Prior to scheduling
Pre/Post Care + Contraindications
Please read through the provided Pre/Post Care + Contraindications for your selected services prior to scheduling:
Facials & Body Treatments
PRE-CARE
If possible, please arrive without product or makeup.
Please drink plenty of fresh, clean water & stay hydrated prior to your appointment
Avoid extreme sun exposure 48 hours before your appointment. (Though preferably always!)
Please avoid the use of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Retinoid products (Retin A, Differin, etc) & harsh exfoliants for a minimum of 5-7 days prior to your appointment to prevent the limitation of treatment options.
Use of Accutane causes photosensitivity & thinning of the skin. It's important to disclose if you are currently using or have been using within the past 12 months prior to treatment.
Use of topical or oral antibiotics causes sensitizing & weakening of the skin. It's important to disclose any use of these within 2-6 weeks of treatment.
POST-CARE
Plan on being makeup free following your appointment for a minimum of 6 hours.
Avoid washing your face for 8 hours.
Avoid picking at your skin or using abrasive skincare products such as scrubs or retinoids for 3 days.
Avoid direct sources of heat or community shared activities for up to 48 hours. (Saunas, hot tubs, pools, tanning beds, open flames)
Avoid exercising for 8 hours. You don't want to lose the benefits of the products on your skin when you sweat it all off.
Try to avoid alcoholic beverages, fried foods, & smoking for 3 days. These are just a few things that contribute to glycation (aging process). During & immediately following your facial, your skin is undergoing cellular processes to regenerate and repair. Glycation counteracts these processes. Not cool, right?
Drink plenty of fresh, clean water to stay hydrated which in turn keeps your skin happy & hydrated.
Avoid direct sun exposure for 24 hours after your appointment. (Though preferably always!)
Always wear SPF30 or higher with broad spectrum coverage (blocking both UVA & UVB rays). Please reapply throughout the day.
Book your next treatment & continue your recommended home-care regimen.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Photosensitive medications & use of Accutane limit product & treatment options
Recent use of AHAs, BHAs, retinoid products, & skin peeling/thinning exfoliants minimize treatment options/modalities & limit or prevent massaging
SUNBURN or recent excessive sun exposure (includes tanning beds)
Open lesions
Bacterial infections (impetigo, warts, active cold sores, boils, conjunctivitis, styes)
Fungal infections (ringworm, blepharitis,
Viral infections (flu, cold/cough, covid19, fever)
Undiagnosed lumps/swelling or rash
Facial surgery within past 2 months or recent scar tissue
Botox within 1-2 weeks depending on amount & placement.
In addition, massage is contraindicated for: inflammation, high blood pressure, osteoporosis (for shoulder & back)
*Cannot receive treatment until conditions are resolved or medications have been discontinued for proper amount of time. Certain contraindications require a doctor's note to receive treatment. A doctor's note is required after using any of the above prescription medications or after communicable diseases have been present.
*As a Master Esthetician, I am unable to diagnose & will refer unknown conditions to a dermatologist.
*Always talk to your doctor before stopping or changing prescribed use of any prescription medications or regimens.
Dermaplaning
PRE-CARE
All of the "Facial" section applies plus:
Avoid extreme sun exposure for 1-2 weeks before your appointment. (Though preferably always!)
Please avoid the use of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Retinoid products (Retin A, Differin, etc) & harsh exfoliants for a minimum of 7 days prior to your appointment to prevent the limitation of treatment options.
See contraindications
POST-CARE
All of the "Facial" section applies plus:
Do not use scrubs or other exfoliation products for 7 days.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours to prevent irritation & introducing bacteria which causes breakouts.
Avoid makeup & spray tanning for 24 hours.
Avoid other facial beauty treatments for 3 days.
Avoid saunas or steam treatments for 7 days.
Avoid prolonged sun or heat exposure for 7 days & ALWAYS apply & reapply that SPF!
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Inflamed acne
Rash, wound, or open lesions
Rosacea/sensitive & reactive skin or dermatitis
Skin cancer / radiation / or recent scar tissue
Uncontrolled diabetes
Topical retinoids used within 7 days
Accutane used within past 6 months
Recent chemical peel
Photosensitizing medications within 2-6 weeks depending on length of use
Steroid medications
SUNBURN or recent excessive sun exposure (includes tanning beds)
Bacterial/viral/fungus infections (see facial contraindications for examples
Botox within 1-2 weeks depending on amount & placement.
*Cannot receive treatment until conditions are resolved or medications have been discontinued for proper amount of time. Certain contraindications require a doctor's note to receive treatment. A doctor's note is required after using any of the above prescription medications or after communicable diseases have been present.
*As a Master Esthetician, I am unable to diagnose & will refer unknown conditions to a dermatologist.
*Always talk to your doctor before stopping or changing prescribed use of any prescription medications or regimens.
Microdermabrasion
PRE-CARE
All of the "Facial / Back Treatment" section applies plus:
Avoid extreme sun exposure for 1-2 weeks before your appointment. (Though preferably always!)
Please avoid the use of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Retinoid products (Retin A, Differin, etc) & harsh exfoliants for a minimum of 7 days prior to your appointment to prevent the limitation of treatment options.
See contraindications
POST-CARE
All of the "Facial / Back Treatment" section applies plus:
Do not use scrubs, other exfoliation products, or anti-aging/photosensitizing products (AHAs, salicylic, retinoids) for 3 days.
Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, & steam treatments for 24 hours to prevent irritation, overheating, & introducing bacteria to the skin which causes breakouts.
Avoid makeup & spray tanning for 24 hours.
Avoid other facial beauty treatments for 3 days.
Avoid prolonged sun or heat exposure for 7 days & ALWAYS apply & reapply that SPF!
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Inflamed acne
Rash, wound, or open lesions
Rosacea
Skin cancer / radiation
Facial surgery within past 2 months or with recent scar tissue
A history of hypertrophic scarring anywhere on body
Topical retinoids used within 7 days
Recent chemical peel
Photosensitizing medications within 2-6 weeks depending on length of use
Steroid medications
SUNBURN or recent excessive sun exposure (includes tanning beds)
Prone to Telangiectasia (Broken/distended capillaries)
Bacterial/viral/fungus infections (see facial contraindications for examples)
Botox within 1-2 weeks depending on amount & placement.
*Cannot receive treatment until conditions are resolved or medications have been discontinued for proper amount of time. Certain contraindications require a doctor's note to receive treatment. A doctor's note is required after using any of the above prescription medications or after communicable diseases have been present.
*As a Master Esthetician, I am unable to diagnose & will refer unknown conditions to a dermatologist.
*Always talk to your doctor before stopping or changing prescribed use of any prescription medications or regimens.
LED Phototherapy
PRE-CARE
All of the "Facial" section applies plus:
Avoid extreme sun exposure for 1 week before your appointment. (Though preferably always!)
Please avoid the use of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Retinoid products (Retin A, Differin, etc) & harsh exfoliants for a minimum of 5-7 days prior to your appointment to prevent the limitation of treatment options.
See contraindications
POST-CARE
Plan on being makeup free following your appointment for a minimum of 6 hours.
Avoid washing your face for 8 hours.
You can resume normal activities immediately following treatment with no additional down time or discomfort with exception of recommending to: avoid alcoholic beverages, fried foods, & smoking for 3 days. These are just a few things that contribute to glycation (aging process). During & immediately following your treatment, your skin is undergoing cellular processes to regenerate and repair. Glycation counteracts these processes. Not cool, right?
Drink plenty of fresh, clean water to stay hydrated which in turn keeps your skin happy & hydrated.
Avoid direct sun exposure & excessive bright lights for at least 48 hours. Always wear SPF30 or higher with broad spectrum coverage (blocking both UVA & UVB rays). Please reapply throughout the day.
Application of recommended home-care protocol is essential to support your skin's transformation.
For best results, a series of 8-12 treatments (performed twice or three times a week) is recommended. Results improve progressively with each additional treatment. To continue progression, you can begin a new series of treatments after completing your previous series.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Photosensitizing medications
Steroid medications
SUNBURN or recent excessive sun exposure (includes tanning beds)
Pregnancy
Epilepsy or seizure disorder
Hypo/Hyper thyroid
Photo-allergy
Bacterial/viral/fungus infections (see facial contraindications for examples
*Cannot receive treatment until conditions are resolved or medications have been discontinued for proper amount of time. Certain contraindications require a doctor's note to receive treatment. A doctor's note is required after using any of the above prescription medications or after communicable diseases have been present.
*As a Master Esthetician, I am unable to diagnose & will refer unknown conditions to a dermatologist.
*Always talk to your doctor before stopping or changing prescribed use of any prescription medications or regimens.
Lash Tinting / Brow Tinting
PRE-CARE
As a precaution, a sensitivity patch test is recommended 24-48 hours prior to the procedure. Any itching, irritation, swelling, or redness during exposure time or within 24-48 hours after the test prohibits proceeding with treatment. *You may choose to decline the patch test upon reading possible adverse reactions & signing the consent form.
If possible, arrive to your appointment without makeup or product.
POST-CARE
A "clear" sensitivity patch test does not guarantee impossibility of an allergic reaction during subsequent procedures. Please consult a doctor if there is any doubt about a possible reaction to the tinting.
Avoid contact with water for 24 hours.
Avoid aggressive cosmetic treatments (scrubs, peels, alcohol-containing products) & steam (baths & saunas).
Do not use lotions, toners, & creams in the eyebrow area.
Book your next appointment in 5-7 weeks.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Brows: recent waxing in the treatment area
Brows: photosensitive medications & use of Accutane
Brows: SUNBURN or recent excessive sun exposure (includes tanning beds)
Brows: Open lesions, flaky skin, or rash in the treatment area
Fragile hairs in the treatment area
Bacterial infections (impetigo, warts, active cold sores, boils, conjunctivitis, styes)
Fungal infections (ringworm, blepharitis)
Viral infections (flu, cold/cough, Covid19, fever)
Inflammation or diseases of mucous membranes & eyes
*Cannot receive treatment until conditions are resolved or medications have been discontinued for proper amount of time. Certain contraindications require a doctor's note to receive treatment. A doctor's note is required after using any of the above prescription medications or after communicable diseases have been present.
*As a Master Esthetician, I am unable to diagnose & will refer unknown conditions to a dermatologist.
*Always talk to your doctor before stopping or changing prescribed use of any prescription medications or regimens.
Lash Lift / Brow Lamination
PRE-CARE
As a precaution, a sensitivity patch test is recommended 24-48 hours prior to the procedure. Any itching, irritation, swelling, or redness during exposure time or within 24-48 hours after the test prohibits proceeding with treatment. *You may choose to decline the patch test upon reading possible adverse reactions & signing the consent form.
If possible, arrive to your appointment without makeup or product.
For lash lifts: remove contacts prior to procedure.
POST-CARE
A "clear" sensitivity patch test does not guarantee impossibility of an allergic reaction during subsequent procedures. Please consult a doctor if there is any doubt about a possible reaction to the treatment.
Avoid contact with water for 24 hours.
Avoid aggressive cosmetic treatments (scrubs, peels, alcohol-containing products) & steam (baths & saunas).
Do not use lotions, toners, & creams in the eyebrow area for 48 hours after the procedure.
Do NOT tint with henna after treatment or an adverse reaction may likely occur.
Book your next appointment in 4-6 weeks.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Brows: recent waxing in the treatment area
Brows: recent "henna" tattoo in the area
Brows: Photosensitive medications & use of Accutane
Brows: SUNBURN or recent excessive sun exposure (includes tanning beds)
Brows: Open lesions, flaky skin, or rash in the treatment area
Fragile hairs in treatment area
Bacterial infections (impetigo, warts, active cold sores, boils, conjunctivitis, styes)
Fungal infections (ringworm, blepharitis)
Viral infections (flu, cold/cough, Covid19, fever)
Inflammation or diseases of mucous membranes & eyes
*Cannot receive treatment until conditions are resolved or medications have been discontinued for proper amount of time. Certain contraindications require a doctor's note to receive treatment. A doctor's note is required after using any of the above prescription medications or after communicable diseases have been present.
*As a Master Esthetician, I am unable to diagnose & will refer unknown conditions to a dermatologist.
*Always talk to your doctor before stopping or changing prescribed use of any prescription medications or regimens.
Waxing
PRE-CARE
If possible, please arrive without product or makeup.
Avoid extreme sun exposure 48 hours before your appointment. (Though preferably always!)
Must avoid use of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), salicylic acid, Retinoid products (Retin A, Differin, etc) & harsh exfoliants for a minimum of 5-7 days prior to your appointment to prevent lifting & sensitivity.
Use of Accutane is a contraindication due to photosensitivity & thinning of the skin. Unfortunately, when in use waxing is not an option. You must wait a minimum of 6 months (possibly 12 months depending on the length of use) after your last treatment before waxing.
Use of topical or oral antibiotics are contraindications due to sensitizing & weakening of the skin. Unfortunately, when in use waxing is not an option & depending on how long you have been on the medication you must wait a minimum of 2-6 weeks before waxing.
POST-CARE
Plan on being makeup free following your appointment for a minimum of 6 hours.
Avoid saunas & swimming for 24-48 hours after.
Avoid extreme sun exposure 48 hours after your appointment. (Though preferably always!)
Focus on hydrating & nourishing serums for 3 days post wax to rebalance & strengthen the skin barrier.
Must avoid use of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), salicylic acid, Retinoid products (Retin A, Differin, etc) & harsh exfoliants for a minimum of 3 days after your appointment.
Regularly exfoliate to prevent cellular buildup & allow smoother hair removal on follow-up.
If it's your first wax appointment, reschedule in 2 weeks to target a new hair growth cycle, after that schedule every 4 weeks or as soon as the hair is 1/4 inch long.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Anti-biotics
Acne medication
Photosensitive medications
Recent use of AHAs, BHAs, retinoid products, & skin peeling/thinning exfoliants
SUNBURN or recent excessive sun exposure (includes tanning beds)
Open lesions
Active cold sores
Rash
Recent scar tissue
Active acne
Warts
Telangiectasia (Broken/distended capillaries)
*Cannot receive treatment until conditions are resolved or medications have been discontinued for proper amount of time. Certain contraindications require a doctor's note to receive treatment. A doctor's note is required after using any of the above prescription medications or after communicable diseases have been present.
*As a Master Esthetician, I am unable to diagnose & will refer unknown conditions to a dermatologist.
*Always talk to your doctor before stopping or changing prescribed use of any prescription medications or regimens.