PRIOR TO YOUR LASER TATTOO REMOVAL APPOINTMENT -

- Avoid skin exposure to UV (sun or tanning beds) 2 weeks prior to your appointment.

- NO FAKE TAN MUST BE PRESENT ON THE SKIN ! This can react with the laser and cause burns to the skin.

- Shave hair in treatment area 24 hours prior to treatment.

- Avoid alcohol or smoking the night before and on the day of treatment.

- Do not wear makeup, lotions or creams on the treatment area on the day of treatment.

- Do not undergoing skin peels or laser in the treatment area within 4 weeks of your treatment.

- Do not use bleaching creams or perfumed products for 48 hours before your treatment.

- Do not exercise before your treatment.

- Avoid exfoliating microdermabrasion for at least 1 week before your treatment.

- Keep the intended area clean and dry.

- Hydrate the body with plenty of water prior.

AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT -

- A cold compress may be applied to the treatment area if it feels uncomfortable.

- Apply aloe vera gel to relive any sensation of sunburn or itching.

- Avoid restrictive clothing over the treatment area.

- Avoid use of creams containing salicylic or glycolic acid.

- Avoid shaving or using deodorant or perfumes in the treatment area for 48 hours.

- Avoid swimming, saunas, hot baths or hot showers for 1 week.

- Avoid aerobic exercise for 24 hours.

- Avoid sun exposure or use strong sunblock if sun exposure is unavoidable (factor 30+)

- Avoid excessive scrubbing or exfoliation of the skin for 1 week,

- Do not use self tanning products for 1 week on the treatment area.

- Do not pick or scratch any crusting on the skin.

- Do not undergo any waxing, tweezing or threading for the duration of the treatment course.

- Keep the treated area clean and dry for 48 hours.

*you must follow the treatment advice above. You should notify your therapist should there be any changes to your medical situation between treatments. *