FRAXEL Resurfacing

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Pre-treatment Preparation

Accutane 6 months prior to treatment
Use of Retinoic Acid products 2 weeks prior to treatment
Exfoliant, Glycolic acid, Benzyl peroxide or any other skin irritants one week, prior to treatment
Sun exposure or the use of tanning beds and self-tanners for at least 4-8 weeks, prior and/or between Laser treatments (dependant on skin type)
Use of exfoliants, glycolic acid, peels, benzoyl peroxide, microdermabrasions, or any other skin irritants, 2 weeks prior to treatment (notify treating practitioner if these kinds of treatments have been performed within 3 weeks prior to treatment)
Strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to the clinical treatment.
Avoid alcohol 48 hours prior to treatment
All new medications, skin diseases, viruses, infections, cold sores, eczema or allergies to your treating Aesthetician
Report any changes/updates to your medical health history
Advise Aesthetician if there is a chance you may be pregnant
All medication taken within 2-3 weeks of the treatment
If the skin is red, irritated or sunburned, the IPL treatment must be rescheduled.
HOT AND HUMID WEATHER CONDITIONS CAN AGGRAVATE SKIN IN THE PERIOD IMMEDIATELY BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT.

Avoid direct sunlight or tanning beds for at least 2 weeks after a treatment.
Touching, rubbing, peeling or picking of the skin in treatment area, as this may cause hyper/hypo pigmentation, scarring or infection.
For 1 week, avoid hot baths, showers, hot tubs and saunas.
Any additional heat post treatment, for a period of 48 hours
If there are scabs or blisters, make-up should not be used for 4-5 days
For at least three weeks post Laser, do not use harsh topical exfoliations, glycolic acid, benzyl peroxide, acne creams etc.
Strenuous exercise for 48 hours following clinical treatment
Alcohol 48 hours post 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, a hat to protect facial areas
Gently apply pure Aloe Vera gel or antibiotic ointment to the treated area, twice daily until healed and dry
A “cold pack” may be placed over the treated area to reduce swelling and/or discomfort for the first 2-3 days. Discomfort is usually minimal but pain medication can also be taken for pain and swelling if required