Pixel and IPL Combination

Upon completion of your laser procedure, follow the guidelines given below

• Do not rub or scrub your skin.
• If the post treatment swelling of your skin is more than you anticipated, you may take aspirin, Advil or Tylenol type products to calm the skin. You may also use Benadryl tablets as directed. Benadryl may cause drowsiness; you must not drive, drink alcohol or take other medications that are contraindicated.
• Please do not take any products if you have any allergies to the medications and/or if contraindicated with any of your current medications.
• Do NOT apply any glycolic/ alpha hydroxyl/beta hydroxyl/ tretinoin/ tazarotene/ adapalene/ azaleic acid/ benzoyl peroxide or exfoliating products to your skin. These products will irritate your skin and may induce hyperpigmentation or discoloration to your newly treated skin.
• Cleanse your newly lased skin with warm or cool water only during the first 3 days. You may begin a gentle cleanser such as the Zo Balancing Emulsion cleanser or Cetaphil at that time..
• Any make up application should be kept to a minimum to avoid disrupting the newly treated skin. Avoid heavy foundations that must be rubbed on. Mineral based face powder is the ONLY acceptable face make up during the next 7-10 days. It can be applied with a powder brush and removed quite easily. Bare Essentials and Neutrogena both make a loose, mineral based foundation type face powder.
• A Zinc based sunscreen MUST be used at all times during any UV exposure to treated skin. This is an absolute must or you may find your skin hyperpigmenting, sloughing unevenly, and simply more damaged than before- due to the UV penetration to the freshly treated skin.
• ALWAYS apply your sunscreen 20-30 minutes PRIOR to exposure to insure protection. Remember, to apply it every two hours, the ingredients in these sunscreens break down, and you are NO LONGER protected. Apply evenly to all areas of exposure.
• During the next 7 days- you may use a moisturizing, medical grade cream designed specifically for laser treated skin. We recommend Cicalfate. This cream aids in the healing process of your skin by locking in moisture, reducing the chance of any bacterial infection, soothe, and reduce redness and irritation. The products can be used 2-6 times per day, as needed.
• Do NOT pick, rub, or use a micro-exfoliator or schedule a facial, waxing or other aesthetician services for at least 10 days after your laser treatment. You do not want to remove the dry, rough, dead skin faster than your body wants to. It is serving a purpose during healing and will slough off within the standard healing time of 7-10 days. Do not be concerned if your skin takes on a rough, patch, and a darkened quality a few days after this treatment. This is normal and expected. It will resolve on its own within 4-5 days.
• Do NOT shave until any swelling has resolved, usually within the next 12-24 hours or so. If you can use an electric shaver during the following 4 days, this is best to minimize the irritation.
• Do NOT work out or perform heavy manual labor for 48 hours post laser treatment. This is to avoid sweating and the increase in heart rate that can cause your skin to become extremely flushed.
• DO NOT swim in chlorinated water or salt water for 7 days. These environments have a different pH and can irritate your newly treated skin.
• After the initial 7 day period, you may return to your previous skin care regimen. We recommend that you begin a regimen that fits your lifestyle and can add to the improvement and appearance of your skin.
• DO NOT plan any outdoor activities or activity that exposes your skin to direct sunlight or artificial UV rays. Though we recommend this always, we require your compliance for the next 10 days.
• CONTACT the office immediately for anything that does not feel normal, such as oozing, weeping, blister formation, fever, chills, or a “hot” feeling to certain areas of your skin 2 or 3 days after your laser treatment.
• REMEMBER — Avoid touching your face or other treated areas. When you need to, make sure your hands are clean so you don’t contaminate your treated skin.