MORPHEUS8 uses microneedling in conjunction with radiofrequency energy to treat the deeper layers of the skin. Microneedling uses tiny needles to repeatedly puncture the surface of the skin, causing controlled trauma that triggers a wound healing response in the area that in turn stimulates your skin to produce collagen. Meanwhile, radiofrequency energy is delivered beneath the surface layers of the skin, and this causes coagulation in the tissues that creates collagen remodelling. The combination of these two skin rejuvenation technologies allows this treatment to target both the upper and lower layers of the skin the epidermis and dermis. This results in deeper remodelling in the lower layers of the skin which improves the resurfacing effects of microneedling. The depth of the radiofrequency energy delivered can be customized to reach different depths of the dermal layers to address your unique skin concerns with greater precision.

• Fine lines
• Wrinkles
• Lax or mildly sagging skin
• Rough or uneven skin texture
• Large pores
• Hyperpigmentation
• Acne scarring
• Stretch marks
• Sun damage
• Jowls

This treatment is known for its anti-aging properties, from tightening and contouring sagging skin, to smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles, this skin rejuvenation technology is excellent for minimizing the signs of aging. It’s very popular to use this treatment to target the face, jowls, jawline, and neck. It is also excellent if you’re looking to improve the appearance of acne scars, micro-needling with radiofrequency energy is particularly effective. Microneedling helps resurface the top layer of the skin, so it’s excellent for creating clearer, brighter, and more evenly toned skin. If you have active acne, however, you will not be eligible for treatment as the needles can spread bacteria from the acne and cause further breakouts. Morpheus8 is suitable for all skin tones and is the safest skin resurfacing option for people with Darker Fitzpatrick skin types. This treatment poses little to no risk of hypo or hyperpigmentation.

Course of 3 treatments at 4-6-week intervals is recommended to achieve best results.

The treatment time ranges from 60-90 minutes depending on the area you are having treated.

• Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds 4-6 weeks prior to treatment, this may vary based on the level of tanning
• Inform your Specialist of any medical conditions or medications being taken
• Please advise your specialist of any products, prescription creams that you may be applying to the area
• Avoid anti-wrinkle injectables 2-4 weeks pre and post treatment if it is local to the area you wish to have treated
• We will avoid areas with filler for 6 Months+
• Discontinue use of retinol A/ Vitamin A on the treatment area one week prior to treatment
• Avoid applying Salicylic or Glycolic acid to treatment area 1 week prior
• Inform your specialist if there is any change in your health or medications since your last visit Back to contents 43
• Avoid waxing treatment area 48 hours prior
• Avoid laser hair removal local to the area 4 weeks pre and post treatment
• Avoid tanning products on the area for 7-14 days prior to the treatment. Area should be false tan free
• If you have excess body hair in the area it is recommended to shave 24-48 hours prior to treatment

• Use an antiseptic product (e.g., Clinisept) immediately following treatment & for up to 3-5 days, or until needle holes have closed
• Can cool skin post treatment to reduce discomfort/heat, with clean cooling method e.g., Cool packs
• Use only tepid water and clean hands to clean face on first night after treatment
• Avoid using makeup for 3 days post treatment or until needle holes close; mineral makeup with SPF 30 – 50 would be the makeup of choice thereafter ensuring applicators are clean prior to use
• Avoid touching treated area (clean hands first if necessary to touch)
• Once holes have closed you may use your usual products – though avoid exfoliating/retinol-based products for 5-7 days
• Use an SPF moisturiser daily once holes have closed (with factor 30+) & for at least 6 weeks post treatment, but ideally ongoing for best results and skin protection
• Avoid significant sun exposure or sunbeds for approx. 6 weeks post treatment, but ideally ongoing for best results and skin protection
• Moisturise the skin liberally to resolve itching and dryness during the healing period; do not pick scabs
• Occasionally a breakout may occur a few days post treatment; use of your skin antiseptic will prevent and treat this if it does occur
• If you have any concerns following treatment with MORPHEUS8 please contact your practitioner immediately

• Erythema (redness) 3-14 days
• Possible edema (localised swelling) up to 2 weeks
• Tiny needle holes/scabs may appear, lasting 7- 21 days
• Possible bruising
• Downtime 3 days – 2 weeks, depending on treatment parameters, client skin type & treatment response/side effects
• Possible breakout, dry or itchy skin