Pre And Post-Care Treatment Instructions for Optimal Results
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR THE FOLLOWING PATIENTS:
✔ Those with active disease states, a hemorrhagic disorder or are on anticoagulant treatments.
✔ Patients with diabetes, epilepsy or bell’s palsy
✔ Patients with cardiac devices such as AICD, defibrillators, mechanical valves and Cochlear implants.
PRE-TREATMENT PREP
7 days prior to treatment
✔ Discontinue the use of cleansing devices (e.g Clarisonic) as well as any facial waxing and depilatories.
✔ Discontinue the use any skincare containing retinoids, tretinoin, alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA), beta-hydroxy acids (BHA), benzoyl peroxide or any exfoliating agents such as a cleanser containing a physical scrub.
24 hours prior to treatment
✔Avoid prolonged sun exposure.
✔Any sunburn to the area needs to be fully treated up to 24 hours prior to treatment.
✔ For patients prone to cold sores, an anti-viral medication must be taken 24 hours prior to treatment.
✔ Increase hydration intake targeting 4-6 glasses of water
AFTERCARE SKINCARE REGIMEN
To enhance and maintain results:
1. Cleanse: Use a gentle, soap-free cleanser like Arieed MD reFresh Cleanser.
2. Moisturize: Apply a moisturizer in the morning and evening, or as often as needed. We recommend Arieed MD reDew Intensive Hyaluronic Moisturizer.
3. Protect: Every morning wear an antioxidant serum such as iS Clinical Super Serum and use SPF of 30 or above throughout the day
POST-TREATMENT CARE
What to expect:
✔ Your skin may be slightly pink or red in areas following the treatment. This is normal. If you experience pain or discomfort or these symptoms continue for longer than 48 hours, please contact our office.
What to do:
✔ Wash skin with tepid water and a gentle cleanser. Makeup (preferably mineral-based) may be applied immediately post treatment. Soothing and non-irritating creams or moisturizers may be used.
WE RECOMMEND: 4-8 treatments for best results
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call our office at 203-637-0662.