PRE AND POST CARE
SKIN TREATMENT CARE
How to prepare for your skin treatment, and how to look after your skin afterwards.
Before any skin treatment
- Come as you are. A full face of makeup is fine, because we cleanse and prepare your skin as part of your appointment.
- Always tell us what medications you take, even if you don't think they are related.
- Tell us before treatment about any cuts, broken or open skin, eczema or psoriasis in the area being treated.
- If you have had any other cosmetic treatments, we prefer 2 weeks between them. Let us know what you have had, because sometimes it does not make a difference.
- Tell us about allergies, sensitivities, and pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Tell us if you have had a cold sore, as some treatments can bring one on.
- Avoid sun exposure and solariums on the area before your treatment, as advised by your practitioner.
- Stop retinoids and exfoliating products for the time your practitioner advises.
- Avoid waxing, hair removal creams and exfoliating treatments on the area for the time your practitioner advises.
After any skin treatment
- Use SPF 30 or higher every day, and reapply, even on cloudy days.
- Cleanse gently, and avoid active ingredients (retinoids, acids and exfoliants) until your practitioner says you can restart them.
- Avoid heat, saunas, hot showers, strenuous exercise and swimming for the time your practitioner advises.
- Do not pick, scratch or peel your skin.
- Contact us on 0417 322 366 if something does not feel right.
Care for your treatment
Choose your treatment for the extra steps. These apply on top of the instructions above.
IPL
Before
- No fake tan on the treated area for 1 week before your treatment.
- Shave the area the day before if your practitioner asks you to.
- Tell us about any medications that make your skin sensitive to light.
After
- Redness or warmth is common and usually settles. A cool compress can help if it is comfortable.
- Use SPF 30 or higher every day, and avoid sun on the treated area.
- Do not scratch or pick at any darker spots.
Skin needling
Before
- Tell us about any active acne, cold sores or skin conditions in the area.
After
- Your skin may look pink or feel tight, like mild sunburn.
- Avoid makeup for the time your practitioner advises, and use only the products they recommend.
- Avoid heat and exercise for the time your practitioner advises.
Clinical peels and Bio Repeel
Before
- Stop retinoids and exfoliating products for the time your practitioner advises.
- Avoid waxing the area for about a week unless we tell you otherwise.
After
- Some peeling, dryness or tightness is expected.
- Do not pick or pull at flaking skin.
- Moisturise as directed, and avoid active products until your practitioner says you can restart them.
LED therapy
Before
- Come as you are. Makeup removal is provided.
- Tell us about any medications that make your skin sensitive to light.
After
- There is usually no downtime, and you can return to your normal routine unless your practitioner says otherwise.
Facials (iS Clinical, O Cosmedics and PRIN Lymphatic Enzymatic)
Before
- Come as you are.
- Let us know about any sensitivities and the products you currently use.
After
- Your skin may look slightly flushed.
- Follow the home-care advice your therapist gives you, and apply SPF.
- Avoid heavy makeup for the first few hours, and avoid saunas for the time your practitioner advises.
Glassifier
Before
- Tell us about any allergies and sensitivities.
After
- Some people notice a warm or prickly feeling for a few days.
- Use gentle products and SPF, and follow the advice your practitioner gives you.
Other treatments
Looking for brows, lips, eyeliner or lashes aftercare? Go to the main Pre and Post Care page.
Not sure where to start?
Book a consultation
Book a skin consultation, or call the clinic on 0417 322 366.