PRE & POST TREATMENT INFORMATION

Laser Hair Removal

Pre Treatment Care

It is important that before receiving Laser/IPL Treatment, you follow the recommended Pre Treatment Advice for 30 days prior to the treatment.

• No sun exposure, sun beds or self tan products on the treatment area for 30 days pre and post treatments.
• If you have a tan we cannot treat you. This includes self tan and sun beds. Tanning creams must be discontinued 2 weeks prior to the treatment and completely removed from the area(s) being treated.
• SPF 30+ must be worn on all exposed treatment areas for 30 days pre and post treatments and all throughout the treatment course.
• Do not wax, pluck or thread hair from the treatment area Do not have electrolysis on the area
• Do not use depilatory (hair removal) creams on the treatment area Do not bleach on the treatment area
• Please shave the area to be treated 24 hours before your treatment.
• The area to be treated should be free from perfume, make up, deodorant and face/body creams.

During the consultation we will discuss your medical history, but we rely on you to inform us of any changes to this. We need to be made aware if there are any changes to your health or if you are taking any medication including those bought from a chemist or herbalist before every treatment.

Post Treatment Care

• After any Laser/IPL treatment, it is common for the area to feel slightly warm and can also appear red with some tenderness and localised swelling. These symptoms may appear immediately or a few days after your treatment.
• The use of 100% Aloe Vera gel is recommended directly after the treatment and for a further few days if necessary.
• A cold compress can be applied if the area feels hot or uncomfortable
• SPF 30+ should be applied to all exposed treatment areas for 4 weeks after treatment. Excessive UV exposure can cause hypo or hyper pigmentation of the skin.
• For the next 48 hours after all treatments
• Avoid excessive heat to the treatment area such as hot baths/showers, steam rooms, jacuzzis. This will also include strenuous exercise.
• Avoid excessive scrubbing or applying pressure to the skin for 4-5 days. This is to allow the treated skin to recover and to prevent any infection.
• Avoid shaving the treated area for 72 hours after treatment. Avoid anything that involves chlorine (e.g. swimming) for 48 hours.
• For facial treatments, please avoid putting make-up on the treated area for at least 48 hours.
• Do not use any perfumed products for 48 hours.
• An exfoliating glove can be used to gently exfoliate the treatment area 5 days after your appointment, to encourage the hairs to shed.
• Do not wax, pluck and thread or use bleaching creams on the treatment area for the complete duration of the treatment course.

Laser Tattoo Removal

Pre Treatment Care

It is important that before receiving Laser/IPL Treatment, you follow the recommended Pre Treatment Advice for 30 days prior to the treatment.

• No sun exposure, sun beds or self tan products on the treatment area for 30 days pre and post treatments.
• If you have a tan we cannot treat you. This includes self tan and sun beds. Tanning creams must be discontinued 2 weeks prior to the treatment and completely removed from the area(s) being treated.
• SPF 50 must be worn on all exposed treatment areas for 30 days pre and post treatments and all throughout the treatment course.
• Remove hair from the treatment area to avoid the risk of burning.
• The area to be treated should be free from perfume, make up, deodorant and face/body creams.
• Drinking lots of water in the run up, throughout and following your treatment will help to flush out toxins and restore blood cells, which are key to preventing infections and help to aid the healing process.
• No excessive drinking within 24 hours of treatment. No smoking within 24 hours of treatment.

During the consultation we will discuss your medical history, but we rely on you to inform us of any changes to this. We need to be made aware if there are any changes to your health or if you are taking any medication including those bought from a chemist or herbalist before every treatment.

Post Treatment Care

After any Laser Tattoo Removal treatment it is common to experience blistering, pin point bleeding, some swelling, bruising and potentially some lightening of the skin. We will go over any side effects in the consultation and patch test with you before your first treatment.

• The sterile dressing provided can be removed once you return home to let the area breath. It is advised not to wear any tight/rubbing clothing on the treated area whilst it is healing.
• Make sure the treated area is clean and dry throughout the healing process. You may gently cleanse the treated area with clean warm water after 2 hours, then pat to dry.
• SPF 50 should be applied to all exposed treatment areas for 4 weeks after treatment. Excessive UV exposure can cause hypo or hyper pigmentation of the skin.
• Do not touch any blisters that form. Picking/popping any blisters during the healing process may lead to serious side effects and infection. Some blisters may rupture on their own. In the event that this happens, apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment onto the affected area until the skin has healed.
• Vitamin A & D, or Vitamin E cream may be applied 5 days after treatment to help aid healing and prevent scarring.

For the next 48 hours after all treatments

• 100% Aloe Vera Gel is advised to sooth the area in the days after treatment. A cold compress may also be used to help reduce inflammation/swelling.
• Avoid soaking the treated area in water ie. baths, jacuzzis, swimming pools. This should be avoided throughout the period where there are any scabs/blisters present to avoid infection.
• Keep hydrated to help flush out the ink particles and any toxins successfully.