Essential Aftercare Tips for Plasma Pen Treatments to Ensure Optimal Results

Plasma Pen treatments offer impressive skin tightening and rejuvenation results, but the key to maintaining those results lies in proper aftercare. Without the right care, your skin may experience prolonged sensitivity, discoloration, or slower healing. This guide shares the best aftercare practices, my two favorite products, and important recommendations to help you get the most from your Plasma Pen treatment.

Preparing for Your Plasma Pen Treatment

Before your appointment, I recommend taking Tylenol about 30 minutes before the treatment. This helps manage any discomfort during the procedure and makes the experience more comfortable overall.

If you have Fitzpatrick skin type 3 or 4, special preparation is essential. These skin types are more prone to hyperpigmentation after treatments. To reduce the risk, use a skin inhibitor before your session. This product helps lower melanin production, which causes discoloration, and prepares your skin for a smoother healing process.

Immediate Aftercare: What to Do Right After Treatment

Right after your Plasma Pen session, your skin will be sensitive and may show tiny dots or scabs where the plasma touched the skin. Here’s what to do:

• Avoid touching or picking at the treated area to prevent scarring or infection.

• Use a gentle, soothing balm to support healing. I highly recommend ExoBalm as an aftercare balm. It calms the skin, reduces redness, and keeps the area moisturized without clogging pores.

• Keep the skin clean with lukewarm water and avoid harsh cleansers or exfoliants.

Protecting Your Skin from the Sun

Your skin will be especially vulnerable to sun damage for weeks after treatment. It’s crucial to:

• Stay away from direct sun exposure for at least 30 days.

• Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with high SPF. My top pick is TIZO SPF, which offers excellent protection without irritating sensitive skin.

• Wear hats or protective clothing when outdoors to shield your skin further.

  
  

Remember, your skin can remain sensitive for up to 8 weeks, so sun protection should be a priority during this entire period.

Long-Term Care for Best Results

Healing from Plasma Pen treatment takes time. To support your skin’s recovery and maintain results:

• Continue applying ExoBalm as needed to keep the skin hydrated.

• Avoid aggressive skincare products like retinoids or acids until your skin fully heals.

• Follow your practitioner’s advice on when to resume your regular skincare routine.

  
  

Special Note for Fitzpatrick Skin Types 3 and 4

For those with medium skin tones, preventing hyperpigmentation is critical. Using a skin inhibitor before treatment helps reduce melanin production and lowers the risk of dark spots. Consult your skincare professional about the best product for your skin type and how long to prep before your Plasma Pen session.