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AESTHETIX | Laser Care Tips
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Pre Treatment Instructions
Frequently asked questions
Pre Treatment Instructions for IPL & Hair Removal
Avoid the sun including tanning beds and self-tannersWear Sun protection—SPF 30+Moisturize skin dailyFor Hair Removal—Do not was, thread, use depilatory creams, or use any other method to remove hair in the area to be treated.
Avoid the use of photosensitizing medications such as Retina A or Glycolic AcidVascular TreatmentsAvoid anticoagulants (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, fish oils, vitamin E, etc.)
If you have a history of Herpes Simplex Virus infection, you may want to consider taking an antiviral medication as prescribed by your doctorShave the areas to be treatedIf there is very little hair in the area, please shave and tape a small amount of the hair to a piece of paper for your provider to review.
Inform you doctor if you have changed medications or have had recent sun exposure.Blood vessels (including diffuse redness), rosacea, acneAvoid smoking cigarettes for at least 4-8 hours before treatment as this may constrict the vessels and make treatment less successful.Only apply EMLA or other topical anesthetic if directed by your providerHair Removal and pigmentDo not exercise or go to the gym, spa or sauna immediately before treatment
Post Treatment Instructions
Frequently asked questions
Post Treatment Instructions for IPL & Hair Removal
Apply sunscreen (SPF 30+) to all areas treated and avoid sun exposure
Avoid saunas, strenuous exercise, and any activity that may cause excessive heat to the treatment area for 24 hoursA feeling of itchiness may be noticed; this is perfectly normalDo not apply products that may cause your skin to react negatively for 1-2 weeks (scrubs, exfoliating agents, products with fragrance or perfumes)If possible, avoid using makeup other than sunscreen and moisturizer for 4-8 hours after treatment. Note: treated pigment may become darker following the treatment this is a desired effect and may be covered by makeup.Inform your doctor immediately if there is continued or severe discomfort or any sign of blistering. This is extremely uncommon, but requires immediate attention.
Pigment treatments
Vascular treatmentsThe treated pigment will darken, dry, and slough as the skin renews (7-21+days)Do not scratch or pick at the areasAvoid sun exposure for 1 month after the treatment
Avoid direct sun if possible but if you cannot avoid direct sun exposure, always use sunscreen (30 SPF+) and reapply every 2 hours.
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