SKIN REJUVENATION AND VASCULAR/PIGMENTATION TREATMENT
Client Compliance Pre-Treatment:
- Discontinue Accutane 6 months prior to treatment
- 2Discontinue use of Retinoic Acid products 2 weeks to treatment
- Avoid sun exposure or the use of tanning beds and self-tanners for at least four to eight weeks, prior and/or between IPL treatments (dependant on skin type)
- Report all skin diseases, viruses, infections, cold sores, eczema or allergies
- Do not exfoliate, use glycolic acid, benzyl peroxide or any other skin irritants for one week prior to treatment
- Discontinue using bleaching rears for 2 weeks prior to treatment and perfumed products (eg. Aromatherapy oils/Essential oils) for 48 hours before treatment
- Avoid Microdermabrasion's or peels for two weeks prior to treatment
- If the skin is red, irritated or sunburned, the IPL treatment must be rescheduled,
- Report all medication taken within 2 weeks of the treatment
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to the clinical treatment.
- Avoid swimming in strong chlorinated water immediately before an IPL treatment.
Client Compliance Post Treatment:
- Avoid direct sunlight, tanning beds or self-tanners for at least 2-3 weeks after a treatment. Apply Sun Protective Cream of SPF 50+, 15 minutes prior to sun exposure and 15 minutes afterwards. Keep reapplying as needed throughout the day.
- Consider using protective cotton gloves for driving, or a hat to protect facial areas
- If there are scabs or blisters, make-up should not be used for 3-4 days
- For at least two weeks post Skin Rejuvenation/Vascular/Pigmentation treatment, do not use: harsh topical exfoliations, glycolic acid, benzyl peroxide, acne creams etc.
- Avoid touching, rubbing, peeling or picking of the skin, as this may cause hyper/hypo-pigmentation, scaring or infection.
- Gently apply pure Aloe Vera gel or antibiotic ointment, to the treated area twice daily until healed and dry
- For 1 week, avoid hot baths, showers, hot tubs and saunas. When showering and washing, gently pat dry and do not rub
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 - 48 hours following clinical treatment.
- Avoid strong chlorinated water for 24 hours post IPL treatment.
HOT AND HUMID WEATHER CONDITIONS CAN AGGRAVATE SKIN IN THE PERIOD