IPL and Thermavein Treatment Instructions

Contraindications

-Pregnancy

-Breastfeeding

-Antibiotic use within 10 days

-Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days

-Accutane use within 6 months

-Active cold sore or fever blister

-Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week

-Self tanner use within 2 weeks

Preparing for your appointment

•Please shave the treatment area the night before. Hair absorbs extra energy from the laser and makes it uncomfortable when the light hits the hair.

•Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.

•Discontinue Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid and Vitamin C one week prior to your appointment.

•Keep the treated area out of the sun and always wear 30 SPF sunscreen for 7 days after treatment. You can burn and blister even after the treatment so avoid the sun for a week.

•Avoid hot showers, hot tubs, saunas, aggressive exercise and alcohol. We’re trying to avoid anything that may trigger redness-especially when treating for redness reduction, for 48 hours afterwards. These activities will increase vasodilation which can increase redness.

•Avoid aggressive active products such as Retinol/Retin-A, Vitamin C, scrubs or polishes for a week. Skin may be sensitive and must be treated gently. Review your skincare products with your provider to ensure there are no harsh ingredients. A post procedure kit is recommended.

With IPL

There may be a sunburned sensation and redness for several hours after the treatment. Each area usually requires a series of treatments to achieve optimal pigment and redness reduction. Nothing is permanent and you may have to repeat a treatment series in the future to maintain results or deal with newly occurring pigment and redness.

With Thermavein

The treatment area can remain reddened and may even develop fine cat scratches or crust. Do NOT attempt to exfoliate or it may become irritated and cause hyperpigmentation to that area. Let it heal on its own. Moisturize and protect the area with SPF.

With IPL and Thermavein

Vessel reduction may require more than one treatment depending upon the size and location of the vessels. Your laser technician with discuss which vessels will respond the best (very superficial spider veins that are red and visible through the skin) common areas are around the nose, cheeks and chin.

Please report any prolonged redness, swelling, blisters or other unwanted side effects following your treatment.