Pre & Post Treatment care
Pre-Care LaseMD Ultra
Skincare Products & Ingredients to Avoid:
- Retinol & Retinoids (Retin-A, Tretinoin): Stop 5-7 days before treatment.
- Hydroquinone & Skin Lightening Agents: Stop 5-7 days before treatment.
- AHAs/BHAs (Glycolic, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid): Stop 3-5 days before treatment.
- Benzoyl Peroxide & Acne Medications: Stop 3-5 days before treatment.
- Vitamin C Serums & Exfoliating Acids: Stop 3-5 days before treatment.
Hair Removal & Exfoliation Treatments to Avoid:
- Waxing, Threading, or Depilatory Creams: Stop 5-7 days before treatment.
- Chemical Peels & Microdermabrasion: Stop at least 2 weeks before treatment.
- Laser Hair Removal & IPL Treatments: Stop at least 2 weeks before treatment.
Medical & Injectable Treatments to Avoid:
- ·Botox & Dermal Fillers: Stop 1-2 weeks before treatment.
- Antibiotics (Certain Photosensitizing Medications): Stop 7-10 days before treatment (consult your doctor).
- Oral or Topical Steroids: Stop 1-2 weeks before treatment.
Other Precautions:
- Avoid Sun Exposure & Tanning (Including Self-Tanners) for at least 2 weeks before treatment.
- Avoid excessive alcohol consumption for 24-48 hours before treatment.
Post-Care LaseMD Ultra
First 24 Hours:
- Avoid touching, rubbing, or applying makeup to the treated area.
- Skin may feel warm, red, or slightly swollen—this is normal and should subside within 24-48 hours.
- Keep skin hydrated with a gentle, non-irritating moisturizer.
- Use cool compresses if needed for comfort (avoid direct ice application).
- Avoid excessive heat (hot showers, saunas, strenuous exercise).
Days 2-5:
- Expect mild dryness, flaking, or rough texture as the skin naturally exfoliates.
- Continue applying a hydrating moisturizer to support healing.
- Avoid sun exposure and apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily.
- Do not pick, scrub, or exfoliate peeling skin—let it shed naturally.
When to Resume Skincare & Medications:
- Gentle cleansers and moisturizers – Immediately after treatment.
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+) – The next morning and daily thereafter.
- Makeup – After 24 hours if skin is comfortable.
- Active skincare (retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, vitamin C, exfoliants) – Wait 5-7 days or until skin is fully healed.
- Prescription topicals (acne or anti-aging treatments) – Resume after 5-7 days with provider approval.
Long-Term Care & Maintenance:
- Use medical-grade skincare recommended by your provider to enhance and maintain results.
- Schedule follow-up treatments as advised for continued skin improvement and long-term rejuvenation.