Pigmented Pre/Postcare

Recommended Pre & Post Care for Pigmented Lesion Treatments

Before Your Treatment

  • Do not wear makeup on the day of treatment
  • No sun-tanning or self-tanners 4 weeks prior to treatment
  • Includes spray tans, tanning lotions, tanning beds, sun exposure, etc.
  • Some medications or supplements may increase the risk bruising. Please let your clinician know your medications.
  • Avoid treatments that may irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks prior to treatment (waxing, depilatories, etc.)
  • Notify clinic with any changes to your health history or medications since your last appointment
  • History of herpes or cold sores may require an anti-viral prescription prior to treatment

After Your Treatment

  • Avoid sun exposure and use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen to prevent further sun damage
  • Bruising, redness and swelling are common and resolve with time
  • Treated pigment will turn darker (brown to black) within 24-48 hours
  • Do not pick at treated areas
  • Treated pigment will exfoliate off the face in approximately 1 week
  • Treated pigment will exfoliate off the body in approximately 2-3 weeks
  • Avoid heat – hot tubs, saunas, etc. for 1-2 days
  • Avoid skin irritants (examples below) a few days post-treatment:
  • Avoid products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.
  • Notify our office of any concerns (blistering, excessive redness/swelling, etc.)
  • Resume skin care regime after skin healed.