Supplies You Will Need for Wound Care
- A fresh bottle of hypochlorous acid to ensure its potency. We recommend Magic Molecule or SkinSmart Wound Therapy.
- Vaseline Original Petroleum Jelly (plain only — no cocoa butter, aloe, or scented versions).
- Cotton-tipped applicators.
- A gentle facial cleanser such as Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser.
Wound Care
- For the first week after your procedure: Wash your face with a gentle facial cleanser such as Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser.
- Spray the area with hypochlorous acid, let it dry for 60 seconds, then apply Vaseline to the shave excision site with a cotton-tipped applicator. Cover the wound with a bandage (e.g., a Band-Aid) to protect the shave excision site from sun exposure.
- Spray with hypochlorous acid and apply Vaseline 3–4 times a day.
Activity
- Shower after 24 hours; avoid direct spray to the wound.
- Avoid pools, hot tubs, and the ocean for 4 weeks.
- Avoid strenuous activity for 2–3 days.
Medications
- Tylenol (Acetaminophen) for discomfort as directed.
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, fish oil, vitamin E, and alcohol for 72 hours — these can prolong oozing.
Nicotine
- Avoid all nicotine (cigarettes, vaping, patches, gum) for 2 weeks before the procedure and do not resume nicotine until 2 weeks after your procedure. Nicotine slows healing and worsens the final scar.
Sun Protection
- Keep the wound covered and protected from the sun for the first 2 weeks. Do not apply sunscreen for the first 2 weeks.
- After 2 weeks, apply a broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily for 6–12 months to prevent a darkened scar.
Scar Care (1 month and Beyond)
- Silicone gel: Begin 1 month post procedure. Apply daily for 8–12 weeks.
- Scar massage: Begin at 1 month after your procedure. Gentle circular pressure for 2–3 minutes, 2–3 times daily.
- Daily SPF: Continue broad spectrum sunscreen SPF 30+ for 6–12 months (see above).
- In-office treatments: Ask about laser, steroid injection, or other refinement options if the scar becomes raised, red, or thickened.
Questions or Concerns?
Please do not hesitate to contact our office at 949.650.8882 (Newport Beach) or 310.467.2180 (Beverly Hills) during business hours. For life-threatening symptoms, always call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room first.
Healing is a gradual process. We are here to guide you every step of the way.
