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Your under eyes protocol
Step-by-step instructions for the Micro-Infusion System 2.0 for under eyes. You treat the under-eye crescent below the orbital bone, twice a week, in the evening.
Watch the full routine
Start here, then use the steps below as your reference
At a glance
Everything you need to remember
What is in your serum
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-5 targets the look of puffiness, copper peptides support collagen to smooth fine lines, and Chrysin Complex helps brighten the look of dark circles.
Preparation
3-5 minutes
Cleanse your face
Wash with a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser. Remove all makeup, sunscreen and oil, then pat completely dry with a clean towel.
Makeup, oil and water sit between the needles and your skin. Clean, dry skin lets the serum travel through the micro-channels instead of staying on the surface.
Wait 5-10 minutes after cleansing so your skin is fully dry. Damp skin dilutes the serum.
Sanitize your hands
Wash your hands with soap and water, or use a 70% isopropyl alcohol sanitizer. Let them dry before you touch the device, serum or face.
Check your skin
✓ Okay to treat
- Clean, healthy skin
- Fine lines and crepey texture
- Healed marks
✗ Do not treat today
- Active breakouts
- Cuts or open wounds
- Sunburned or irritated skin
- Active eczema, psoriasis or rosacea
Setup
2-3 minutes
Prepare your needle head
New needle head: it arrives pre-sterilized and ready to use. Attach it without touching the needle tips.
Reused needle head: one head lasts your 8 sessions for the month, as long as you sanitized it with alcohol after your last session (see needle head care).
Never touch the needle tips. Handle the head by its plastic base only.
Load the serum
Remove the needle head
Twist the needle head off the applicator bottle and set it on a clean surface, needles up.
Add serum
Use the dropper to add 0.5 mL of serum into the applicator bottle. The dropper has measurement lines to help you dose accurately.
Reattach the needle head
Twist the head back on until finger-tight. Do not over-tighten.
Each 4 mL bottle gives about 8 sessions at 0.5 mL each, which is one month at 2 sessions a week. Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
Prime the system
Inside the needle head is a small center valve. It needs a moment to open before serum flows.
Tap method (recommended)
With the cap on, turn the applicator upside down and tap the whole device firmly on a flat surface 2-3 times. Remove the cap and start stamping.
Stamp method
Just begin stamping. The first 2-3 stamps may feel dry, which is normal. The valve opens and serum starts to flow.
- Re-cap, turn it upside down and tap firmly on a flat surface a few more times
- Loosen the needle head slightly, then re-tighten it to release trapped air
- Tilt the device so the serum stays at the needle end while you stamp
Treatment Application
About 2 minutes
The under-eye area is the most delicate skin on the face. Follow this protocol exactly and stay well below the lash line.
Your treatment area
✓ Treat here
- Under-eye crescent, below the orbital bone
- Upper cheek just below the crescent
- Outer orbital rim (crow's feet area)
✗ Never treat
- Any eyelid skin
- Closer than 5-7 mm to the lower lash line
- Inner corner near the tear duct
Stay at least 5-7 mm below the lower lash line at all times, about the width of a pencil. If in doubt, go lower.
Technique
Position
Look up toward the ceiling so the under-eye skin is smooth and still. Hold the device flat and perpendicular to the skin.
Stamp
- Coverage: Work across the under-eye crescent from the inner corner (staying clear of the tear duct) out to the outer corner.
- Stamps: about 15 light stamps per side (30 total) per pass
- Overlap: overlap each stamp by roughly half the previous one
- Pressure: very light, just enough to feel contact. It should never hurt
- Passes: 1 pass for your first 4-6 weeks. Move to 2 only if your skin is comfortable
- Motion: press straight down and lift completely. Never drag, twist or roll
Under-eye skin is extremely thin. One pass is often enough, and extra passes add irritation without adding results.
Finish
Gently pat any serum left on the treated area with clean fingertips, or leave it to absorb on its own. Do not rub or massage the treated area.
Serum left in the applicator can be massaged into untreated areas like your cheeks or forehead.
Leave it on: no rinsing for 8-12 hours (4 hours minimum). Avoid touching the area for 24 hours.
Most people see visible change in 4-8 weeks. Results build with every session, so the schedule matters more than any single session.
Aftercare
Protect your results
Aftercare timeline
Your schedule
| Week | Sessions | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | 1 | Check how your skin responds |
| Week 2 onward | 2 per week | Space them 3-4 days apart, for example Monday and Thursday |
Treat in the evening so the serum can absorb overnight. Always leave at least 3 days between sessions, and never treat on back-to-back days.
What to expect
Consistency beats intensity. Gentle sessions twice a week outperform aggressive sessions once in a while.
Needle head care
One head lasts your month
How long a needle head lasts
One needle head lasts your full month of 8 sessions (2 a week for 4 weeks), as long as you sanitize it with alcohol after every session. Extra heads are optional, for anyone who prefers a fresh head more often.
How to sanitize after every session
- Rinse the needle head under warm running water right after use
- Soak it in 70% isopropyl alcohol for 10 minutes
- Shake off the excess
- Air dry with the needles facing up on a clean surface
- Store it somewhere clean and dry, away from bathroom humidity
Replace it right away if
- The needles feel dull or tug on your skin
- The head was dropped
- You see bending, damage, rust or discoloration
- Treatment feels more uncomfortable than usual
- You have completed 8 sessions
- Share a needle head with anyone
- Use a head that fell on the floor
- Skip sanitizing between sessions
- Touch the needle tips
Safety
Read before your first session
Do not use if you have
- Active acne, cysts or pustules in the treatment area
- Open wounds, cuts or abrasions
- Sunburn or irritated skin
- Active cold sores
- Eczema, psoriasis or rosacea flare-ups in the treatment area
- Recent Botox (wait 2 weeks) or fillers (wait 4 weeks) in the area
- Current Accutane use, or use in the past 6 months
- A history of keloid scarring (ask your dermatologist first)
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding (ask your doctor first)
Normal vs. concerning
| Normal | Stop and see a doctor |
|---|---|
| Mild redness for 30-60 minutes | Redness lasting more than 24 hours |
| Slight warmth or tingling | Severe pain or burning |
| Temporary tightness | Swelling that keeps increasing |
| Slight dryness the next day | Signs of infection (pus, spreading redness) |
| Any change in your vision or eye irritation |
Frequently asked questions
Need help?
Our team is here to guide your journey
support@botaniqueparis.comBotanique Paris® Micro-Infusion System is a cosmetic device for appearance-based improvement. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you have medical concerns or a skin condition, consult your dermatologist or physician before use.