessions, but at least three treatment sessions spaced four to six weeks apart are often recommended to reap the full benefits of the treatment. Even after the treatment is complete, the results will continue to improve for up to three months post-treatment. We hope you learned everything there is to know about our step-by-step guide to Morpheus8!

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