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pre-treatment advice

Dermalux led 
light therapy

pre-treatment
contra-indications
Aftercare

Pre-treatment Advice

  • Refrain from taking any photosensitive medications in accordance with the table below. Do not stop taking any prescribed medications without first consulting your doctor.
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure in the 7 days preceding your treatment

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:

  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding
  • You are sunburnt or wind burnt
  • You have epilepsy or seizures triggered by light. If you have not had a seizure in the past 5 years, treatment may be performed with GP consent. In all other circumstances, it will not be safe to treat
  • You suffer from a metabolic disorder such as Porphyria
  • You suffer from an autoimmune disorder such as Lupus Erythematous (an inflammatory autoimmune disease)
  • You suffer Polymorphic light eruption (rash triggered by sunlight or artificial light)
  • You suffer a photosensitive disorder such as photosensitive eczema
  • You suffer from Hypomelanism (Albanism)
  • You suffer from light-induced migraines
  • You are taking a photo-sensitive medication (see list below)
  • Cancer – If you have active cancer you will not be able to undergo the treatment.
  • Clients in partial remission from cancer may be treated with GP consent. If you are in full remission, it will be safe to treat
  • Eye disease and conditions – these include glaucoma, cataracts, age-related macular degeneration and laser eye surgery. If you are currently undergoing or have recently undergone treatment for an eye condition, medical practitioner consent will be required
  • Use of St Johns Wart- taken in regular high doses, this may increase the risk of a phototoxic reaction
  • If you smoke, use sunbeds or have regular sun exposure, additional Dermalux treatments may be required to achieve the desired result
  • Please be aware that other substances have been known to increase sensitivity to light, including antiperspirants, anti-bacterial soaps, artificial sweeteners, mothballs, petroleum products, and brightening agents found in laundry detergents and calcium sulphide. Photosensitivity may also be caused by certain perfumes applied to the treatment area. Photosensitivity produces a skin reaction that presents as an erythema reaction similar to a sunburn.

Aftercare advice

  • Immediately after the treatment, the skin may feel warm and may appear red due to the increased blood circulation in your skin. The skin should return to normal within 1 to 2 hours
  • In some circumstances, you may experience a mild headache following the treatment. This can be treated with an appropriate pain killer and rehydration
  • Make up may be applied immediately after the treatment
  • To enhance the effects of your treatment, your therapist will recommend a skin care regime for optimal skin health
  • Return for repeat procedures in accordance with your therapist’s advice

 

Photosensitive medications for Dermalux LED Light Therapy

About us

At Richmond House Beauty just as much importance is placed on surroundings, comfort and client experience as is given to delivering exceptional treatments.

We are constantly striving to exceed your expectations at every stage in your salon experience, from the moment you book your appointment to post-treatment follow-up.

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Winchester


Richmond House

Main Road

Otterbourne

Winchester

SO21 2EQ

Stockbridge


Bridge House
High Street

Stockbridge

SO20 6HB

Contact us

Winchester

Tel: 01962 714 444

Email: otterbourne@richmondhousebeauty.co.uk

Stockbridge:

Tel: 01264 598 029

Email: stockbridge@richmondhousebeauty.co.uk

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