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All things you need to know prior to your appointment

Located

Upstairs, above Eyeland Optometry

Unit 70E: 161 Liberton Dr. St. Albert

Treatment

Pre & Post Care

Laser Hair Removal

  • The treatment area MUST be shaved the night before or the morning of treatment. within 24hrs of your appointment.

    Please do not wear make-up on the areas to treat.

    Discontinue sun tanning & tanning beds 4 weeks prior and tanning creams 10 days prior.

    Discontinue use of exfoliating creams such as Retin-A, 2 weeks pre & post-treatment.

    If you have a history of cold sore outbreaks consult a Physician for prophylaxis prior to treatment.

    Recommended to book around the menstruation cycle to help with sensitivity.

  • Avoid rubbing and scratching the treated area for 1-3 days.

    Avoid direct sun exposure for 3 days.

    To prevent skin irritation, avoid wearing makeup for 12 hours post-treatment.

    4-5 days post-treatment gently use a washcloth or loofa sponge to assist with the removal of hair.

    Discontinue other hair removal methods like waxing, tweezing, bleaching, or depilatories between treatments. Shaving is allowed.

Potenza RF MicroNeedling

  • Remove all makeup, including eye makeup, lotions or sunblock and wash the facial area prior to treatment. Any preparations left on the skin will act as an impediment to the energy and will diminish the effects.

    Neurotoxins or fillers should be given post-treatment or a minimum of two weeks prior to the TempSure Treatment.

    For five to seven days prior to treatment, at the physician’s discretion, avoid therapies that may cause erythema (redness) or irritation, such as Retin-A or products containing Isotretinoin, glycolic and or salicylic acid.

    The treatment area must be free of any open lesions or infections.

    For an optimum treatment, hydrate by drinking plenty of water or hydrating fluids several days in advance. Avoid alcohol if possible.

  • After the treatment, the client should avoid sun exposure and rest indoors for the remainder of the day. The following day, they can resume normal activities as any swelling and redness will have subsided.

    Do not scrub or exfoliate the skin.

    Wash your skin with tepid water and a gentle cleanser.

    Do not apply liquid makeup for 24 hours; mineral makeup is acceptable after the erythema resolves.

    If erythema after treatment persists, use an ice pack (or bag of frozen peas) at home; always use a protective barrier, such as a face cloth, between the skin and the ice pack.

    Before touching your face, apply facial product, and be sure to wash your hands well; there are micro-pathways opened into the dermis, and hands will introduce bacteria.

    If the skin feels tight or dry, apply moisturizing cream as often as desired.

    If you currently have skin breakouts, you may find the condition may temporarily worsen due to inflammation or edema.

    Do not pick at treated tissue: doing so may result in hyper – or hypopigmentation.

    Avoid ultraviolet rays and apply sunblock > 30 SPF UV A/B Daily.

    Avoid alcohol consumption if possible.

    For 24 hours, refrain from cardio exercises or activities that increase the body temperature, Ie. Hot Yoda, saunas, etc..

    Contact your practitioner if any problems develop: concerns regarding rash, itching, erythema, etc. For more than 24 hours.

    It is highly recommended that you use the CynoSure B.E. skincare product line after receiving the Potenza microneedle treatment. This product line has been specifically developed to complement the treatment and contains active ingredients that help to reduce redness and inflammation, as well as promote cell turnover production.

SculpSure

  • Avoid direct sun exposure to the treatment area 7 days before the treatment.

    Shower or bathe on the day of treatment to ensure your skin is free of creams and lotions.

    If you have thick hair in the treatment area, shave or trim before the treatment.

    Have a light meal and drink 2-3 glasses of water prior.

    Wear plain black undergarments, this provides a consistent look in your before and after pictures.

  • You may experience mild pink or red skin, tenderness or discomfort, swelling, or tissue firmness in the treated area.

    Gently massage the area twice a day for 5-10 minutes.

    You may resume your normal daily activities, including exercise, immediately after SculpSure treatment.

    Stay hydrated, we encourage you to drink at least 6-8 glasses of water a day.

    Appointments must be kept 4-6 weeks apart for optimal results.

TempSure

  • Remove all makeup, including eye makeup, lotions or sun block and wash facial area prior to treatment.

    Neurotoxins or fillers should be given post-treatment or a min. of 2 weeks prior to the TempSure Treatment.

    5-7 days prior to treatment, avoid therapies that may cause erythema or irritation such as Retin-A or products containing Isotretinoin, glycolic and or salicylic acid.

    The treatment area must be free of any open lesions or infections.

    Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water several days in advance. Avoid alcohol if possible.

  • Typically, clients may return to their normal activities after receiving a TempSure treatment.

    Wash your skin with tepid water and a gentle cleanser.

    If the skin is slightly pink or red in areas following the treatment, avoid hot water when washing or showering until any erythema has subsided.

    Makeup, preferably mineral-based, may be applied immediately post-treatment.

    Soothing creams or moisturizers may be used.

    Use a sunblock with an SPF of 30 or greater if going out into the sun to help prevent future sun damage. This treatment does not cause