| Below,
you will find listed answers to a number of Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQ). . If you have a specific question not addressed
here, contact one of our locations, or visit our Ask
The Experts page to ask a question online.
Should
I follow a specific facial care regimen before my treatment?
Should I notify my Specialist if
I have ever experienced any
adverse skin conditions?
What can I expect immediately following
treatment?
How should I care for my skin after
treatment?
Should
I follow a specific facial care regimen before my treatment?
If you have recently received any intensive or aggressive
skin treatment or experienced sunburn, please inform your
laser technician. The day of treatment cleanse with with
a gentle product containing no additives. Do not exfoliate
(scrub). Do not apply anything else to the area including
moisturizer and makeup.
Should
I notify my Laser Technician if I have ever experienced
any adverse skin conditions?
Yes. To ensure the highest standards of safety and personalized
treatment, please notify your laser technician. You will
need to fill out a health history form, and all questions
will be answered confidentially.
What
can I expect immediately following treatment?
After the gentle exfoliation, you will leave your treatment
with soft, younger skin. Since the laser peel uses a low
energy laser, you should be able to return to normal activities
right away. You can literally come in during your lunch
hour and return to work the same day. The most common side
effect is simply a mild reddening of the skin, which usually
subsides quickly.
How
should I care for my skin after treatment?
The following steps are generally recommended. Your Specialist
may recommend other steps or procedures:
- Avoid
exposure to direct sunlight and apply a sunscreen
with an SPF of at least 30
- Use
a con-comedogenic and non-medicated makeup, preferably
one with sunscreen.
- Use
a gentle, non-abrasive cleanser without artificial
fragrance, detergents, color or oils.
- Avoid
the use of toners for 48 hours
- Moisturize
daily with a non-comedogenic moisturizer
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