Treatment FAQ

how bad is the peeling after infini treatment

by Prof. Lauren Pollich V Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Unlike C02 skin resurfacing with weeks of recovery, dressings, ointments and peeling, an Infini® treatment typically causes 1-2 days of redness with no peeling or dressings.

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Can I wear makeup after Infini treatment?

After Infini treatment, the treated skin is slightly red and swollen, but can be covered with makeup after just a few hours, unlike after laser treatment. Infini is great for maintenance too.

Can Infini microneedling damage eyes?

The Infini treatment uses radio frequency technology with microneedling; it’s not a laser. For this reason, it is much safer than a laser, with less downtime, and it cannot damage your eyes.

What happens during an Infini RF skin treatment?

What happens during an Infini RF treatment? An Infini RF skin treatment typically takes from 15 minutes to an hour, depending on the size of the treatment area. Your provider starts by applying a topical numbing cream.

How long do grid marks from Infini RF microneedling last?

It’s normal for the needles from the microneedling device to leave grid marks on the skin. They typically fade within a few days, but they can last up to a month or two, which can be distressing. Infini RF is generally not done as a single treatment.

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How long is recovery from Infini?

INFINI™ Recovery Time: Depending on the condition being treated and the intensity of your treatment recovery time will vary from 2 to 10 days. You can expect the area to become red and some bruising may occur.

How long does it take to see results from Infini?

When will I begin to see results from my Infini treatment? Generally, patients notice tightening, and a more even tone to their skin, a week or two after their first session. For areas with deeper imperfections, results can be subtler, and additional treatments are usually required.

What does Infini do to skin?

Infini is a radiofrequency (RF) microneedling device that uses your own body's reaction to firm the skin by delivering energy directly to the dermis through gold-plated microneedles. This unique and innovative technology protects the top layer of the skin, allowing treatments on all skin types, even tanned skin.

What do you do after Infini treatment?

INFINI POST-TREATMENT PATIENT INSTRUCTIONS treatment moisturizer after the 1st day. We recommend either CeraVe or Aquaphor. sloughing. You should avoid harsh topical products such as salicylic and glycolic acids, retinols or alcohol based toners for two weeks.

Does Infini tighten skin?

Loose skin (laxity) and wrinkles are commonly treated with INFINI to achieve tissue tightening, collagen formation, re-volumization of tissues, and improvement of skin texture. Not only is INFINI beneficial for skin wrinkles and skin tightening, but also for scar remodeling.

Is Infini RF worth it?

RealSelf members give the procedure a notably low Worth It Rating of just 66%, with some reporting scarring, irregular skin texture, prolonged acne breakouts, or even cellulitis that required antibiotics after their Infini RF treatment.

How long does Infini skin tightening last?

The collagen created will last at least 7 years. However, the amount of collagen is variable, and depends on the overall skin health, patient's health, smoking habits, age, tanning, sun exposure, and lifestyle. It is usually recommended to have a “touch up” performed every 12-18 months.

When should I wash my face after using Infini?

There is virtually no downtime required, as you can gently wash your face the evening of the treatment and apply make up within 24 hours!

How painful is Infini?

How painful is the Infini? Most patients will rate the majority of the procedure a 3 or 4/10. The areas which might be higher are over the bone, such as the forehead, cheeks, and jawline.

Can I wear makeup after Infini?

You may wear makeup the day after treatment. If peeling or flaking occurs, this will resolve over the next few days. You may repeat treatment in 4 weeks. Use LifeLine stem cell product every 3 hours after treatment and at bedtime on treatment day.

Which is better ultherapy or Infini?

Infini RF effectively treats surgical, traumatic scars and acne scars. Ultherapy is not used for scar treatment. Infini RFcosts more but gives you more for your money, with a high degree of patient satisfaction with results. Ultherapy costs less but has a lower patient satisfaction level.

How long does Infini microneedling last?

This lets your skin heal between treatments. After the initial set of treatments, the results will last about 1 year. It's recommended to have a touch-up session once a year to maintain your desired results.

What is Infini RF?

Lutronic Infini RF is a skin-rejuvenation treatment that combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to improve skin tone and texture, treat...

What are the pros and cons of Infini RF?

ProsIts radiofrequency energy stimulates much more collagen production and remodeling than traditional microneedling alone, while the microneedles...

How much does Infini RF cost?

Your cost will depend on your provider’s level of experience, their office location, the size of the treatment area, and how many sessions you get....

How does Infini RF work?

The handheld Infini RF device has tiny needles that penetrate below the skin's surface (to the dermis layer) to deliver fractional radiofrequency e...

How many Infini treatments are needed?

Doctors on RealSelf recommend a series of three treatments—spaced four to six weeks apart, to align with the rate of cell turnover—for best results...

What happens during an Infini RF treatment?

An Infini RF skin treatment typically takes from 15 minutes to an hour, depending on the size of the treatment area. Your provider starts by applyi...

How long does Infini RF recovery take?

You’ll have some mild redness and swelling for up to three days post-treatment. After that, you should be able to resume your normal skin-care and...

Is Infini dangerous?

The risk of complications or negative side effects is low with the Infini RF treatments, according to doctors on RealSelf. It uses insulated needle...

How long does it take to see Infini results?

You may see some immediate improvement in skin texture and tone, but full results develop over several months and multiple treatments. “Cell turnov...

Is Infini a substitute for a facelift?

RF microneedling treatments like Infini produce some firming, but if you have severe sagging or loose skin, this won't deliver nearly the same firm...

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