Pre & Post Advanced Treatment Information

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** Things to know before getting a microdermabrasion treatment **

• no exfoliating 1-3 days prior, that includes: AHAs, retinoids, salicylic acids, and benzoyl peroxide 

• no tanning, including spray tanning the week before 

• rosacea, warts, open sores, pustules, eczema, and uncontrolled diabetes are contraindications of this treatment

• Schedule your treatment at a time when minor swelling or peeling will not disrupt your social obligations

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** Things to know before getting a chemical peel **

• Avoid sun exposure prior to treatment. Sunburned skin cannot be treated.

• Do not bleach, wax, tweeze or use depilatory creams in treatment area for 3 days prior to treatment

• Discontinue use of retinoid, and Hydroquinone products 3 days prior to
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• Discontinue use of  Alpha Hydroxyl Acids, Glycolic Acids, and exfoliants 3 days prior to peel

• Schedule your treatment at a time when minor swelling or peeling will not disrupt your social obligations

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After Care

• you need to avoid sun as much as possible for 3 days after, and you MUST apply sun screen daily.

• this treatment takes 30-60% of the top layer of your epidermis off, which means anything put on your skin absorbs 100% so you really should be careful and look into the products you’re using at home or of course ask me questions! 

• certain facials, laser treatments, injections, electrolysis and WAXING are off limits a week before your treatment as well as a week after your treatment

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