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pre-treatment advice

Radio Frequency Facial

pre-treatment
contra-indications
Aftercare

Pre-treatment Advice

  • Avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks before & after your treatment
  • If you have a previous history of cold sores, Zovirax or other anti-viral medication may be used prophylactically prior to treatment and continued one week after treatment to prevent an outbreak. Our in-house doctor can prescribe this to you – please enquire for details.
  • Discontinue low strength retinol products 48 hours before treatment and prescription-strength (e.g. Tretinoin) 2 weeks before your treatment.
  • Do not have Botox, Fillers, chemical peel or microdermabrasion in the 4 weeks prior to your treatment
  • Drink water prior to your treatment as hydrated skin will experience better results

Contra-indications

The following may prevent or restrict the treatment. We will conduct a full consultation at your first appointment but please contact us prior to your appointment if any of the following apply to you:

Prevent

  • Active bacterial, fungal or viral infections (cold sores, styes, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis)
  • Sunburned skin
  • Inflamed acne
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Discontinue use of topical retinoids (retinol) 48 hours prior to your appointment, and prescription-strength vitamin A e.g., Tretinoin 2 weeks before treatment
  • Wait 6 months following oral isotretinoin or Roaccutane use before undergoing micro-needling
  • Metal pins or plates in the area to be treated
  • Tumour
  • Pacemakers or other medical implanted devices
  • Diabetes (uncontrolled)
  • Diagnosed Rosacea in the treatment area
  • Severe heart disease
  • Roaccutane in the last 12 months
  • Collagen vascular disease/Auto immune diseases (lupus, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis)
  • Active cancer/history of cancer
  • Light sensitive medication
  • Liver or kidney damage
  • History of keloid scarring
  • Epilepsy
  • Sunburn

GP note required:

  • Thyroid issues
  • Severe Asthma
  • History of cancer
  • High blood pressure (uncontrolled)

Restrict

  • Facial waxing – wait one week
  • Facial laser – wait two weeks
  • Superficial skin Peel – Wait 2 weeks
  • Excessive dental fillings/braces (with caution)
  • Botox, fillers – wait four weeks
  • Antibiotics – 10 days clear
  • Prescription Strength Retin A (Tretinoin)– stop 2 weeks before facial.
  • Stop low strength retinol 48 hours before treatment.
  • Open cuts or sores in the area to be treated
  • Topical steroids (wait 1 week)
  • Oral steroids (wait at least 1 month

 

Aftercare advice

Now that you have enjoyed a Radio Frequency facial, here are a few tips for aftercare

  • In rare cases, immediately after the treatment, there may be redness in the treatment area this may feel like a mild sunburn. The application of iced water during the first few hours after treatment or the application of aloe vera gel will reduce any discomfort
  • Make-up may be used after treatment
  • Avoid sun exposure for 48 hours
  • Avoid hot baths/showers and other heat treatments (sauna, steam room swimming pool) and treat the skin gently as if you had a sunburn for the next 24 hours
  • Avoid the gym or vigorous exercise for 24 hours after the treatment
  • Application of SPF 30 (minimum) is essential (but remember, this is ALWAYS essential). We can recommend a sunscreen suitable for your skin type
  • To enhance your results, we recommend starting a skin care regime compromising a Vitamin C, Sunscreen and Retinol. Your practitioner can recommend products that will be most suitable for you

Return for your next Radio Frequency facial after 1 month or book a course and return weekly for 4-6 weeks

Ask us about our Course Offers (Buy 5 get 1 free,)

 

Good Skincare Through a Healthy Lifestyle

Maintain your skin health by following the below recommendations.
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Eat a balanced diet
  • Take a vitamin supplement
  • Exercise regularly
  • Get plenty of sleep
  • Avoid smoking
  • Avoid tanning beds
  • Minimise alcohol consumption
  • Manage daily stress
  • Apply SPF30 (min) daily
  • Use a high-quality skincare