For a minimum of 3 days, treat the skin with calendula tincture or salicylic alcohol 4–5 times a day. Cutasept antiseptic may also be used. Once dry, apply baby powder, preferably with zinc. For the first few days, don't use creams, ointments or oils on the area — this type of micro-burn heals only by drying out!
If redness lasts longer than 4 days, continue the recommended care until the marks disappear. On the electrologist's recommendation, after 1–2 weeks you can add Bepanthen, Bepanthen Plus, Panthenol (any form), zinc ointment (e.g. Cutisan), or Baneocin powder or ointment.
Dry-prone skin should be prepared before electrolysis: the day before, take a warm bath and gently exfoliate the treatment area — especially important for shins, knees, thighs, underarms, hands and face.
After electrolysis, skin may become slightly swollen and red — don't worry, this passes within a few hours. If skin is allergy-prone or sensitive, redness may last up to 1–2 days (a rare case).
On sunny days, use sunscreen with SPF 50 or higher if redness from the treatment is still visible and exposed to sun.
Reduce or avoid sugar and alcoholic drinks for 1–2 days before and 2 days after the procedure — high blood sugar slows skin regeneration.
If pigmentation appears, on the electrologist's recommendation you may use lemon juice (no earlier than 1 week after treatment), 3% hydrogen peroxide, or zinc ointment. Sodermix and Contractubex should only be used on the electrologist's instruction, and no earlier than 2 weeks after treatment.