Treatment recommendations

• It is recommended to get a minimum of 3+ treatments for optimum results for skin concerns such as enlarged pores, fine lines, minor scarring and anti-ageing benefits.

• For skin concerns regarding post-surgical scarring, stretch marks, severe acne scarring and deep wrinkles it is advised to get a course of 6+ treatments to see an overall skin improvement.

• It is not advised to get a treatment if you have severe, inflamed active or pustule acne, as this treatment can spread acne to other areas of the face and can cause more scarring.

• It is recommended to wait a minimum of 4 weeks between treatments to allow enough time for your skin’s natural wound healing response.

• For clients with medium to dark skin tones or skin that is prone to hyperpigmentation, we advise you to prep the skin with a melanin inhibitor and continue to use this between treatments. We highly recommend the Skinstitut™ Even Blend serum from the 2 weeks prior leading up to the treatment. This will help reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation following the treatment.

Pre-treatment care

2 weeks prior to treatment:

• Avoid Laser Hair Removal, waxing, depilatory creams, and IPL treatments on the face

• Avoid Cosmetic Grade Peels

• Avoid Cosmetic Injectables

• Avoid sun exposure, always wear SPF

• For clients with medium to dark skin tones or prone to hyperpigmentation, we advise you to prep the skin with a melanin inhibitor such as the Skinstitut™ Even Blend serum from the 2 weeks prior leading up to the treatment. This will help reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation after the treatment.

1 week prior to treatment:

• Avoid exfoliating skin care products and Retinol (Vitmain A) products

• Avoid Sun exposure for prolonged periods of time to avoid sun burn and sensitising skin

• Avoid fake tanning products

Post-treatment after care

Immediately after treatment:

• Any redness and irritation will subside within 3-4 hours. For the first 48 hours, avoid excessive sun exposure, hot showers, saunas and any strenuous exercise or sweating to the area as your face may feel slightly warm and is best to avoid any other unwanted heat to the area as possible.

• Avoid swimming pools at least for the next 48 hours.

• Use the skin Repair balm given to you as much as you need following your treatment if skin starts to feel dry and tight. It is recommended to only use this immediately after and the following day after your treatment.

• Use the correct aftercare for the first week after your treatment. Your aftercare should only involve gentle hydrating products such as Hyaluronic serum, Skin Repair balm and a Gentle cleanser.

• Avoid active and exfoliating products for the next 5-7 days after the treatment avoiding products such as Retinol (Vitamin A), Glycolic cleansers, Vitamin C or other active serums.

• Skin could potentially scab or flake off within the week following your treatment as your skin begins its healing response. Don't pull or pick any loose skin after the treatment and keep up with hydrating skincare products.

• For clients with medium to dark skin tones or skin that is prone to hyperpigmentation, we advise you to keep using a melanin inhibitor, such as the Skinstitut™ Even Blend serum for the whole duration between your treatments. This will help reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation following your treatments. We have the Even Blen serum available to purchase in studio.

1 week after Treatment:

• You may return to your usual skincare routine and active products including Vitamin C serums, Glycolic acid, retinol (Vitamin A) products and any other active serum/products which you may be using.

• Continue to use SPF sunscreen protection daily to minimize further sun damage or pigmentation.