• Avoid Sun Exposure: Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for at least 1–2 weeks prior to treatment. Excess sun exposure can increase the risk of irritation and pigmentation changes.
• Avoid Other Skin Treatments: Avoid chemical peels, waxing, dermaplaning, microneedling, and other laser treatments in the treatment area for approximately 2 weeks before treatment.
• Stop Active Skincare Products: Discontinue retinoids, Retin-A®, tretinoin, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, exfoliants, and other active skincare products for 3–5 days prior to treatment.
• Limit Alcohol: Refrain from consuming alcoholic beverages for at least 24–48 hours before treatment to minimize redness and sensitivity.
• Avoid Blood-Thinning Supplements: If approved by your healthcare provider, avoid nonessential blood-thinning supplements such as Fish Oil, Vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba, and f laxseed for 48–72 hours before treatment. Do not discontinue prescribed medications without consulting your physician.
• Cold Sore History: If you have a history of cold sores (herpes simplex), please notify your provider prior to treatment, as preventative antiviral medication may be recommended.
• Medical History: Please inform your provider of any significant medical history, allergies, medications, recent procedures, active infections, or skin conditions prior to treatment.
• Arrive with Clean Skin: Please arrive with clean skin free of makeup, sunscreen, lotions, or oils whenever possible.

• Procedure Duration: The treatment typically lasts 30-45 minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated.
• Laser Application: The Moxi device delivers non-ablative, fractionated laser energy to the skin, targeting pigmentation and uneven texture while stimulating collagen production.
• Comfort and Sensation: Most patients experience a mild warming sensation during the procedure. Numbing cream is applied prior to treatment to enhance comfort during treatment.
• Post-Treatment Expectations: There is minimal downtime with Moxi, and most patients can return to their normal activities right after the procedure.

• Expected Downtime: Mild redness, warmth, and swelling are normal after treatment and typically improve within 24–48 hours.
• Avoid Heat & Sun Exposure: For 48 hours after treatment, avoid excessive heat, sweating, strenuous exercise, saunas, hot tubs, steam rooms, and direct sun exposure. For the first 2 weeks, wear a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily and use a hat or visor when outdoors to protect healing skin and help prevent hyperpigmentation.
• No Makeup: Avoid applying makeup for at least 24 hours after treatment to allow the skin to heal properly.
• Gentle Skincare Only: Use gentle cleansers, moisturizers, and healing products for 1–2 weeks after treatment. Avoid retinoids, exfoliants, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, vitamin C, benzoyl peroxide, and other active ingredients until the skin has fully recovered.
• Hydrate & Moisturize: Apply a gentle, hydrating moisturizer such as Cicalfate, Alastin Skin Nectar, Sente Dermal Repair, or other provider-recommended products to improve healing, hydration, and comfort.
• Avoid Scrubbing or Picking: Do not pick, scratch, rub, exfoliate, or scrub the treated skin, especially as it becomes dry or rough. This may increase the risk of irritation, pigmentation changes, or scarring.
• Expected Healing: Swelling generally subsides within 24–48 hours. Around days 2–4, the skin may develop a rough, sandpaper-like texture with tiny dark spots known as MENDS (Microscopic Epidermal Necrotic Debris). Mild bronzing, dryness, flaking, and uneven texture are normal parts of the healing process. These changes typically resolve within 5–7 days, revealing brighter, smoother skin.
• Hydration is Important: Continue drinking plenty of water and applying recommended moisturizers throughout the healing process to support skin recovery.
• Pain Relief: Tylenol® (acetaminophen), Advil® (ibuprofen), and/or antihistamines may be used if needed for discomfort or swelling. We recommend Allegra®, Claritin®, or Zyrtec® during the day, and Benadryl® at night if additional relief is needed.
• Treatment Series: MOXI® is commonly performed as a series of 3–4 treatments spaced approximately 4–6 weeks apart for optimal improvement in pigmentation, texture, tone, and overall skin quality.
• Contact the Office Immediately If You Experience: Blistering, severe swelling, signs of infection, worsening pain, or any unexpected reaction.

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Please call or text our office with any questions regarding your treatment or recovery. We are here to help! Call or Text: (310) 598-1580

• Avoid Sun Exposure: Avoid prolonged sun exposure, tanning beds, and self-tanners for at least 1–2 weeks prior to treatment. Excess sun exposure can increase the risk of irritation and pigmentation changes.
• Avoid Other Skin Treatments: Avoid chemical peels, waxing, dermaplaning, microneedling, and other laser treatments in the treatment area for approximately 2 weeks before treatment.
• Stop Active Skincare Products: Discontinue retinoids, Retin-A®, tretinoin, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, exfoliants, and other active skincare products for 3–5 days prior to treatment.
• Limit Alcohol: Refrain from consuming alcoholic beverages for at least 24–48 hours before treatment to minimize redness and sensitivity.
• Avoid Blood-Thinning Supplements: If approved by your healthcare provider, avoid nonessential blood-thinning supplements such as Fish Oil, Vitamin E, Ginkgo Biloba, and f laxseed for 48–72 hours before treatment. Do not discontinue prescribed medications without consulting your physician.
• Cold Sore History: If you have a history of cold sores (herpes simplex), please notify your provider prior to treatment, as preventative antiviral medication may be recommended.
• Medical History: Please inform your provider of any significant medical history, allergies, medications, recent procedures, active infections, or skin conditions prior to treatment.
• Arrive with Clean Skin: Please arrive with clean skin free of makeup, sunscreen, lotions, or oils whenever possible.

• Procedure Duration: The treatment typically lasts 30-45 minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated.
• Laser Application: The Moxi device delivers non-ablative, fractionated laser energy to the skin, targeting pigmentation and uneven texture while stimulating collagen production.
• Comfort and Sensation: Most patients experience a mild warming sensation during the procedure. Numbing cream is applied prior to treatment to enhance comfort during treatment.
• Post-Treatment Expectations: There is minimal downtime with Moxi, and most patients can return to their normal activities right after the procedure.

• Expected Downtime: Mild redness, warmth, and swelling are normal after treatment and typically improve within 24–48 hours.
• Avoid Heat & Sun Exposure: For 48 hours after treatment, avoid excessive heat, sweating, strenuous exercise, saunas, hot tubs, steam rooms, and direct sun exposure. For the first 2 weeks, wear a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily and use a hat or visor when outdoors to protect healing skin and help prevent hyperpigmentation.
• No Makeup: Avoid applying makeup for at least 24 hours after treatment to allow the skin to heal properly.
• Gentle Skincare Only: Use gentle cleansers, moisturizers, and healing products for 1–2 weeks after treatment. Avoid retinoids, exfoliants, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, vitamin C, benzoyl peroxide, and other active ingredients until the skin has fully recovered.
• Hydrate & Moisturize: Apply a gentle, hydrating moisturizer such as Cicalfate, Alastin Skin Nectar, Sente Dermal Repair, or other provider-recommended products to improve healing, hydration, and comfort.
• Avoid Scrubbing or Picking: Do not pick, scratch, rub, exfoliate, or scrub the treated skin, especially as it becomes dry or rough. This may increase the risk of irritation, pigmentation changes, or scarring.
• Expected Healing: Swelling generally subsides within 24–48 hours. Around days 2–4, the skin may develop a rough, sandpaper-like texture with tiny dark spots known as MENDS (Microscopic Epidermal Necrotic Debris). Mild bronzing, dryness, flaking, and uneven texture are normal parts of the healing process. These changes typically resolve within 5–7 days, revealing brighter, smoother skin.
• Hydration is Important: Continue drinking plenty of water and applying recommended moisturizers throughout the healing process to support skin recovery.
• Pain Relief: Tylenol® (acetaminophen), Advil® (ibuprofen), and/or antihistamines may be used if needed for discomfort or swelling. We recommend Allegra®, Claritin®, or Zyrtec® during the day, and Benadryl® at night if additional relief is needed.
• Treatment Series: MOXI® is commonly performed as a series of 3–4 treatments spaced approximately 4–6 weeks apart for optimal improvement in pigmentation, texture, tone, and overall skin quality.
• Contact the Office Immediately If You Experience: Blistering, severe swelling, signs of infection, worsening pain, or any unexpected reaction.

QUESTIONS?

Please call or text our office with any questions regarding your treatment or recovery. We are here to help! Call or Text: (310) 598-1580