Aftercare Following Lifting (Volnewmer, Shurink Universe)
This treatment delivers heat energy deep into the skin to promote collagen regeneration and tissue contraction. Please follow the instructions below to achieve the best contours.
🧼 Cleansing and Makeup
You may wash your face and apply makeup immediately on the day of treatment. To maintain the heat energy delivered into the skin, we recommend washing gently with lukewarm rather than cold water. Do not rub the treated area hard; use lukewarm water and foam to cleanse gently with a patting motion.
☀️ Sun Protection and Skin Care
Minimize UV exposure while the tissue contracts and the dermis regenerates after laser energy is delivered deep into the skin. Indoor light can also damage irritated skin even if you do not go outdoors. Apply sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher thoroughly every morning, and reapply it periodically during outdoor activities.
💧 Moisturizing and Lukewarm Cleansing (Maintaining Internal Warmth)
Temporary dryness or slight swelling may occur after treatment, so apply more moisturizer and recovery cream than usual to protect the skin barrier. In particular, the warmth generated inside the skin after treatment promotes collagen regeneration. For at least 3 days, avoid washing with very cold water or using cooling packs; wash with lukewarm water instead.
🚫 Avoid Irritating Care (Massage Precautions)
For at least 1 week after treatment, you must avoid deep-pressure facial massage or rubbing your skin hard. Direct physical irritation while the lifted SMAS layer and target tissues settle can reduce the treatment effect.
🚫 Heat Exposure and Daily Precautions
For 1 week after treatment, avoid activities that raise your body temperature, including saunas, heated spas, half-body baths, strenuous exercise, alcohol and smoking. Excessive heat may worsen swelling in the treated area or cause inflammation in the irritated tissue, so follow these precautions for a stable recovery.
💡 Expected Reactions and What to Do
For several days after treatment, you may feel throbbing soreness, slight swelling or temporary tingling on the skin's surface. These are normal responses to radiofrequency or ultrasound energy reaching the deeper tissue, including the SMAS layer. They usually disappear naturally within 1–2 weeks. If pain or swelling becomes severe, contact the clinic immediately.
