NOTIFICATION: In 2014, most of the aesthetic and cosmetic industry have updated their protocols about sun exposure. Avante Laser & Aesthetics along with our equipment manufacturer, Alma Lasers, have also updated our protocols and now strongly suggest to avoid direct sunlight 6 weeks before and after your IPL Photorejuvenation & Laser Hair Removal treatments. The increase of 2 weeks of avoiding direct sunlight before and after your treatment is a precaution to the increase of UV exposure levels. We are committed to your safety and we appreciate your understanding in this matter.
PRE-TREATMENT PROTOCOLS
Laser Hair Removal
• Avoid direct sunlight 6 weeks prior to treatment.
• Shave the treatment site to eliminate any surface hair that could interfere with the treatment.
• Shaving should happen within 24 hours before the treatment.
• Clean the skin to remove perfumes, cosmetics and sunscreens.
Photorejuvenation (for Vascular & Pigmented Lesions)
• Avoid direct sunlight 6 weeks prior to treatment.
• Clean the skin to remove perfumes, cosmetics and sunscreens.
ClearLiftTM Laser Skin Resurfacing
• Clean the skin to remove perfumes, cosmetics and sunscreens.
Microdermabrasion
• Clean the skin to remove perfumes, cosmetics and sunscreens.
RF Dual-Layer Thermotherapy Body Contouring
• Client should be well hydrated (drink at least 2 glasses of water 10-15 minutes before treatment)
• Clean the skin to remove perfumes, cosmetics and sunscreens.
POST-TREATMENT PROTOCOLS
Laser Hair Removal
• Avoid direct sunlight 6 weeks after to treatment.
• Always wear sunscreen on treated exposed areas (face, neck, etc).
• Avoid any type of tanning for a minimum of 4 weeks.
• Do not wax, pluck, or do any other hair removal treatment other than shaving if necessary.
• Patients should return in 4 to 8 weeks after treatment for additional treatment.
• If no additional treatment is necessary, the patient should return for a re-examination in 3 to 4 months, or when any new hair has grown in the treatment area.
Photorejuvenation (for Vascular & Pigmented Lesions)
• Avoid direct sunlight 6 weeks after to treatment.
• Always wear sunscreen on treated exposed areas (face, neck, etc).
• Patients should return in 3 weeks after treatment for additional treatment.
• If no additional treatment is necessary, the patients should return for a re-examination in 2 months.
ClearLiftTM Laser Skin Resurfacing
• Apply Aloe Vera gel for soothing.
• Avoid direct exposure to the sun on the treatment area; use UVA/UVB sun blockers.
• Patients should return for in 4 to 6 weeks after treatment for additional treatment.
• If no additional treatment is necessary, the patients should return for a re-examination in 3 to 4 months.
Microdermabrasion
• We do not recommend patients to use cosmetics right after treatment, however you can apply sunscreen.
• Avoid direct sunlight and tanning on treated area for a few days.
RF Dual-Layer Thermotherapy Body Contouring
• Gently clean the treatment oil from the skin surface and dry it.
• Let the patient rest for 10-15 minutes on the treatment bed.
• Patient should drink two glasses of water immediately after the treatment.
• It is recommended to drink a lot of water (at least 8-10 cups a day) for three days following the treatment.
• It is recommended not to wash the face with hot water for 24 hours after treatment.
• It is recommended to avoid excessive exercise, sweating, hot baths or saunas for three days after the treatment.
• It is recommended to avoid consumption of alcoholic drinks for three days after treatment (alcohol might drain water from the body and skin).
• In order to maintain the treatment results, it is highly recommended to apply a moisturizing cream to the treatment area every day.