PRE APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Before your treatment:
  • You must have had prior treatment or consultation before your appointment.
  • Cease using products that contain Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Retinol A, 24 hours prior to your treatment.
  • Avoid alcohol 24 hours before your treatment.
  • Avoid coffee prior to your treatment as it can heighten your pain receptors. If you wish, you may take 2 Panadol prior to your appointment.
  • Avoid Skin Irritants: Do not have any treatments that may irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks prior (waxing, depilatories, etc.).
  • Do not have any anti-wrinkle injections in the treatment area for 1 week.
  • Do not have any dermal filler injections in the treatment area for a few weeks beforehand – the timing depends on the filler area. Discuss with your injector to get a more accurate timeframe.
  • A history of herpes or cold sores may require an anti-viral prescription prior to treatment (can be obtained from your GP).
  • Avoid sun exposure 2 weeks prior to your treatment. If you are sunburnt, we may not be able to proceed with treatment.

AFTER CARE INFORMATION

After your treatment, you may experience the following:
  • After your treatment, the treated area may feel warm, tingly, itchy, or slightly sensitive for up to 48-72 hours.
  • Note: Redness, swelling, or sensitivity duration varies by patient and treatment aggressiveness.

OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF HOURS

  • Do not cleanse the treated area on the day of treatment. Start on Day 2 with cold water, dabbing or patting lightly with a towel.
  • Do not wear makeup for 48 hours. If needed, use Oxygenetix: a medical-grade foundation that covers redness and promotes healing (RRP $130.00).
  • Do not take hot showers, baths, or saunas for 24 hours.
  • Do not scratch or pick the treated area.

OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF WEEKS

You may experience the following:
  • Do not use your usual skincare; only apply the prescribed lotion.
  • Do not sunbathe or expose yourself to direct sun.
  • Do not use active ingredients 2-5 days before and after treatment.
  • Do not have other treatments in the treated area for 2 weeks.

  • Do use post-care cream 3 times a day for the first 3 days, then daily for the next 4 days.
  • Do apply SPF daily as collagen formation leaves the skin sensitive.

CONTACT THE CLINIC

If you experience any of the following, please text or email the clinic:
  • If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the clinic via Facebook, or Instagram if on the weekends.