AFTER CARE
Choosing The Right After Care For Your Treatment
After Care is essential in ensuring the best results and safety.
Carbon Facial
RF Skin Tightening
Micro Needling
Body Contouring
IPL Hair Reduction
Teeth Whitening
Tattoo Removal
EMS
LED Light Therapy
Each After Care guide provides pre treatment, post treatment and daily care information.
Carbon Facial
After Care
Carbon Facial Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing 4 weeks out from treatment to the days leading up.
2 Weeks Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid tanning and incidental sun exposure including tanning bed/booths (including between treatments). The area needs to be covered and protected from the sun for a safe and effective treatment.
2. Prepare the skin with suitable skincare. This will include a tyrosinase inhibitor for Fitzpatrick Skin Types III+ and any skin prone to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIHP). Your treatment provider will advise you of your skincare recommendations.
3. Avoid prescription strength exfoliant creams on the treatment area.
4. Avoid antiwrinkle injections (Botox / Dysport) in the treatment area.
5. Avoid chemical peels, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning or any treatment that will compromise the skin barrier.
3 Days Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid tanning and incidental sun exposure including tanning bed/booths (including between treatments). The area needs to be covered and protected from the sun for a safe and effective treatment.
2. Prepare the skin with suitable skincare. This will include a tyrosinase inhibitor for Fitzpatrick Skin Types III+ and any skin prone to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIHP). Your treatment provider will advise you of your skincare recommendations.
3. Avoid prescription strength exfoliant creams on the treatment area.
4. Avoid antiwrinkle injections (Botox / Dysport) in the treatment area.
5. Avoid chemical peels, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning or any treatment that will compromise the skin barrier.
Carbon Facial Post Treatment
Post Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing immediately after treatment to the weeks beyond.
Initial 24 Hours Post-Treatment
1. A gentle skincare routine will be recommended during this time.
2. Avoid exercise, and activities that increase perspiration and body temperature.
3. Avoid the use of pools, spas, and saunas.
4. Avoid hot showers and baths.
5. Avoid makeup application.
Up To 5 Days Post-Treatment
1. Avoid use of scented lotions or soaps.
2. Avoid the use of cosmeceutical Vitamin A, AHA’s, BHA’s and Vitamin C.
1 Week Post-Treatment
1. Avoid the use of prescription strength exfoliant creams (prescriptive vitamin A).
2. Avoid antiwrinkle injections and filler injections in the treatment area.
Daily Care runs you through what you need to be doing the weeks beyond treatment.
Daily Post-Treatment
1. A sunscreen with SPF 30 or greater should be applied.
2. Avoid sun exposure to treated areas.
Micro Needling
After Care
Micro Needling Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing 2 weeks out from treatment to the days leading up.
2 Weeks Pre-Treatment
1. Recommended skin care regime for pre-conditioning for optimal results to be started minimum 2 weeks prior to treatment.
2. Avoid Retin A, topical antibiotics, exfoliants, and hydroquinone use 2 weeks before.
1-3 Days Pre-Treatment
1. If you are prone to cold sores, it is recommended to take an antiviral medication for 2-3 days leading up to the appointment.
2. No hair removal 1-3 days of treatment (waxing, shaving, epilating etc).
3. Avoid sun exposure for 24-48 hours.
4. Skin needs to be clean (makeup and oil free).
Micro Needling Post Treatment
Post Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing immediately after treatment to the weeks beyond.
Initial 1-3 Days Post-Treatment
1. Do not exercise or sweat for 24 hours.
2. Do not apply cold compresses or ice packs to the skin for 24-48 hours post treatment, however an aftercare or soothing gel may be used.
3. Avoid taking ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatories for 24-48 hours post treatment.
4. Avoid active skin care (including AHA/BHAs, exfoliants, Vitamim A, etc.) for 72 hours.
Daily Care
Daily Care runs you through what you need to be doing the weeks beyond treatment.
Daily Post-Treatment
1. Wear SPF 30+ daily.
2. Do not pick or peel at skin during the healing process.
3. A routine of Dermaroller Skin Cleanser, Hyaluronic Dispenser Serum, SPF and CC Cream is recommended.
IPL Hair Reduction
After Care
IPL Hair Reduction Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing 4 weeks out from treatment to the days leading up.
4 Weeks Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid the use of fake tan and gradual tanning creams in the area to be treated.
2. Avoid tanning and incidental sun exposure including tanning bed/booths (including between treatments). The area needs to be covered and protected from the sun for a safe and effective treatment.
3. Avoid waxing, plucking, threading (or remove the hair from the follicle), using depilatory creams or undertaking electrolysis (including between treatments).
4. Avoid filler injections in the treatment area.
1 Week Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid benzyl peroxide application on the treatment area.
2 Weeks Pre-Treatment
1. Prepare the skin with suitable skincare. This will include a tyrosinase inhibitor for Fitzpatrick Skin Types III+ and any skin prone to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIHP). Your treatment provider will advise you of your skincare recommendations.
2. Avoid prescription strength exfoliant creams on the treatment area.
3. Avoid antiwrinkle injections (Botox / Dysport) in the treatment area.
1-3 Days Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid cosmeceutical Vitamin A, AHA’s & BHA’s, and Vitamin C application 3 days before.
2. 12-24 hours prior, please shave the treatment area thoroughly.
IPL Hair Reduction Post Treatment
Post Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing immediately after treatment to the weeks beyond.
Initial 24 Hours Post-Treatment
1. Application of chilled aloe vera gel or post laser gel up to 3 x a day.
2. A cold compress every hour for 5 to10 minutes may be soothing to the skin. Do not apply ice directly to the skin.
3. Avoid exercise, and activities that increase perspiration and body temperature.
4. Avoid the use of pools, spas, and saunas.
5. Avoid extremely hot showers and baths.
6. Avoid application of deodorant in the treatment area.
1 Week Post-Treatment
1. Avoid the use of prescription strength exfoliant creams (prescriptive vitamin A).
2. Avoid antiwrinkle injections and filler injections in the treatment area.
3. After 1 week, start gently exfoliating the treated area. This may include use of a loofah, mitts, AHA & BHA based lotions or retinol. Use of these products sooner will aggravate the skin and cause inflammation to the skin during the healing phase.
4. Contact your treatment provider if you notice any blisters, crusts or open areas. Allow these to heal spontaneously. If healing is delayed, a thin coating of antibiotic ointment may be advised. Do not pick at these areas. Picking may result in infection or scarring.
5. Your treatment provider will advise you when you should schedule your next appointment, as different areas of the body require different treatment intervals. It is important to adhere to this regime for best results.
6. Maintenance treatments will be required and will be ongoing.
Daily Care
Daily Care runs you through what you need to be doing the weeks beyond treatment.
Daily Post-Treatment
1. A sunscreen with SPF 30 or greater should be applied.
2. Avoid sun exposure to treated areas.
Tattoo Removal
After Care
Tattoo Removal Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing 4 weeks out from treatment to the days leading up.
4 Weeks Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid the use of fake tan and gradual tanning creams in the area to be treated.
2. Avoid tanning and incidental sun exposure including tanning bed/booths (including between treatments). The area needs to be covered and protected from the sun for a safe and effective treatment. Failure to avoid tanning / sun exposure may cause skin pigment changes in the treatment area.
3. If you are having treatment on the hands, it is recommended to wear cotton gloves when driving, and when exposed to the sun.
4. Avoid filler injections in the treatment area (applicable for removal of cosmetic or facial (tattoos).
2 Weeks Pre-Treatment
1. Prepare the skin with suitable skincare. This will include a tyrosinase inhibitor for Fitzpatrick Skin Types III+ and any skin prone to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIHP). Your treatment provider will advise you of your skincare recommendations.
2. Avoid prescription strength exfoliant creams on the treatment area.
3. Avoid antiwrinkle injections (Botox / Dysport) in the treatment area.
1 Week Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid benzyl peroxide application on the treatment area.
1-3 Days Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid cosmeceutical Vitamin A, AHA’s & BHA’s, and Vitamin C application 3 days before.
2. Please shave the treatment area thoroughly if required 24 hours before.
Tattoo Removal Post Treatment
Post Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing immediately after treatment to the weeks beyond.
Initial 24 Hours Post-Treatment
1. Application of solugel bepathan up to 4 times per day.
2. Avoid exercise, and activities that increase perspiration and body temperature.
3. Avoid extremely hot showers and baths.
4. Elevate the area to reduce inflammation.
5. Keep the area clean and covered with a dressing.
1 Week Post-Treatment
1. Application of solugel bepathan up to 2 3 times per day.
2. Avoid use of scented lotions or soaps.
3. Avoid the use of pools, spas, and saunas.
2 Weeks Post-Treatment
1. Keep the treated area covered with a clean dressing until the skin has healed completely
2. Avoid exfoliating the area, this includes shaving, scrubbing or the use of mitts.
3. Avoid scratching, picking, or rubbing the area. Avoid friction such as clothing rubbing on the area.
Daily Care
Daily Care runs you through what you need to be doing the weeks beyond treatment.
Daily Post-Treatment
1. A sunscreen with SPF 30 or greater should be applied.
2. Avoid sun exposure to treated areas.
RF Skin Tightening
After Care
RF Skin Tightening Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing 4 weeks out from treatment to the days leading up.
4 Weeks Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid the use of fake tan and gradual tanning creams in the area to be treated.
2. Avoid tanning and incidental sun exposure including tanning bed/booths (including between treatments).
3. Avoid filler injections in the treatment area.
4. Prepare the skin with suitable skincare. This will include a tyrosinase inhibitor for Fitzpatrick Skin Types III+ and any skin prone to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIHP). Your treatment provider will advise you of your skincare recommendations.
2 Weeks Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid prescription strength exfoliant creams on the treatment area.
2. Avoid antiwrinkle injections (Botox / Dysport) in the treatment area.
1 Week Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid benzyl peroxide application on the treatment area.
2. Avoid waxing, plucking, threading, using depilatory creams or undertaking electrolysis in the treatment area.
2-3 Days Pre-Treatment
1. Avoid cosmeceutical Vitamin A, AHA’s & BHA’s, and Vitamin C application 3 days before.
2. Please exfoliate the area gently but thoroughly using a granular scrub or exfoliating mitts
3. Please shave the treatment area thoroughly if required 48 hours before.
RF Skin Tightening Post Treatment
Post Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing immediately after treatment to the weeks beyond.
Initial 24 Hours Post-Treatment
1. Application of chilled aloe vera gel if the area is warm or has small, red bumps. Replace
with recommended skincare when the area is no longer warm and any small bumps have
disappeared.
2. Avoid activities that increase perspiration and body temperature.
3. Avoid the use of pools, spas, and saunas.
4. Avoid extremely hot showers and baths.
1 Week Post-Treatment
1. Avoid the use of prescription strength exfoliant creams (prescriptive vitamin A).
2. Avoid antiwrinkle injections and filler injections in the treatment area.
Daily Care
Daily Care runs you through what you need to be doing the weeks beyond treatment.
Daily Post-Treatment
1. A sunscreen with SPF 30 or greater should be applied.
2. Avoid sun exposure to treated areas.
3. Do not cool the area with cold packs unless otherwise advised.
Fat Cavitation
After Care
Fat Cavitation Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing leading up to your treatment.
1 Day Pre-Treatment
1. To ensure your body responds well to Ultrasound, at least 2 litres of water should be consumed over a 24-hour period prior to the treatment. It is essential to stagger water consumption over this period to ensure your body is well hydrated.
2. Make sure your skin is hydrated externally
Fat Cavitation Post Treatment and Daily Care
Post Treatment Recommendations
1. For optimal results employ a low calorie diet that is low in carbs, sugars and fats within 24 hours pre and post treatment. For better results, continue the diet indefinitely.
2. Drink at least 2 litres of water post treatment.
3. We recommend exercising for 20-40 mins at least 3 times per week.
Teeth Whitening
After Care
Teeth Whitening Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing before your appointment.
30 Mins Pre-Treatment
1. Make sure to brush your teeth just before you come into your appointment.
Teeth Whitening Post Treatment
Post Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing immediately after treatment to the weeks beyond.
48 Hours Post-Treatment
1. Follow the white diet.
2. Avoid any dark staining food.
3. No Smoking as it leads to staining.
4. Avoid extremely hot or cold foods/liquids.
5. Don't wear lipstick.
6. Avoid coloured toothpaste or mouthwash.
Daily Care
1. Floss your teeth regularly
2. Use straws as often as you can.
3. Continue to brush your teeth twice per day.
The White Diet
The diet that is tailored to those who have had their teeth whitened
Foods to Enjoy
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White Wine
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Sparkling Water
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Water
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Skimmed Milk
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Coconut Water
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Gin
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Vodka
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Bananas
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Potatoes (peeled)
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Cottage Cheese
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Cauliflower
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White Sauces
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White Pasta
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White Rice
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White Fish
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Turkey
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Chicken
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Low-Fat Yoghurt
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Rice Crispies
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Egg Whites
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Crustless White Bread
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White Onions
Foods to Avoid
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Energy Drinks
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Soft Drink
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Coffee and Tea
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Fruit or Vegetable Juice
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Dark or Stout Beer
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Red Wine
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Margarine and Butter
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Beetroot
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Red Sauces
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Tomatoes
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Wheat Bread
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Chocolate
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Spinach, Broccoli, and Green Vegetables
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Carrots and Other Orange Produce
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Berries, Including Fillings in Pies and Other Baked Goods
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Other Colourful Foods
EMS
After Care
EMS Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing up to your treatment.
1 Day Pre-Treatment
1. Stay well hydrated prior to your treatment.
2. Make sure your skin is hydrated externally
EMS Post Treatment and Daily Care
Post Treatment Recommendations
1. Maintain a healthy balanced diet - high in vital nutrients and low in saturated fats
2. Drink at least 2 litres of water post-treatment.
3. Exercise regularly and focus on cardio and muscle-building activities,
LED Light Therapy
After Care
LED Light Therapy Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing 4 weeks out from treatment to the days leading up.
Pre-Treatment Recommendations
1. Ensure you have a consistent and appropriate skin care routine.
LED Light Therapy Post Treatment
Post Treatment runs you through what you need to be doing immediately after treatment to the weeks beyond.
Initial 24 Hours Post-Treatment
1. Avoid exercise.
2. Avoid activities that increase perspiration and body temperature.
3. Avoid the use of pools, spas, and saunas.
4. Avoid extremely hot showers and baths.