What is this treatment/what does it do/what does it treat?

This treatment is a micro epidermal peel and removes problematic areas on the top layer of skin

Good for scars, wrinkles, texture and pigmentation

How long does this treatment take?

Depending on the area of treatment any where from 5-25 minutes

Is there downtime?

The downtime can last up to 2 weeks. This includes 'coffee grind' like texture on the skin, flaking, and in some extreme cases, hiving and blisters may occur.

What does it feel like?

It feels like a really light snap with an elastic band against your skin, or like if someone lightly flicked you, as the applicator moves around the treatment area.

Post treatment your skin may feel warm, like a sunburn, and can remain red for anywhere from a few hours to two weeks.

What should I do before this treatment?

Make sure your skin is clean. Do not apply any lotions, creams or makeup before your session, and stop using any products that might irritate your skin 2-3 days before. You must also avoid any tanning, including self-tanners.

What should I do post treatment?

Be sure to keep your skin cool for at least 48 hours and avoid anything that create heat (such as hot showers, saunas, going to the gym, the sun, etc). Be sure to apply Vitamin E ointment and Sunscreen is a must.

Are results permanent?

Results depends on how your skin reacts to the treatment and how you care for your skin afterward. For example, if you protect your skin from the sun, the results will last longer. We recommend one touch-up session every 3-6 months, depending on how your skin responds to the treatment.

Should this be done in a series?

To see lasting results, it is recommended between 3 to 6 treatments. Individual results vary.

Client Compliance Pre-Treatment

1. Discontinue Accutane 6 months prior to treatment.
2. Discontinue use of Retinoic Acid products 2 weeks to treatment.
3. Avoid sun exposure or the use of tanning beds and self-tanners for at least 4-8 weeks, prior and/or between Laser treatments (dependant on skin type).
4. Report all skin diseases, viruses, infections, cold sores, eczema or allergies.
5. Report any changes/updates to your medical health history.
6. Do not exfoliate, use glycolic acid, benzyl peroxide or any other skin irritants one week, prior to treatment.
7. Avoid Microdermabrasion’s or peels for two weeks prior to treatment (notify treating practitioner if these kinds of treatments have been performed within 3 weeks prior to treatment).
8. If the skin is red, irritated or sunburned, the Laser treatment must be rescheduled.
9. Report all medication taken within 2-3 weeks of the treatment.
10. Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to the clinical treatment.
11. Avoid alcohol 48 hours prior to treatment.

Client Compliance Post Treatment

1. Avoid direct sunlight or tanning beds for at least 2 weeks after a treatment. Apply Sun Protective Cream of SPF 50+, 15 minutes prior to sun exposure and 15 minutes afterwards. Keep reapplying as needed throughout the day. Consider using protective cotton gloves for driving, a hat to protect facial areas.
2. Apply sterile cold packs/cold compresses to the treated area for at least 15 minutes after the treatment, and as necessary in the following hours.
3. It is recommended to apply antibiotic ointment to prevent infection (subject to the Physician's discretion).
4. Until the skin has healed, wash your face with a soap free cleanser.
5. If there are scabs or blisters, make-up should not be used for 4-5 days.
6. For at least three weeks post Laser, do not use harsh topical exfoliators, glycolic acid, benzyl peroxide, acne creams etc.
7. Avoid touching, rubbing, peeling or picking of the skin, as this may cause hyper/hypo-pigmentation, infection or scaring.
8. Gently apply soothing creams/moisturizers on the following days.
9. For 1 week, avoid hot baths, showers, hot tubs and saunas. When showering and washing, gently pat dry and do not rub.
10. Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours following clinical treatment.
11. Avoid alcohol 48 hours post treatment.

HOT AND HUMID WEATHER CONDITIONS CAN AGGRAVATE SKIN IN THE PERIOD IMMEDIATELY BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT.