Pre and Post Care

Acne Treatment

Discontinue Accutane 6 months prior to treatment
Discontinue use of Retinoic Acid products 2 weeks prior to treatment
Avoid sun exposure at least 4 weeks prior to treatment
Avoid tanning beds and self-tanners for at least 4 weeks prior to treatment
Do not exfoliate, use glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide or any other skin irritants two weeks prior to treatment
If the skin is red, irritated or sunburned, the treatment must be rescheduled · Report all medication taken within one week of the treatment
Report all skin diseases, viruses, infections, cold sores, eczema or allergies

Avoid direct sunlight, tanning beds, or self-tanners for at least 2 weeks after a treatment. Apply SPF 50+, 15 minutes prior to sun exposure and 15 minutes after exposure, reapplying as needed throughout the day.
For at least two weeks post treatment, do not use harsh topical exfoliators (glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, acne creams, etc.).
Avoid touching, rubbing, peeling or picking of the skin as this may cause hyper/hypo pigmentation or scarring.
Gently apply pure Aloe Vera gel or antibiotic ointment to the treated area twice daily until healed and dry (if necessary).
When showering and washing, gently pat dry and do not rub the treated area. Avoid excessively hot showers, hot tubs and saunas for 24 hours post treatment.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours post treatment.

Treatment area should be closely shaved in the previous 24 hours.
Discontinue Accutane 6 months prior to treatment.
Avoid sun exposure at least 4 weeks prior to treatment.
Avoid tanning beds and self-tanners for at least 4 weeks prior to treatment.
Do not exfoliate, use glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide or any other skin irritants one week prior to treatment.
If the skin is red, irritated or sunburned, the treatment must be rescheduled. · Report all medication taken within two weeks of the treatment.
Avoid removing hair by waxing, sugaring, plucking, threading or hair removal creams for 6 weeks prior to and/or in between treatments. Shaving is permitted and recommended.
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.
Avoid swimming in strong chlorinated water immediately before a laser session.
Report all skin diseases, viruses, infections, cold sores, eczema or allergies to treating Practitioner.

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.
A “cold pack” may be placed over the treated area to reduce swelling and/or discomfort for the first 2-3 days (if required). Discomfort is usually minimal but pain medication can also be taken for pain and swelling if required.
Between treatments, shaving is recommended. Do not wax, thread, sugar or remove unwanted hair by any other method.
For 24 hours post treatment, avoid: hot baths, hot showers, hot tubs and saunas. When showering and washing, gently pat dry and do not rub.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours following clinical treatment.
Avoid swimming in strong chlorinated water 24 hours after a laser session.

Discontinue Accutane 6 months prior to treatment.
Discontinue use of Retinoic Acid products 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Avoid sun exposure at least 4 weeks prior to treatment.
Avoid tanning beds and self-tanners for at least 4 weeks prior to treatment.
Do not exfoliate, use glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide or any other skin irritants two weeks prior to treatment.
Avoid microdermabrasion and/or peels for two weeks prior to treatment.
Discontinue use of bleaching creams two weeks prior to treatment.
If the skin is red, irritated or sunburned, the treatment must be rescheduled.
Report all medication taken within two weeks of the treatment
Report all skin diseases, viruses, infections, cold sores, eczema or allergies

Avoid direct sunlight, tanning beds, or self-tanners for at least 2 weeks after a treatment. Apply SPF 50+, 15 minutes prior to sun exposure and 15 minutes after exposure, reapplying as needed throughout the day.
For at least two weeks post treatment, do not use harsh topical exfoliators (glycolic acid, benzoyl peroxide, acne creams, etc.).
Avoid touching, rubbing, peeling or picking of the skin as this may cause hyper/hypo pigmentation or scarring.
Gently apply pure Aloe Vera gel or antibiotic ointment to the treated area twice daily until healed and dry (if necessary).
When showering and washing, gently pat dry and do not rub the treated area. Avoid excessively hot showers, hot tubs and saunas for 24 hours post treatment.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours post treatment.