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Before & After Treatment Care

This guide helps you prepare for your treatment and care for your skin afterwards to ensure optimal results and a smooth recovery.

 

Quick Reminders

•    Always inform us of any new medications, skin treatments, or medical changes.
•    If you notice unusual swelling, intense discomfort, or signs of infection, contact us right away.
•    Consistency matters - follow your personalised skin plan for best long-term results.

 

For all treatments, consult your therapist if you have any concerns or experience excessive redness, swelling, or pain.

Preparing for your treatment

•    Avoid retinol, exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA), vitamin C serums, or harsh scrubs for 5 days prior.
•    No sunbeds or prolonged sun exposure 2 weeks before.
•    Avoid waxing, threading, electrolysis or laser on the area for 7 days prior.
•    If you’re prone to cold sores, let us know  you may need preventative medication.
•    Arrive with clean skin  no makeup, fake tan, or SPF on treatment day.
•    Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol 24 hours before.

•    Drink plenty of water before and after your appointment for optimal drainage.
•    Avoid heavy makeup or skincare the morning of treatment if possible.
•    Do not have Botox or fillers 2 weeks prior in the treatment area.
•    If feeling unwell (cold, infection, fever), reschedule - this treatment works with your immune system.

•    Discontinue retinol, tretinoin, exfoliating acids, or benzoyl peroxide 5 – 7 days before.
•    Avoid waxing, laser hair removal, or intense heat (sauna, steam) for 5 days prior.
•    Avoid self-tanning products on the face for 7 days.
•    Keep skin well moisturised and avoid any active breakouts or infections.
•    Sun exposure should be minimal - wear SPF 30+ every day before your peel.

After your treatment

  • Expect redness, warmth, and mild swelling for 24 – 48 hrs.
  • Keep skin clean & hydrated - use only the gentle cleanser and healing serum we recommend.
  • No makeup, exercise, saunas, or swimming for 24 – 48 hrs.
  • Avoid touching the treated area and do not pick at any dryness or flaking.
  • Wear broad spectrum SPF 30+ daily - avoid direct sun for 2 weeks.
  • No retinoids, vitamin C, acids or scrubs for 7 days.
  • Avoid Botox/fillers/laser for 2 weeks post-treatment.
  • White on prick marks can remain on the skin for 6-10 weeks post treatment
  • Expect redness, warmth, and mild swelling for 24–48 hrs.
  • Keep skin clean & hydrated - use only the gentle cleanser and healing serum we recommend.
  • No makeup, exercise, saunas, or swimming for 24–48 hrs.
  • Avoid touching the treated area and do not pick at any dryness or flaking.
  • Wear broad spectrum SPF 30+ daily - avoid direct sun for 2 weeks.
  • No retinoids, vitamin C, acids or scrubs for 7 days.
  • Avoid Botox/fillers/laser for 2 weeks post-treatment.
  • Drink plenty of water to help flush out toxins.
  • Avoid heavy makeup, alcohol, and salty foods for 24 hrs to optimise results.
  • Light exercise is fine, but avoid intense workouts or heat (sauna/steam) for 24 hrs.
  • Avoid Botox/fillers/laser for 2 weeks post-treatment.
  • Maintain your results with gentle cleansing and moisturising.
  • Skin may feel tight, dry or peel for several days - this is normal.
  • Do not pick or peel flaking skin - let it shed naturally.
  • Avoid heat, saunas, steam, and exercise for 48 hrs.
  • Use gentle cleanser & hydrating moisturiser only until peeling stops.
  • Absolutely no exfoliants, retinol or acids for at least 7 days.
  • Apply SPF 30+ daily and avoid direct sun for 2 weeks.
  • Avoid Botox/fillers/laser for 2 weeks post-treatment.
  • Avoid waxing, threading or laser on the area until fully healed.

Contact us

Rejuvenate Skin Experts
Unit 17, Wilcox House, Dunleavy Drive, Cardiff, CF11 0BA
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