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Refrain from touching the skin until the pores have had a chance to close this will prevent transfer of bacteria from hands to face and prevent infection. Use a gentle face wash to cleanse the skin but do not massage the skin post treatment for 2 weeks Avoid soap and exfoliation and use a clean towel to pat face dry - only use Luke warm water and avoid extremes of temperature. Use of an intensive moisturiser for a week after the treatment is advised as the skin may feel drier than usual - this is quite normal Avoid fragranced skin care for 3-5 days post treatment to avoid irritation. Make up may be applied once the skin has settled but ensure all make up brushes are scrupulously clean to avoid risk of potential infection. Avoid extreme temperatures for two weeks post treatment- sunbeds, sun exposure, steam baths, saunas. Apply a moisturiser with a sunscreen daily at least SPF 30 Avoid electrolysis, waxing, bleaching or depilatory creams for 72 hours. Do not swim in chlorinated water for approximately 14 days. Report any skin concerns to your practitioner.

For 12 hours after treatment No heavy make up For 24 hours after treatment : No swimming, No facial waxing For 48 hours after treatment No sauna, sun beds or sun exposure. No Botox, collagen injections or dermal fillers. For 72 hours after treatment Do not use anti ageing creams - AHAs, Glycolics or retinol. Do not use exfoliating products. At all times during the course of microdermabrasion SPF 15 must be applied and exposure to UV should be avoided. Regular moisturiser applications are vital to replenish moisture and prevent the skin from becoming dry and peeling. Skin products must be between ph 4.5 and 7 Skin care that contains a high percentage of botanicals and essential oils are UNSUITABLE for use after microdermabrasion treatment as some ingredients may cause an allergic reaction. Gentle soothing products free from the above ingredients should be used during the course.

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Hydro Facial Aftercare Advice For 12 Hours after treatment No heavy makeup up For 24 hours after treatment No sauna, steam, sun beds or sun exposure. No anti wrinkle injections, collagen injections or dermal fillers For 72 hours after treatment Avoid using active ingredients on the skin Do not use anti ageing creams, AHAs, Glycolics or Retinol Do not use exfoliating products these can irritate the skin post treatment At all times during a course SPF 30 should be worn daily - regular moisturising is vital to prevent the skin becoming dry and peeling.

Avoid Retinols/AHA,glycolic acid and exfoliation 48 hours prior to Hydro Facial Avoid waxing/shaving the treatment area 24/36 hours prior to the hydro facial Facial peels - avoid facial peels prior to hydro facial If a peel has been performed 20% or above wait 4 weeks before booking a hydro facial Facial Sun exposure - avoid sun beds and exposing your face to the sun before hydro facial and wear an SPF 30 or higher daily Make up - please come to the appointment make up free Big Events - schedule your hydro facial 48-72 hours prior to the event - skin irritation can occur after treatment Botox/dermal fillers - allow 14 days before a hydro facial Laser treatments - allow at least 2 weeks after laser treatment before booking a hydro facial Microneedling - do not use 4 weeks prior to hydro facial

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Waxing After care advice After waxing mild redness, swelling and a pin prick reaction is normal and should dissipate after 8-10 hours it is important to follow the aftercare below to promote healing of the skin. For 48 hours after waxing treatment Avoid heat - includes saunas, steams, sunbeds, hot showers or baths. Showers and baths should be cool for the first 48 hours. Swimming or Jacuzzis - risk of infection For 24 hours after treatment Avoid tight restrictive clothing after body waxing (friction can create heat build up & cause irritation) Wear loose clothing to avoid irritation Avoid perfumed body lotion - the alcohol in the product can irritate the skin Facial waxing aftercare advice Avoid make up on the area for 24 hours Avoid heat as above - 48 hours Avoid swimming as above - 48 hours Avoid touching or picking the area to avoid - transferring bacteria from hands to the waxed area When cleansing and moisturising avoid the waxed area for 24 hours to avoid irritation from products

After a Lash Lift treatment avoid the following for 24 hours Mascara and eye make up Avoid getting wet - when cleansing avoid the area Swimming, jacuzzis, heat treatments - sauna, steam baths