Fibroblast Aftercare Guide

Fibroblast, also known as Plasma Fibroblast Skin Tightening, is a non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatment that uses plasma energy to create tiny micro-traumas on the surface of the skin. This stimulates the body’s natural healing response, encouraging collagen and elastin production to tighten, lift and improve skin texture. Fibroblast is commonly used to treat the upper and lower eyelids, crow’s feet, forehead, neck, smoker’s lines and areas of skin laxity. Following treatment, small carbon crusts (often referred to as dots) will form as part of the normal healing process and should be allowed to fall away naturally. Following the correct aftercare is essential to reduce the risk of infection, pigmentation and scarring while achieving the best possible results.

What to expect

• Redness, swelling and tenderness are normal for the first few days.

• Small brown carbon crusts will develop over the treated area within the first 24 hours.

• Swelling is often most noticeable during the first 48 hours, particularly around the eyes.

• The crusts will naturally fall away within approximately 5–10 days.

• Skin may appear pink for several weeks while new skin develops.

• Final skin tightening and collagen remodelling continues over the following 8–12 weeks.

First 24 hours

• Keep the treated area completely clean and dry unless advised otherwise by your practitioner.

• Do not touch, rub, scratch or pick the carbon crusts.

• Avoid applying makeup until the skin has fully healed.

• Avoid strenuous exercise for at least 48 hours.

• Avoid saunas, steam rooms, swimming pools and hot baths until the skin has healed.

• Sleep on your back with your head elevated to help minimise swelling.

• Apply only the aftercare products recommended by your practitioner.

For the next 2 weeks

• Allow the carbon crusts to fall away naturally—never pick or remove them.

• Avoid direct sun exposure and wear a broad-spectrum SPF 50 once the skin has healed.

• Avoid active skincare products including retinol, exfoliating acids and scrubs until advised.

• Avoid facial treatments, laser procedures and chemical peels until the skin has completely recovered.

• Keep the treated area well moisturised using only products recommended by your practitioner.

Area-specific aftercare

• If your eyelids have been treated, expect more noticeable swelling for the first 48 hours and use cool compresses around (not directly on) the treated area if advised.

• If your mouth area has been treated, avoid stretching the skin excessively when eating or yawning during the first few days.

• If your neck has been treated, avoid clothing that rubs against the healing skin.

• Do not shave directly over the treated area until the skin has fully healed.

What’s normal after Fibroblast?

• Swelling and redness.

• Small brown carbon crusts.

• Mild itching as the skin heals.

• Pink, fresh skin once the crusts have naturally detached.

• Gradual skin tightening over the following weeks as collagen production increases.

When to contact us

Please contact AJM Aesthetics if you experience:

• Increasing pain, heat or spreading redness.

• Yellow discharge or signs of infection.

• Excessive swelling that worsens after the first few days.

• Bleeding that does not stop.

• Any symptoms that concern you or appear unusual during healing.

FAQs

Can I wear makeup?

No. Avoid makeup until all carbon crusts have naturally fallen away and the skin has fully healed.

Can I exercise?

Avoid strenuous exercise for at least 48 hours and until swelling has significantly reduced.

Can I wash my face?

Follow the cleansing instructions provided by your practitioner and avoid soaking or rubbing the treated area while the carbon crusts are present.

When will I see the final result?

Initial improvements become visible once healing is complete, with collagen production continuing for up to 12 weeks and skin tightening improving during this time.

Do I need a review?

Yes. Your practitioner may recommend a review appointment to assess healing and determine whether further treatment is required to achieve your desired result.