In this quick episode, I’m sharing my honest 24 hour post treatment update after combining SkinPen on the face and neck with CO2 laser on the eyelids. I talk through how the procedure went, what my skin looks and feels like today, and what I’m doing over the next seven days to support healing and protect my results.

I also walk you through the post care products I’m using right now, including skin protectants like Curad, Aquaphor, and CeraVe, along with supportive skincare from Epicutis and Hydrinity. I share why I’m keeping things simple, gentle, and barrier focused during recovery, and how I’m approaching the healing process day by day.

If you’ve ever been curious about combining these treatments, wondering what recovery actually looks like in real life, or trying to figure out what products are appropriate after laser and microneedling, this episode gives you a practical behind the scenes look at the first 24 hours and the plan for the week ahead.

Website: www.luxeliftpllc.com
Book an appointment: luxelift.janeapp.com
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Luxe Lift Instagram: @luxelift_danville
Bobbi’s Instagram and TikTok: @bobbithenp_luxelift
Podcast Instagram: @aestheticallyawkwardpodcast
Email: customersupport@luxeliftpllc.com

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice.

Bobbi discusses her frustrations with treating and managing her own melasma and discusses how she addresses it in clinic with patients. Melasma is chronic, reactive, and heavily influenced by hormones, heat, light exposure, and inflammation. She explains the difference between superficial and deeper pigment, who is most at risk, and the internal and external triggers that make melasma worse. This episode also walks through realistic treatment strategies, including skincare, prescription options, and in-office procedures like lasers, peels, and microneedling. Most importantly, Bobbi explains why melasma can be controlled but not cured, and how shifting that mindset leads to better long-term results.

Website: www.luxeliftpllc.com
Book an appointment: luxelift.janeapp.com
All links in one place: linktr.ee/luxelift

Luxe Lift Instagram: @luxelift_danville
Bobbi’s Instagram and TikTok: @bobbithenp_luxelift
Podcast Instagram: @aestheticallyawkwardpodcast

Email: customersupport@luxeliftpllc.com

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult your own healthcare provider before making any decisions in your personal health journey.

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Not all microneedling is created equal—and the device, provider training, and protocols behind your treatment matter more than most people realize. In this episode, Bobbi breaks down the real differences in microneedling devices, shares concerns about unsafe practices seen in the industry, and explains why Luxe Lift transitioned from Candela Exceed to SkinPen Elite. This conversation covers FDA indications, manufacturer support, patient safety, device performance, and how this upgrade enhances both results and patient experience.

Website: www.luxeliftpllc.com
Book an appointment: luxelift.janeapp.com
All links in one place: linktr.ee/luxelift

Luxe Lift Instagram: @luxelift_danville
Bobbi’s Instagram and TikTok: @bobbithenp_luxelift
Podcast Instagram: @aestheticallyawkwardpodcast

Email: customersupport@luxeliftpllc.com

This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not medical advice. Please consult your own healthcare provider before making any decisions in your personal health journey.

Microneedling safety and why not all devices are the same
Risks of non-FDA cleared devices and poorly trained providers
FDA indications for SkinPen and Candela Exceed
Why manufacturer support, training, and consumables matter
Candela’s transition of Exceed to Toskani and its impact on clinics
SkinPen Elite technology, ergonomics, and safety features
Importance of cartridge lockout systems and single-use protocols
Differences in needle configuration and treatment efficiency
Revance partnership, patient rebates, and treatment bundling
Why Luxe Lift upgraded to SkinPen Elite

FDA clearance data for microneedling devices (SkinPen and Candela Exceed)
Manufacturer resources from SkinPen and Candela
Clinical practice standards for microneedling safety and infection prevention