Menu Section: SKIN REJUVENATION
Skin Rejuvenation treatments are not advisable for those with inflamed or cystic acne, severe rosacea, extreme sensitivity, inflammatory skin conditions, compromised barriers or open wounds or lesions.
These services should not be performed on anyone using blood thinners or anticoagulants, those with autoimmune disease, undergoing chemotherapy, radiation or immunotherapy.
The Celluma light therapy has flashing lights, and sits directly over your face. Those with medical conditions, light sensitivities or are claustrophobic are advised.
SKIN REJUVENATION PRE-CARE INSTRUCTIONS
• Discontinue use of over-the-counter chemical exfoliating products or those that have been prescribed by a physician or skin therapist, 3 to 5 days prior to any skin resurfacing treatment. Failure to do so will result in service not being completed.
THE FOLLOWING SHOULD BE AVOIDED FOR AS LONG AS DETAILED BELOW:
• Accutane 6 months
• Professional treatments such as fillers, Botox, chemical peels, IPL/laser and micro needling 2 weeks
• No waxing, depilatory creams, electrolysis or shaving to the area being treated for 1 – 2 weeks
• Avoid unprotected sun exposure or sunburn at least one week before treatment
• Manual or chemical exfoliation 3-5 days
• Discontinue use of any products containing AHA,BHA or retinoids, exfoliants, topical antibiotics or hydroxy acids 5-7 days prior to the treatment.
• Keep makeup to a minimum the day of treatment if possible and do not experiment with new products before the treatment.
• Avoid alcohol 24-48 hours before the treatment.
• When available, Microdermabrasion treatments must be preceded with a facial in our spa since September of the current school year.
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SKIN REJUVENATION POST CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
• Gently cleanse your face before bedtime the day of your treatment with a gentle cleanser and tepid water. Use hydrating serums.
• Use serums and the recommended skincare products per your skin therapists directions.
• Do not pick the skin if flakiness or peeling occurs.
• Do not apply makeup for 24 hours if possible. Continue to wear SPF30+ daily.
• Avoid sweaty exercise, saunas, and swimming for at least 48 hours after treatment.
• Discontinue other forms of manual or chemical exfoliation for 1 week.
• Avoid using any active skin care (including AHA/BHA’s, exfoliants, Vitamin A, Retinol, etc) for at least 7 days.
• Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 10 – 14 days to avoid risk of hyper pigmentation and sensitizing the skin.