Same Day:

• Use a cold compress for 10 minutes at a time, a few times per hour, to minimize swelling or discomfort. Always place a clean paper towel or gauze between your skin and the cold pack.

• Avoid strenuous exercise and high-heat environments for the next 48 hours.

• Evening routine: Use a gentle cleanser and gentle moisturizer (from a pump—do not use anything that has been previously contaminated with your fingers).

• Change your pillowcase tonight.

• You may take ibuprofen or Tylenol if needed.

• Eating fresh pineapple can help with bruising.

• Avoid alcohol.

Day 1:

• AM: Gentle cleanser, gentle moisturizer, mineral sunscreen (pump only).

• PM: Gentle cleanser, gentle moisturizer.

Day 2:

• AM: Gentle cleanser, moisturizer, mineral sunscreen. Optional: brand new concealer on bruises.

• PM: Resume retinol.

Day 3:

• Resume normal skincare and activities.