1.
Stay out of the sun for one month before your treatment, and use a
sunblock with a protection factor of 30, applied hourly while you are exposed to
the sun.
2.
Do not use self-tan or solariums for at least one month before your
treatment. The procedure may have to be postponed if you have a tan.
3.
Do not
wax, pluck or bleach at least one month before your treatment.
1.
Apply the supplied skin lotion to the treated area twice a day for at
least 4 days
2.
Redness is common for a couple of hours after treatment. In some cases
redness can last longer, but unlikely to last more than a few days. The redness
is a natural response and you need no be concerned about it. Regular application
of the skin lotion will soothe the skin and dramatically improve recovery time.
3.
Until redness has completely subsided, avoid all of the
following:
·
Applying make-up over the treated areas.
·
Use of scented lotions or soaps, exfoliants, creams
(Retin-A and AHA) loofa sponges and aggressive scrubbing
·
Hot or cold water – use tepid water
·
Shaving
·
Swimming pools and spas with multiple
chemicals/chlorine
·
Activities that cause excessive
perspiration
4.
In the unusual case of crusting of the skin , contact
the skin clinic for a free follow up appointment.. Do not pick at these areas,
as this may result in infection or scarring.
5.
In
the rare case of infection, a course of antibiotics or antibiotic ointment is
recommended. You would be seen free at The Skin Clinic if you had any concerns.
6.
In
the rare case of swelling, use of a steroid cream is recommended. Once again if
you had any concerns you would be seen free at The Skin Clinic.
7.
Strictly
avoid any sun exposure for at least one week after the procedure, as this area
will be more prone to sunburn and pigmentation change. Keep the area covered and
use a sunblock with a protection of 30, applied hourly while you are exposed.
8.
For
a period of up to four weeks after treatment, the hair in the treated area may
have the appearance of stubble. This in not new hair growth, but rather the
remnants of treated hairs being expelled from the pulsed light-damaged follicle.
Allow this hair to fall away from the skin by gently rubbing with a warm, wet
washcloth.
