Aftercare; What To Expect Following Treatment - Energist UltraPlus VPL System User Manual

Energist UltraPlus VPL™ System
assessed individually, but generally an increase in the amount of melanin in
the skin would indicate that a lower energy should be used.

7.12 Aftercare

If required, soothing gel may be applied to the treated area. It is
recommended that topical applications used do not have anti-inflammatory
properties such as Aloe Vera or Tea Tree, but which have the effect of cooling
the area and possibly include antiseptic properties.
For those clients undergoing sun damage treatment they should be given 'life
style' consultations, including dietary, exercise and sun bathing advice.
The Client should be advised to refrain from:
using cosmetic make-up, perfumed soaps and similar products for
about 24 hours following treatment. Use products developed for
sensitive skin
exposure to the sun or sunbeds should be avoided for about 4 weeks
prior to treatment and about 14 days following
hot baths & showers, saunas, steam rooms & public swimming pools
for 24 hours post-treatment
tight clothing in the area treated (including boots and tights)
excessive exercise both indoor and outdoor for 24 hours
Use of a good sunscreen for at least 5 days for facial sun damage
treatments
Smoking 2 hours pre & post treatment
Keep well hydrated
Use a good range of active skin products (such as Vitamin C, Vitamin
A, etc)
Avoid anti-inflammatory preparations for ± 7 days if possible (such as
ibuprofen, Ibuleve, difflam, etc.)
If the area is overtreated and small blisters, or crusting, is evident ensure the
client takes greater care. Advise them not to pick at these as this may
increase the risk of superficial scarring and to use preparations which have
good antiseptic properties.

7.12.1 What to Expect Following Treatment

The immediate after effect is that the treated area should become slightly red,
which is evidence of erythema. Unlike hair removal where the hairs fall out,
the changes that are induced from the treatment take time and are usually not
very noticeable when viewed every day.
To ensure a successful treatment outcome there are a number of reactions
that you may look for after a treatment has been undertaken. The sensation
varies from client to client so be careful to note skin reactions. The following
list describes the reactions that should be evident immediately after treatment.
Skin Therapies
Reactions to look for:
Slight stinging sensation for client.
Mild erythema may be present
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