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As we age, the structure of our skin begins to break down and the deeper layers no longer support the surface. This degenerative process creates sagging and wrinkling, loose, aged skin. The only way, as an adult, to gain new scaffolding – new collagen – is to reactivate the collagen producing cells, the fibrocytes, (hence the term “Fibroblasting.” This is done by creating purposeful, controlled micro injuries.

The Plasma Pen resurfaces the top layer of the skin and stimulates the next layer where collagen production occurs. There is an immediate “shrinkage” of the skin being treated, and the wound healing cascade begins, creating new building blocks for skin tightening, wrinkle reduction, age reversal. Visible results can be immediate, but the full collagen benefits won’t be realized for 12 weeks.

The Plasma Pen can also be used to reduce pore size, treat scarring, remove pigmentation (brown spots), remove skin tags, treat ruptured oil glands, or simply as a skin resurfacer (this is called a “Plasma Peel”). The most exciting thing is that it can be used on virtually any area of the skin.

When you arrive we will discuss contraindications, insuring you are a suitable candidate for the treatment, what to expect for an outcome, what to expect during and post treatment and how to care for your skin afterward.

We will take “before” photos and discuss exactly what area is to be treated. A numbing cream will be applied which will sit for 25 minutes.

The treatment begins with a “spraying” technique for resurfacing the area. Next, a secondary numbing, followed by a “dot” technique, purposely creating a micro injury which stimulates inflammation and the healing cascade. Know that, although the numbing cream is helpful, it is not a completely numb process. However, it is not considered painful by most clients. Some say it is similar to getting a tattoo.

​Treatment time varies, depending on the size of area, but could be 1-3 hours. Larger areas may need to be broken down into more than one treatment for the best possible healing response.

You will have tiny little scab dots across the entire treated area and it will feel similar to a sunburn for the rest of that day.

Avoid sun tanning for 4-6 weeks before treatment. We recommend using SPF40 to prep your skin for 2-4 weeks before hand, especially if you are naturally darker skinned.

Depending on your heritage and the amount of melanin in the skin, some may want to use a Tyrosinaise inhibitor for 2-4 weeks ahead of time to insure no overproduction of pigment. I have that product on hand.

Avoid any other procedures in the same area for 3-4 weeks ahead of time.

​Discontinue RetinA for 3-4 days ahead of time.

​Remove contact lenses and eyelash extensions if getting an eye treatment.

Purchase a vitamin C supplement, enough for 2000mg per day for 7 days. Purchase saline water/wipes, or a jug of distilled water.

We call this a “social” downtime, meaning there is no real chance of infection or damage (other than by the sun) by being out in public. It’s just that you won’t look your best. Plan on sticking around the house for a few days.

The first day will feel like a sunburn, it will feel hot and tight. Know that this is a good thing!

Days 2-3: Inflammation will be visible, especially if the treated area was the eyes or forehead. If the actual eyelids were treated, the inflammation may be significant. Inflammation is good and should not be discouraged with anti inflammatory products such as ibuprofen, aspirin or ice packs. Refrigerated saline wipes, gently pressed into the treated area are great for soothing.

Days 3-7: New epithelial tissue is revealed as the tiny carbon crusts flake off. None of this is painful, but may be itchy. The crusts will flake off naturally, and are usually gone within 7 days. The new skin below could be a bit pink for several more days, sometimes even weeks.

Weeks 1-12: Along with the formation of the new top layer of skin, the Plasma Pen treatment initiates a comprehensive healing response which takes place over the next 12 weeks. There is extensive dermal remodeling that includes new collagen synthesis, production of elastin, cross linking between collagen and elastin fibrils (this is what strengthens, plumps, inflates and lifts the structure of the skin), and the reversal of premature degradation of the dermal elastic tissue.

12 Weeks-3 years: Many other exciting things happen including the formation of new blood vessels and the release of growth factors. Among these growth factors are cytokines – small proteins important in modulating our immune response, our cell aging, and the repair and growth of new cells. All these positive changes help slow down or prevent many future negative effects caused by aging.

Results: Smoother, plumper, rejuvenated, more supple, youthful skin.