Acne Laser Treatment

TREATMENT FOR:

  • Acne Breakouts

  • Reduction of Acne Breakouts

DOWNTIME: NONE

IRRITATION: NONE/MINIMAL

Pre-treatment Preparation

  • Accutane 6 months prior to treatment

    Use of Retinoic Acid products 2 weeks prior to treatment

    Bleaching creams for 48 hours prior to treatment and perfumed products (eg. Aromatherapy oils/Essential oils) for 48 hours before treatment

  • Sun exposure, or the use of tanning beds for at least 1 weeks, prior and/or in between RF treatments

    Use of Exfoliants, glycolic acid, peels, benzoyl peroxide, microdermabrasions, or any other skin irritants, 1 week prior to treatment

    Strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to the clinical treatment.

  • All new medications, skin diseases, viruses, infections, cold sores, eczema or allergies to treating Aesthetician

    Report all medication taken within 1 week of the treatment

    Advise Aesthetician if there is a chance you may be pregnant

    Advise your Aesthetician if any new metal implants, or any other aesthetic implants and/or fillers of any kind, have been placed in the treatment area.

  • If the skin is red, irritated or sunburned, the treatment must be rescheduled.

  • HOT AND HUMID WEATHER CONDITIONS CAN AGGRAVATE SKIN IN THE PERIOD IMMEDIATELY BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT.

Post-Treatment Care

  • Direct sunlight for 48 hours after a treatment.

    Touching, rubbing, peeling or picking of the skin in treatment area, as this may cause hyper/hypo pigmentation, scarring or infection.

    Swimming in strong chlorinated water 24 hours after an IPL session.

    If there are scabs or blisters, make-up should not be used for 3-4 days

    Hot baths, showers, hot tubs and saunas 48 hours post treatment.

  • Harsh topical exfoliations, glycolic acid, benzyl peroxide, acne creams etc. for at least two weeks post Skin Rejuvenation / Vascular/Pigmentation treatment/ Acne 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.

    You should also resume a non-strenuous regular exercise program, but please don’t over excerpt yourself for 48 hours post treatment. A 45 minute leisurely walk is highly recommended!!

    Gently apply Aloe Vera gel to sooth the treated area, keep it well hydrated and nourished

    Drink lots of water immediately post treatment (1 Litre), and regularly 8 – 12 glasses of water daily

    It is highly encouraged to explore a healthy diet program that suits your personal health and weight goal interests