Exosomes

What is Exosome Treatment?

Exosomes are regenerative topical treatment add-ons used to support post-procedure recovery and skin rejuvenation as well as stimulate hair growth.

Exosomes may be used after treatments such as microneedling or laser when appropriate. For some hair restoration treatments, they may be injected based on provider recommendation and treatment plan.

How Does It Work?

Exosomes contain signaling molecules that help support cellular communication, calm the skin, and enhance the appearance of recovery after certain aesthetic treatments.

When applied after a controlled procedure, exosomes are intended to support the skin during the recovery process. They do not replace required aftercare, sun protection, or the healing timeline associated with the primary treatment.

Pre-Treatment Instructions

Follow the pre-treatment instructions for the primary procedure you are receiving, such as microneedling, laser, or hair restoration treatment.
Tell your provider about all medications, supplements, allergies, medical conditions, recent procedures, and changes in your health.
Inform your provider if you have known allergy or sensitivity to any product component.
Notify your provider if you have active infection, open wounds unrelated to a controlled procedure, cold sores, severe irritation, or a rash in the treatment area.
Arrive with clean skin and avoid makeup, lotion, or styling products on the treatment area if instructed by your provider.
Ask questions before treatment if any instruction is unclear.

What to Expect During Treatment

Exosomes are often applied after treatments such as microneedling or laser when appropriate. For some hair restoration treatments they may be injected.
Application is usually comfortable and may feel cooling or soothing.
The treatment area may already be red or sensitive from the paired procedure.
Exosomes are intended to support recovery and skin rejuvenation but do not replace required aftercare.
If injected for hair restoration, you may feel brief pinching, pressure, or tenderness in the treatment area.

Post-Treatment Care and Expectations

Follow the aftercare for the primary procedure you received.
Avoid washing the treated area for the time recommended by your provider.
Use only approved post-procedure products until cleared.
The treatment area may feel red, sensitive, tight, dry, itchy, or irritated depending on the paired procedure.
Results and recovery vary based on the primary procedure, skin condition, treatment area, product used, and individual healing response.

What to Avoid

Avoid active skincare, heat, sun exposure, makeup, and exercise as directed.
Do not wash, scrub, pick, exfoliate, or apply unapproved products to the treated area until cleared by your provider.
Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids, scrubs, and harsh products during the restricted healing period.
Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning while the skin is healing.
Do not ignore worsening pain, swelling, drainage, rash, hives, fever, or signs of infection.

Skin Care

Follow the skincare instructions for the primary procedure you received.
Use gentle cleanser, moisturizer, and approved post-procedure products only until cleared by your provider.
Avoid active ingredients such as retinoids, exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide, scrubs, and harsh products until cleared.
Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher once your provider says it is appropriate.
Once healed, your provider may recommend a pharmaceutical-grade skincare regimen to support and maintain results.

Additional Recommendations

Plan your treatment timing around social events, workouts, travel, sun exposure, or activities that may interfere with healing restrictions.
Take photos as recommended so your provider can monitor progress over time.
If you are receiving exosomes for hair restoration support, follow all scalp-care instructions and avoid washing, styling products, hats, or heat tools for the period recommended by your provider.
Continue healthy skin habits, hydration, sun protection, and follow-up care to support your results.

Integrative Therapy Options

A Haus Ritual Facial or Hydrafacial may be recommended once the skin is fully healed and cleared by your provider.
LED Light Therapy may be recommended to support post-procedure calming and recovery when appropriate.
PRP may be discussed as a complementary regenerative option for skin rejuvenation or hair restoration when clinically appropriate.
Lymphatic Drainage / Ballancer Pro may be considered for general wellness or recovery support when appropriate and not contraindicated.
Your provider may recommend a personalized pharmaceutical-grade skincare regimen to support treatment outcomes.

Risks and Possible Side Effects

While Exosomes is generally well tolerated when performed by qualified providers, side effects may include but are not limited to:

Temporary redness, sensitivity, itching, dryness, or irritation.
Allergic-type reaction or product sensitivity, rarely.
Injection-site tenderness, bruising, swelling, bleeding, or irritation if injected.
Infection risk may relate to the paired procedure if aftercare is not followed.
Regenerative or exosome-based products may not be FDA-approved for cosmetic or medical claims, long-term effects, and outcomes may vary.
Results vary and cannot be guaranteed.

When to Contact Your Provider

Please call our office promptly if you experience:

Excessive pain not relieved by provider-approved over-the-counter medications.
Signs of infection such as increasing redness, warmth, swelling, drainage, pus, odor, or fever.
Severe or worsening swelling, blistering, crusting, discoloration, rash, hives, or open areas.
Persistent itching, burning, irritation, or product sensitivity that worsens instead of improves.
Any other concerning or unexpected symptoms following treatment.

Seek Immediate or Emergency Care If

You experience allergic-type symptoms such as hives, difficulty breathing, wheezing, chest tightness, or swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat.
You develop severe swelling of the face, eyes, mouth, or throat.
You experience chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, confusion, or feel acutely unwell.
You develop a rapidly spreading rash, severe pain, high fever, or signs of a serious infection.

Follow-Up Care

Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments so your provider can monitor healing and assess your results.
Discuss additional treatments, maintenance plans, or alternative options with your provider if needed.
Repeat treatments or maintenance may be recommended depending on the primary procedure, treatment goals, hair restoration plan, skin condition, and provider guidance.
Contact the office before resuming active skincare, makeup, exercise, heat exposure, or additional procedures if you are unsure.

FAQ

Q: Are exosomes a stand-alone treatment?

A: Exosomes are often used as a regenerative add-on after procedures such as microneedling or laser. Your provider will recommend whether they are appropriate as part of your treatment plan.

Q: Will exosomes replace my post-procedure aftercare?

A: No. Exosomes are intended to support recovery and skin rejuvenation, but they do not replace required aftercare, gentle skincare, sun protection, or provider instructions.

Q: When will I see results?

A: Results vary. Some patients notice improved comfort, hydration, or radiance during recovery, while collagen support and rejuvenation-related changes may take longer and depend on the primary procedure.

Q: Can exosomes be used for hair restoration?

A: Exosomes may be used for hair restoration support when appropriate. Your provider will determine whether topical application or injection is recommended for your goals.

Q: Are results guaranteed?

A: No. Results vary individually and cannot be guaranteed.

Summary

Exosomes can be a helpful treatment option when performed for the right candidate with proper preparation, realistic expectations, and appropriate follow-up care.

If you have any questions or concerns before or after your treatment, please contact our office.

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