RF Microneedling & Morpheus8 Aftercare
RF microneedling, including MNRF and Morpheus8, combines fine needles with radiofrequency heat to improve scars, pores and firmness. The tiny channels close within a day or two, so the first days matter most.
Your own doctor’s instructions always come first. If anything here is different from what you were told at the clinic, follow your doctor and ask us if you are unsure.
Before your appointment
- Stop retinol, retinoids and exfoliating acids 5 days before
- Avoid sun exposure and tanning for 2 weeks before
- Tell us about cold sores, keloids, isotretinoin or blood thinners
- Come with clean skin, no makeup
After your treatment, step by step
First 24 hours
Do- Use only the gentle cleanser and soothing cream advised
- Keep your hands off the treated skin
- Use clean pillowcases
Avoid- Makeup
- Hot showers, steam, sauna and gym
- Touching or scratching the skin
Days 2–7
Do- Moisturise well
- Use SPF 50 every morning and reapply outdoors
- Let any tiny scabs or grid marks fade on their own
Avoid- Retinol, acids and active serums
- Scrubs and facials
- Swimming pools
Between sessions
Do- Keep up daily sunscreen
- Book your next session on time, usually 4–6 weeks apart
Avoid- Other strong treatments without checking with your doctor
What to pause, and for how long
| Pause | For how long |
|---|---|
| Makeup | 24 hours |
| Retinol, retinoids and exfoliating acids | 5–7 days after |
| Gym, sauna, swimming | 48 hours after |
Normal, and settles by itself
- Redness and warmth like a sunburn for 1–3 days
- Mild swelling, especially under the eyes
- Tiny dots or a grid pattern for a few days
- Dryness and light flaking
Call your clinic if you notice
- Blisters, crusting or oozing that keeps spreading
- Pain, swelling or redness that gets worse after 48 hours
- Pus, warmth or fever
- New dark or light patches on the treated skin
Aftercare questions
When can I wear makeup after Morpheus8 or MNRF?
Usually after 24 hours, once the tiny channels have closed. Use clean brushes.
How soon will I see results?
Skin often looks smoother within 2–3 weeks, and collagen keeps building for about 3 months after a course.
Why do I see small dots on my face?
These are the needle points and usually fade in a few days. Do not pick them.
Paradise Wellness · +91 97738 63777 · https://www.paradisewellness.in/aftercare/rf-microneedling · General information only; it does not replace advice from your doctor.