Pre + Post Care
Prior to the Treatment:
Please submit Client consent form 1 day prior to your scheduled appointment
Discontinue usage of any exfoliating agents (tretinoin, retinol, retin-a, differin, tazorac, avage, EpiDuo, and ziana, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, astringents, etc.) 7 days prior to treatment (consult with a medical physician prior to stopping medications)
Contradictions:
Swelling/Bruising/Cuts/Abrasions/Open Lesions
Waxing, threading or any other form of hair removal for 7 days - men do not shave 24 hours prior
Wait 7 days after your facial laser hair removal treatment to get any facial treatment at Skin Oasis
Isotretinoin (Accutane) *1 year prior to the treatment (consult with medical physician)*
Use of prescription retinoids (Tretinoin, Retin-A etc.) within 7 days
Malignant Skin Tumors
Aggressive exfoliation within 7 days
Botox/Fillers/Injectibles within 2 weeks
Cosmetic Surgery within 8 weeks (must follow physician all clear)
Cancer Therapy (chemotherapy/radiation)
Sunburn/ Extended sun exposure within 10 days
Active Eczema/Dermatitis/ Cold Sores/ Numerous raised lesions
Pregnancy (please advise as treatment may need to be altered)
After Care:
You may experience slight redness and swelling, which should resolve within 24 hours
Apply SPF 50 daily and reapply every 2 hours
Wait 7 days before applying prescription topicals or any products containing any exfoliating agents (retinoic acid, retinol, tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, astringents, etc.) for 4-7 days post treatment.
Wait 7 days after your facial treatment to get laser hair removal on face
Avoid excessive physical activity and sweating for 24 hours
Avoid waxing, threading or any other form of hair removal for 7 days
Avoid hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, tanning bed, chlorinated pools, and direct sun exposure for 48 hours
Avoid make-up 24 hours post treatment
Do not have any other facial treatments for at least 2 weeks after your treatment or until the skin is smooth and back to normal
Do not peel, pick, rub, or scratch your skin
Treatment Interval:
It is recommended to receive facials every 4-6 weeks