Aftercare for Cutera Pearl Treatment?

I just had this done yesterday, and I was told to wash my face with Cepaphil 3 times a day, apply the vinegar soak with a washcloth, and then apply vaseline. That made sense until I tried it. Do I actually rub and completely cleanse the vaseline off every time?

It takes a lot of rubbing to get all that vaseline off. Am I supposed to get it 100% clean or is that irritating my skin too much? Plus, how do I apply the vinegar soak afterwards?

Do I simply soak a washcloth with the vinegar/water solution and then lay it on my face for a minute or two? Please help me understand these specifics. I've searched all over on line and my doctor's office is closed. I don't want to be washing and soaking the wrong way. Thanks so much.

4 answers to “Aftercare for Cutera Pearl Treatment?”

A: Avene post Laser Skin Care works wonders

By William J. Hedden, MD - Birmingham Plastic Surgeon

W have found found the entire Avene line made especially for post-procedure skin or sensitive skin very effective. A majority of our post Pearl and Pearl Fractional patients have used the Avene line vs. Aquaphor and Cetaphil. A week post laser and using the Avene products, patients have much less... more

A: Post operative instructions for Pearl Laser

By Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD - Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

We instruct all of our patients in this manner: Prepare a bowl of water and mix in your vinegar. Put a wash cloth in the bowl. Set bowl aside. Then wash your face with the Cetaphil cleanser, but do not scrub your face. Get as much of the Vaseline off as possible. Then wring out the wash... more

A: Don't rub the skin after Pearl Fractional Laser

By David B. Reath, MD - Knoxville Plastic Surgeon

Pearl Fractional is an excellent treatment that is providing great results for our patients. The after care is critical and our staff spends a lot of time and attention with each patient going over what to expect. Below are our patient instructions for at-home soaking after Pearl Fractional. • Apply a thin... more

A: No rubbing after Pearl

By Mary Lupo, MD - New Orleans Dermatologist

Pearl is an excellent option for hyperpigmented skin and for early photoaging. Because it is ablative, the wounded skin must be kept moist to prevent crusting. Prophylaxis against herpes activation is also important. All this should be explained by your doctor before you leave the office. The doctor likely... more