2 weeks prior to treatment:
– Avoid direct sun exposure and use SPF 50+ sunscreen.
- Avoid Laser, IPL, and Skin Needling/Cosmetic Grade Peels
- Avoid electrolysis, facial waxing, and depilatory use
- Fake tan, solarium, or tanning drugs such as Melanotan
1 week prior to treatment:
– Avoid prescription topical Vitamin A or Hydroquinone
Aftercare
Avoid direct sun exposure for 7 days and wear SPF 50+ before going outside
- Avoid strenuous exercise or anything that may cause excessive perspiration including saunas, spas, and steam rooms within the first 1-2 days.
- Avoid direct heat (including hair dryers and very hot showers) within the first 1-2 days
- Avoid picking or pulling any loose or exfoliating skin.
- Avoid exfoliating your skin for the first 1-2 week after treatment
- Avoid using any active or high-intensity skincare products for the first 5 days
- Avoid electrolysis, facial waxing, and depilatory use
Note, any Pigmentation Removal Treatment that uses medical grade lasers can expect a mild discolouration of pigment before it heals after just a few days.