Client Preparation Guide- aftercare instructions

PRE-CARE o Exfoliate 3 days to a week before to get rid of any dead skin cells on your body Shave/wax areas, no laser treatments at least 4-6 weeks before working on the treated area o No tanning two weeks prior. Please make sure your skin is not tanned so that we can match your correct skin tone. o Try and have no alcohol a few of days before & NO blood thinners 3 days before your appointment scar reduction o Wear loose clothes the day of the appointment: the areas A treated will be slightly tender o Please eat a healthy, well-balanced meal Aftercare o Familiarize yourself with the aftercare instructions provided to you so you can prepare yourself for the healing process after your session to reduce surgical scars o Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before touching your procedure area(s) to avoid infection. Do not shower for 24 hours if possible. If showering in the first 24 hrs keep the area treated as dry as possible. o First 3 days, cold compress the areas at least 3x daily for 10 minutes or as needed to reduce swelling. NO ICE just apply a cold compress. If the treatment area is left uncovered, apply a thin layer of Aquaphor (or something similar). No antibiotic creams o 2-3 times daily with a gloved or cleaned hand or clean Q-tip for the first 3 days. We will supply you with aftercare to use in the first few days. If uncovered, gentle soap can be used if needed. Pat dry only.