FAQs

WHAT IS THE DOWNTIME AFTER LASER REJUVENATION?

Downtime ranges from none to several days, depending on the severity of your concern and the appropriate laser treatment. All laser treatments require you to avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks, and steam rooms and sauna for 48 hours as additional heat to the treatment area and could risk causing complications.

 

DOES LASER REJUVENATION HURT?

Most clients find treatment tolerable due to inbuilt cooling technology to make your treatments as comfortable as possible.

 

WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER LASER REJUVENATION TREATMENT?

You can expect some erythema (redness) and slight oedema (swelling) after a laser treatment but this will self-resolve after a day or two. For laser pigmentation, the pigment will rise to the surface before crusting and flaking off

 

IF I’VE BEEN OUT IN THE SUN, USE A TANNING BED, OR USE SUNLESS TANNING PRODUCTS CAN I HAVE A LASER TREATMENT?

No. You should avoid sun exposure for two weeks before treatment

 

HOW MANY TREATMENTS WILL I NEED?

The number of treatments required is dependent on the extent of your pigment or redness.

 

HOW FREQUENT WILL MY LASER REJUVENATION TREATMENTS BE?

Treatments are usually spaced at 4 week intervals

 

I HAVE TATTOOS – CAN YOU STILL TREAT ME WITH LASERS FOR REJUVENATION, PIGMENTATION AND REDNESS?

We cannot treat over a tattoo as the laser will target the pigment in the design and damage the tattoo. We can treat around it, however.

  

CAN I HAVE LASER REJUVENATION IF I AM PREGNANT OR BREASTFEEDING?

No. There is no absolute data in existence on the risk or otherwise to the baby in having laser treatment when pregnant or breast feedings and so we prefer to stay on the side of caution and say no.

Pregnancy hormones also increase the risk of hyperpigmentation caused through the heat of the laser which can lead to an undesirable aesthetic outcome.

PRE & POST

LASER REJUVENATION PRE-TREATMENT

Before you attend your appointment, please ensure that you have prepared as follows:

PIGMENTATION

• 4 Weeks preparation on Balense Cleanser with SRC, Balense Skin Bright Serum and Moisturiser and Balense Retinol
• Cease retinol three days before treatment
• No chemical peels, laser or radio frequency treatments for four weeks prior
• Exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin build up.
• Exfoliate and remove any fake tan on the skin
• Avoid excessive sun exposure on the treatment area for two weeks prior
• No melanin injections within six months
• No oils, lotions or topical numbing on the area to be treated

VASCULARITY/VEINS & FLUSHING

• 4 Weeks prepare with Balense Anti-Ageing Serum, Retinol and Vitamin C
• Cease retinol three days before treatment
• No chemical peels, laser or radiofrequency treatments for four weeks prior
• Exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin build up.
• Exfoliate and remove any fake tan on the skin
• Avoid excessive sun exposure on the treatment area for two weeks prior
• No melanin injections within six months
• No oils, lotions or topical numbing on the area to be treated

LASER REJUVENATION POST TREATMENT (CANDELA)

• Use cool water, ice-packs and our recommended post-laser cream to soothe any redness or irritation
• You may gently exfoliate with after five days.
• In the first 24 hours avoid shaving, waxing plucking, exfoliation, excessive sweating, hot saunas or showers
• For one-week post-treatment avoid sun exposure and sunbeds as the area will have increased susceptibility to sunburn and pigmentation.
• Apply SPF50+ liberally for at least a week.

LASER REJUVENATION POST-TREATMENT (CANDELA)

Aftercare will be discussed at consultation and an information sheet provided/

Many clients find that there are almost too many treatment choices available. All our equipment, services and products are highly effective and backed by science. However, not all treatments or products are suitable for every client. We, therefore, offer a FREE 30 minute consult to ensure that you receive the best possible advice for an optimal result.

Let our professional team guide you on your treatment choices.

 

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