What To Do Before Your Instant Glow Laser Facial Appointment

TWO WEEKS BEFORE YOUR TREATMENT...

• Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds.
• Apply sunscreen SPF 30+ daily, and wear barrier protection such as wide-brimmed hats, large sunglasses and protective clothing when outdoors.
• Avoid aesthetic treatments that may cause irritation to your skin in the treatment area.
• Not sure? Reach out to us if you’ve had sun exposure or have other aesthetic treatments scheduled, as we may need to reschedule your appointment.

THREE DAYS BEFORE YOUR TREATMENT...

• Avoid topical irritants — these potentially include harsh soaps, medicated washes, scrubs, oils, retinols, scented lotions and peels.

THE DAY OF YOUR TREATMENT…

• Remove any products such as makeup, lotion, sunscreen, etc. from the area being treated before your appointment. If you forget this one, we’ll have wipes on hand.
• Cover any tattoos on or near the treatment area with a physical barrier—we can help you with this when you arrive! 

A Few More Things We Need To Know

ANY CHANGES TO YOUR MEDICAL HISTORY…

• New diagnosis? New pregnancy? New medications? We need to know. Please tell us, as some medical conditions and medications are not compatible with laser treatments. It may be necessary to reschedule your appointment, as your health and safety are always our top priority!

IF YOU GET COLD SORES…

• If you have a history of HSV-1 or HSV-2 and we are treating those areas, we recommend you take an antiviral medication starting 24-48 hours before your treatment to help prevent an outbreak, and continuing for three to five days after. Contact your primary care provider if you need prescription medication.