Injectables (Botox, Dysport, Dermal Fillers, Sculptra) should not be done for at least 2 weeks prior to laser treatments.
Avoid Sun for 4-6 Weeks Before Treatment: Tan skin cannot be treated as you risk burning the skin. Therefore, please take special care to avoid the sun and tanning beds on the area to be treated for 4-6 weeks before treatment. Wear broad-spectrum sun protection with SPF 30 or higher on any exposed area every day
Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications for 5 days prior to your treatment:
Skin may be hot and be red for up to 24 hours after treatment.
Treated pigmentation will darken and may form small crusts and will naturally shed over the next 7 to 10 days.
Do not pull, pick, or scratch treated skin.
No Clarasonic brushes, scrubs, retinol, or any peeling agents for 10-14 day post treatment.
No sun exposure.
A normal skin care regimen may be resumed after 10 days.
If you have any other questions or concerns, please call our office right away, at 401-649-0320.