PRE-SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

  • Exfoliate: exfoliating the skin a few days to one week before the treatment is an excellent
    way of preparing the area for treatment, getting rid of dead skin cells and creating a clear
    surface to work on.
  • Shower, clean the area
  • No sauna
  • No blood thinners or pain killers (paracetamol only)
  • No supplements eg. Fish oil; must stop using it at least 1 week before the treatment
  • No caffeine the day of your treatment
  • No alcohol at least 24 hours before your treatment
  • Do not use any oils, lotions, creams including numbing cream on the area being treated.
  • Make sure you eat before your appointment

AFTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS

During the first 48 hours:

  • Wear loose-fitting clothing
  • Do not wash first 24 hours, if necessary only use antiseptic soap and dry the area with
    clean tissues
  • Apply the aftercare ointment morning and night or as directed by your artist.
  • If swelling occurs apply a cold compress over the top of your clothes on the area in 10
    minute intervals to help with the swelling

Routine for the next 7+ days

  • Apply the aftercare every 4-6 hours or as needed to stimulate the healing stage.
  • Avoid vigorous exercise that may cause excessive sweating
  • Avoid the sauna, excessive heat
  • Avoid swimming (pools, beach, spa)
  • Do not pick or disturb the pigmented area. It may cause scarring or loss of pigmentation
  • Always sunscreen and refrain from sun exposure
  • Do not apply makeup or skincare products within the first week of treatment.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

Please expect the treated area to be red for up to 3 days, followed by slight itching as this is all part of the healing process similar to any other tattoo. The area will be darker up to week 3 during this process and it is NORMAL as it continues to heal. Actual results will start to settle at around week 6 of your treatment. Darker skin types may take longer to heal. Depending on your treatment plan, LED sessions may be required to stimulate blood circulation and lymphatic flow through the area for a faster healing process. The number of LED sessions will vary from individual to individual or area to area.