Hair Reduction Pre & Post Care
Client Compliance Pre-Treatment
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Discontinue Accutane 6 months prior to treatment
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Discontinue use of Retinoic Acid products 2 weeks prior to treatment
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Avoid sun exposure, or the use of tanning beds for four to eight weeks (dependant on the skin type of Patient), and self-tanners for at least four weeks, prior and/or in between IPL treatments
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Report all skin diseases, viruses, infections, cold sores, eczema or allergies to treating Practitioner
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Do not use glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide or any other skin irritants one week prior to IPL treatments.
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Avoid Microdermabrasions, or peels for two weeks prior to treatment
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If the skin is red, irritated or sunburned, the IPL treatment must be rescheduled
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Report all medication taken within two weeks of the treatment
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Avoid depilating / waxing for at least 6 weeks prior to your first treatment. Do not depilate with: waxing, sugaring, plucking, threading or hair removal creams before and/or in between IPL treatments. Shaving is permitted and recommended.
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Discontinue using bleaching creams for 2 weeks prior to treatment and perfumed products (eg. Aromatherapy oils/Essential oils) for 48 hours before treatment
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Do not use sun blocking creams within 12 hours of scheduled treatments. Consider wearing protective clothing, cotton gloves for driving, or a hat to protect facial areas
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Avoid swimming in strong chlorinated water immediately before an IPL session.
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The treated area should be clean shaven before your appointment.
Client Compliance Post Treatment
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Avoid direct sunlight, tanning beds or self-tanners for at least 2-3 weeks after a treatment. Apply Sun Protective Cream of SPF 50+, 15 minutes prior to sun exposure, and 15 minutes afterwards. Keep reapplying as needed throughout the day. Consider using protective cotton gloves for driving, a hat to protect facial areas
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If there are scabs or blisters, make-up should not be used for 3-4 days
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Avoid touching, rubbing, peeling or picking of the skin on the treatment area, as this may cause hyper/hypo pigmentation, scarring or infection.
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Gently apply pure Aloe Vera gel or antibiotic ointment to the treated area, twice daily until healed and dry
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A “cold pack” may be placed over the treated area to reduce swelling and/or discomfort for the first 2-3 days. Discomfort is usually minimal but pain medication can also be taken for pain and swelling if required
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Avoid: hot baths, showers, hot tubs and saunas 12-24 hours after treatment. When showering and washing, gently pat dry and do not rub.
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Avoid strenuous exercise that would cause perspiration for 24-48 hours following clinical treatment.
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Avoid swimming in strong chlorinated water 24 hours after an IPL session.