SOME THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU HAVE A TREATMENT

v  Completely shave the area the same day as treatment.

v  Make sure you are not sunburned.

v  NO sun exposure for 2 weeks prior to treatment.

v  Areas with tattoos cannot be treated. Avoid any irritants to the skin: Microdermabrasion, Retin-A, Renova, Benzoyl Peroxide, or glycolic acid products for at least 72 hours prior to each treatment.

v  Discontinue aspirin and/or Plavix, garlic supplements and all herbal supplements 5 days prior to treatment. (If prescribed by a doctor, get approval to discontinue.)

v  Remove all makeup from area to be treated.

v  Photographs will be taken at each visit.

SOME THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW AFTER A TREATMENT

v  Resume normal activities.

v  Bruising, local swelling and some tenderness are completely normal after treatment. Bruising may be evident for up to 4 weeks after treatment. Other side effects are rare but may include: redness, blisters, swelling, crusting, pigment change (lighter or darker) or scarring.

v  If you experience blistering or crusting, treat the affected area with antibacterial cream such as Bacitracin or Neosporin. This creates a chemical barrier and will help healing and prevent any scarring.

v  If there is swelling, wrap ice in a cloth and apply to affected area.

v  Use a Vitamin K cream twice a day for 1-2 weeks to speed healing.

v  Avoid all sun exposure for at least 7 days after your treatment. Always use SPF 30 or greater when out in the sun for at least 4 weeks.

v  You can shower the next day, but avoid very hot water, hot tubs, and saunas for 1 week.

v  10 days post-treatment, begin lightly massaging treated area. This will speed healing and prevent “staining”.

v  Remember, you will not see immediate results. This usually occurs over a 3 week period and in some cases may take up to 6 weeks.