After Your Appointment
Post-Treatment Tips
Be sure to follow these tips and tricks to ensure a speedy and comfortable recovery!
Drink lots of water and stay hydrated!
Ice on and off for the first 24 hours to help minimize swelling and bruising!
Moisturize! Moisturize! Moisturize!
Avoid smoking for the first 24 hours after treatment!
Use a gentle cleanser on the treated area for at least 24 hours after treatment!
Avoid excessive sweating! Sweat can cause bacteria to enter the open follicles, which may cause a minor infection. Exercise prior to your appointment instead of afterward!
Do not touch or scratch the treated area. Bacteria can be transferred easily to it, causing breakouts!
Avoid perfume and alcohol-based products. These will dry out your skin! If needed, wipe the treated area with witch hazel.
If your skin is still irritated, you can apply a Hydrocortisone cream and alcohol-free witch hazel. These are anti-inflammatory and will reduce redness, swelling, and blemishes! Use Cortisone, Cortaid, or anything with 1% hydrocortisone or hydrocortisone acetate.
Avoid the sun for at least 24-48 hours after your treatment to avoid brown pigment spots! Your skin produces pigment to defend against harmful UV rays, which can result in hyperpigmentation. Always wear sunscreen!
Do not wear make-up over the treated area for at least 24 hours after treatment!