Laser Pre & Post Treatment Care
When having any laser or IPL treatment, it is SUPER important that you are taking the time to follow the pre and post treatment care and advice. If you don't it could lead to severe consequences such as:
- Burns or injuries
- Scarring or pigmentation
- Refusal of service
- Poor results from treatment
It is also important to remember that your skin concerns may worsen before they improve, particularly with acne, thread veins and pigmentation. This is usually completely normal, but if you do have concerns, please don't hesitate to contact the clinic.
Pre-Treatment
4 Weeks+ Before
1-2 Weeks Before
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Complete courses of acne medications such as roaccutane, accutane and other isotretinoins 6-12 months prior to treatment (with advice of GP or dermatologist)
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No fillers in the area for 4 weeks prior to treatment
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Absolutely NO sun exposure or false tan. Tan = No Treatment
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No botox or other aesthetic skincare for 2 weeks before or after treatment
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No hair removal from the follicle (wax, thread etc) for 2 weeks prior to treatment & for the duration of a course of hair removal sessions
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Cease use of skincare actives (retinol, AHAs, BHAs) on the treatment area
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Cease or limit use of photosensitising medications (with advice from GP) to prevent reaction from use of laser light
Day Before & Day Of
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Shave 24 hours before hair removal treatments. Unshaven = No Treatment
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Arrive with clean skin, free of makeup and products including deodorant and perfume
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Take your usual anti-viral medication 24 hours before (as advised by GP/pharmacist) if you normally suffer with coldsores. Active coldsores cannot be treated.
Post-Treatment
Day Of & Day After
1-2 Weeks After
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Only apply the suggested post-treatment products such as aloe and SPF
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Avoid tight clothing on the area
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No excessive heat including steam, saunas, hot showers or exercise
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Absolutely NO sun exposure (protected or unprotected)
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Do not apply makeup for 24 hours or until any irritation subsides
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Careful sun exposure may resume after 2 weeks, with SPF 30+, if no further treatments are booked within 2 weeks
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Gentle exfoliation may resume
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Beauty and aesthetic procedures may resume after 2 weeks
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False tanning may resume after 2 weeks, but not during a course of treatments
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