1. Cool the area immediately following the treatment for 15-20 minutes with a sterile cold compress/ice pack.
2. Apply a generous amount of healing ointment/ soothing cream/ soothing gel over the treated area 3. Dress treatment area with sterile gauze, held on by medical tape
4. Cool area as needed in the following hours
5. Keep area covered for 24-48 hours (avoiding any debris/perfumes etc.)
6. Avoid: touching, rubbing, scratching, picking, or any friction in the treatment area as this may result in hypopigmentation, hyperpigmentation, infection or other undesired effects such as scarring.
7. Keep the area clean (antibiotic ointment/polysporin may be applied)
8. Avoid any exposure to sun or artificial tanning for a minimum of 2 weeks post treatment. SPF of at least 30 should be applied, and reapplied every two hours as necessary.
9. Avoid any activity/environment which could cause excessive heat or perspiration (i.e.: fitness,
vigorous cleaning, etc) 24 prior to treatment and for 48 hours post treatment.
10. Avoid hot baths/hot showers/hot tubs or anything similar for one week post treatment. When showering use cool water, and gently pat dry – do not rub the treated area. Baths, hot tubs,
swimming pool, or any form of soaking are not recommended until all blistering and scabbing are completely healed, as they may increase the risk of infection.
11. Avoid chlorinated water (swimming pools) 24 hours pre/post treatment.
12. Avoid alcohol 48 hours pre/post treatment.
13. Should the treatment area be tanned/irritated prior to the treatment- further treatment WILL BE RESCHEDULED
HOT AND HUMID WEATHER CONDITIONS CAN AGGRAVATE SKIN IN THE
PERIOD IMMEDIATELY BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT.