Resurfacing facial laser treatments:

(Downtime with laser, but faster results)

1. Fotona fractional laser treatment.
2. Fotona laser peel (erbium laser).
3. Nano fractional venus viva.
4. Fractat Fotona Starwalker.

Following laser treatments have little or no downtime:

Pigmentation removal:

Melasma treatment.

Redness and capillaries removal.

Rosacea treatment.

Acne treatment.

Non ablative skin rejuvenation.

Skin tightening.

Scar treatment.

Prior to your laser appointment:

1. The area of treatment should be shaved at least 12 hours prior to treatment.
2. Wear loose-fitting clothes on the day.
3. Avoid alcohol or smoking the night before and on the day of the treatment.
4. Drink at least 1 litre of water the day before and the day of treatment - this helps your body to regulate its temperature.
5. Arrive on time so that you are relaxed.
6. Do not exercise before the treatment.
7. Avoid applying any products on areas of treatment, keep it dry and clean prior to treatment (make up and sunscreen free).
8. Do not expose the skin to UV light (sunlight or sun beds) or apply any self-tanning products for 8 weeks prior to treatment.

Laser skin aftercare, here is what to do after your laser skin treatment and between sessions:

1. Do apply an icepack on the treated area to reduce pain, discomfort or irritation.
2. Do apply aloe vera gel or calming creams for 3 days after the treatment.
3. Do wear loose clothes to avoid friction on the treated area for 48 hours.
4. Do keep treated area clean and dry for 48 hours.
5. Do drink plenty of water.
6. Do use at least SPF 50 sunscreen with Zinc for at least 2 weeks.

Protecting your skin after and between sessions.

Here's what to avoid:

1. Avoid exposing skin to UV light (sunlight or sun beds) or self-tan for at least 2 weeks after treatment. This is to minimise darkening of the skin (hyperpigmentation).
2. Avoid heat treatments such as spas, steam rooms and saunas for 7 days.
3. Avoid excessive scrubbing or applying pressure to the skin for 4-5 days. This is to allow the treated skin to recover and to prevent any infection.
4. Avoid shaving the treated area for 72 hours after treatment.
5. Avoid exercising for at least 48 hours.
6. Avoid hot baths and hot showers for 48 hours.
7. Avoid anything that involves chlorine (e.g., swimming) for at least 5 days.
8. Avoid make-up on the treated area for at least 48 hours.
9. Avoid the application of perfumed products or bleaching creams for at least 3 days.
10. Avoid scratching the treatment area if blistering or crusting occurs, as this can cause scarring.
11. Avoid waxing, tweezing and threading for the complete duration of the treatment course.

Common reactions post laser treatments:

Typically resurfacing skin treatments with downtime, non-ablative treatments typically have no downtime.

1. Scabbing, darkening of the blood vessels under the surface of the skin (vascular lesion)

2. Hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin caused by increased melanin)

3. Blanching (skin turning white/pale, caused by temporary obstruction of blood flow)

4. Localised tenderness and feeling sunburned

5. Localised swelling and oedema post treatment

6. Pin prick bleeding immediately after treatment

Although very rare, there may be possible adverse reactions immediately after the treatment, such as:

1. Excessive pain.
2. Excessive persistent erythema (redness of the skin caused by increased blood flow).
3. Oedema (swelling caused by fluid retention).
4. Blistering (raised portion of the skin that is filled with fluid).
5. Bruising or marking of the skin in the shape of the crystal.
6. Grey / ash colour forming, or the skin appears puckered.
7. Skin appearing puckered.

There may be further adverse reactions between 4 and 12 hours after treatment, such as:

1. Certain sensitive areas may cause swelling (oedema).
2. The treated skin will be sensitive and fragile and therefore could tear when rubbed
3. There may be a small risk of scarring. Hyper/hypopigmentation and loss of some of the skin surface (epidermal erosion) may occur; however, the risk is minimised if sunscreen (SPF 50 or greater) with Zinc is used.
4. Prolonged itching may occur but keep the area cool and apply aloe vera gel or calming creams.

In order for treatment to be successful and effective with minimal potential adverse effects as possible, you must follow the aftercare routine as indicated on the previous page. if you are unsure, please contact us, we are here for you