Plasma Channeling, Cold Plasma & Fine Line Eraser Contraindications & After Care

This information is for:

Plasma Channeling

Cold Plasma

Fine Line Eraser

This is not the aftercare for the Plasma Pen fibroblast treatment please refer to the specific contraindication and aftercare information.

Plasma Channeling

(Fractional plasma energy delivery – not fibroblast / no carbon crusting)

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Absolute Contraindications

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding

• Active skin infection (bacterial, viral, fungal) in treatment area

• Active cold sores / herpes simplex

• Open wounds or broken skin

• Skin cancer in the treatment area

• Pacemaker or implanted electronic medical device

• History of keloid or hypertrophic scarring

• Severe uncontrolled diabetes

• Autoimmune conditions affecting healing

• Recent isotretinoin use (within 6–12 months depending on protocol)

Relative Contraindications (Doctor clearance may be required)

• Use of anticoagulants

• Active inflammatory skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis)

• Recent chemical peel or laser (within 2–4 weeks)

• Recent sunburn or UV exposure

PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE

• Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds and fake tan for 2 weeks prior.

• Discontinue retinoids, exfoliating acids, and active skincare 5–7 days before treatment.

• Avoid chemical peels, microneedling, or laser in the treatment area for 2–4 weeks.

• Do not wax or use depilatory creams on the area 5–7 days prior.

• Stay well hydrated 48 hours before treatment.

• If prone to cold sores, antiviral prophylaxis may be recommended.

AFTERCARE ADVICE

• Expect redness, warmth and mild swelling for 24–72 hours.

• Skin may feel rough or dry for several days.

• Use only gentle cleanser and the recommended Leaf & Lab recovery products.

• Avoid active ingredients (retinol, AHA/BHA, vitamin C, exfoliants) for 5–7 days.

• Avoid heat (sauna, steam, hot baths, intense exercise) for 48 hours.

• No makeup for 24 hours (or as advised).

• Strict SPF 30–50 daily for minimum 4 weeks.

• Do not pick, scrub or manually exfoliate the skin.

Full collagen stimulation continues for up to 12 weeks.

Cold Plasma

(Non-ablative, antimicrobial, skin rejuvenation treatment)

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Absolute Contraindications

• Pregnancy (precautionary)

• Pacemaker or implanted electronic device

• Epilepsy

• Active skin infection in treatment area

• Active skin cancer in treatment area

Relative Contraindications

• Severe rosacea flare

• Recent aggressive resurfacing treatment

• Metal implants in direct treatment area

• Autoimmune conditions affecting healing

Cold Plasma is generally very safe and suitable for sensitive or compromised skin when properly assessed.

PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE

• Avoid sunburn or excessive UV exposure 5–7 days prior.

• Discontinue strong actives (retinol, acids) 3–5 days before treatment.

• Arrive with clean skin (no makeup, SPF or heavy products).

• Stay hydrated before your appointment.

AFTERCARE ADVICE

• Mild redness may occur for a few hours.

• Skin may feel slightly tight or warm.

• You may resume makeup after 12–24 hours unless advised otherwise.

• Avoid exfoliation and active skincare for 3–5 days.

• Apply SPF daily.

• Avoid heat treatments or intense exercise for 24 hours.

Results improve with a course of treatments.

Fine Line Eraser

(Fibroblast Plasma Pen with ball-end – creates controlled micro exfoliation in line)

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Absolute Contraindications

• Pregnancy or breastfeeding

• History of keloid or hypertrophic scarring

• Active skin infection or inflammation

• Skin cancer in the area

• Isotretinoin within 12 months

• Autoimmune disorders affecting healing

• Poor wound healing

• Blood clotting disorders

• Pacemaker

Relative Contraindications

• Smokers (delayed healing)

• Diabetes

• Use of anticoagulants

• Recent sun exposure

• Dermal filler in area within 8 weeks

PRE-TREATMENT ADVICE

• Avoid sun exposure and fake tan for 4 weeks.

• Discontinue retinol and acids 7–10 days prior.

• No injectable treatments in the area for 6–8 weeks.

• Avoid alcohol 24–48 hours before treatment.

• Antiviral medication required if prone to cold sores (especially peri-oral).

• Arrive makeup free.

AFTERCARE ADVICE

• Small carbon crusts will form immediately and remain for 5–10 days.

• DO NOT pick, scratch or remove crusts.

• Keep area clean and dry for 24 hours.

• Apply only recommended healing balm.

• Avoid makeup until crusts have naturally fallen off.

• Avoid sun exposure for 8–12 weeks.

• SPF 50 mandatory once crusts have shed.

• Expect swelling (especially around eyes) for 2–5 days.

• Mild redness may persist for several weeks.

Full collagen remodelling takes up to 12 weeks.