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• Avoid sun exposure (apply sunscreen daily and do not tan at all – including self-tanner) for 2 to 4 weeks before and after treatments.
• Do not use any skin irritants or retinol products (or products containing tretinoin) or exfoliants on the area to be treated for one week.
• Avoid Accutane (or isotretinoin products) for 6 months prior. Let your doctor know if you have a history of hyperpigmentation.
• If you have a history of fever blisters/cold sores, notify your provider. (We can write you a prescription for a prophylactic antiviral therapy to start prior to the treatment to prevent a flare up of cold sores.)
• If you bruise easily, you may want to take supplemental over-the-counter Arnica or eat pineapple to reduce the incidence of bruising/bleeding.
• On the day of your appointment:
• Come to your appointment with a clean face- remove all makeup if the area to be treated is the face. If applicable, dress so that you may modestly expose the treatment area.

• Immediately after treatment, most patients will experience erythema (redness) for 1-3 days, however for more aggressive treatments this may last longer. Slight to moderate edema (swelling) and a mild to moderate sunburn sensation are also common post treatment and may last 1-3 days. Skin may crust and peel for 2-7 days depending on treatment settings.
• Before discharge a topical ointment may be applied to the face, no bandages or wraps are necessary.
• There are no restrictions on bathing except to treat the skin gently, avoid scrubbing or trauma to the treated area.
• Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation and use of zinc oxide sun block SPF 30+ is recommended.
• Makeup may be worn once the skin is no longer open (typically 48-72 hours after treatment).
• Keep the area moisturized and covered with Aquaphor or Instant Balm. If you experience discomfort or itching, you may take Tylenol or Benadryl in the evening.
• Multiple treatments over a period of several months may be required to achieve the desired response.

Please do not hesitate to call the office with any questions or concerns at 567-560-5558.