Photo Rejuvenation – Pre & Post Treatment Care

Pre & Post Treatment Care

Pre‐Treatment Care

1. Stay out of the sun or solariums for at least two to four weeks before your treatment, and use a daily moisturiser plus sunscreen SPF30+ (sunscreen), applied hourly while you are exposed. Do not use any form of tanning throughout your treatment; this includes accidental sun exposure such as driving and daily activities.

2. Sun exposure before and after will increase the risk of complications or side effects.

3. Do not use self‐tan/spray for one to two weeks before your treatment. The procedure may have to be postponed if you have a tan.

4. Do not wax, pluck or bleach at least two to four weeks before and during your treatment. You may shave between treatments.

5. Please shave the treatment area at least ONE day prior to your appointment.

Post‐Treatment Care

1. Apply a soothing cream to the treated area twice per day for three days.

2. Redness is common for a couple of hours to a couple of days after treatment. The redness is a natural response and usually disappears within a few hours. In some cases it can last longer, but unlikely to last more than two days. Regular application of a daily moisturiser will improve recovery time.

3. Until redness has completely subsided, avoid performing activities that cause excessive perspiration until the area has improved.

4. Avoid swimming pools and spas treated with chemicals or chlorine until the skin returns to its normal condition.

5. You may shower afterwards using luke warm water, but avoid hot showers until the skin returns to its normal skin condition. Wash the treated area gently with mild, unscented soap and pat dry (do not rub).

6. In the unusual case of crusting, swelling of the skin, apply a Soothing Aloe Gel. However, please advise us immediately. Do not pick at these areas, as this may result in infection.

Any questions, please call our friendly staff on (08) 8223 7633 Adelaide or (08) 8235 0401 Findon