Discontinue any manual or chemical exfoliation 5 days prior to treatment
Avoid direct sunlight for 5-7 days prior to treatment
Schedule facial waxing 2 weeks prior to treatment
Stop using retinol products at least 5 days prior to your appointment
Wait 2 weeks following laser treatments or laser hair removal for dermaplaning
Wait 4 weeks following botox/fillers for dermaplaning
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
If you are currently undergoing treatment for cancer or skin cancer a GP letter will be required
You have open wounds or sores in the treatment area
You have an active skin infection (bacterial, fungal or viral i.e herpes/warts)
You have an allergy to metals or stainless steel
Please let us know if you have any other allergies or have ever suffered anaphylaxis
You have a Haemorrhagic (bleeding) disorder or haemostatic (bleeding) dysfunction
Currently taking any drugs with the ingredient Isotretinoin, Roaccutane or any prescription strength Vitamin A in the past 12 months
You have diabetes
You are on any blood thinning medication (anticoagulants, Aspirin, St Johns Wort, Warfarin)
You have a history of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
You have a history of keloid scars
If you suffer from active acne or acne rosacea – please let us know prior to the treatment as it may be necessary to manage the acne with topical skincare prior to treatment
You have eczema or psoriasis in the area to be treated. Please also let us know if you suffer from chronic eczema or psoriasis on any other part of the body
You have a history of contact dermatitis
You are sunburnt or windburnt
You have a wound healing deficiency or disorder
Aftercare advice
Take 10-15 minutes to rest and relax following your massage
For maximum benefit leave the oils on your skin for at least 2-3 hours
Replenish fluids with plenty of water and restricting alcohol and caffeine intake
Refrain from heat exposure (e.g. sauna, steam room, sunbed), sunbathing and vigorous activities immediately after, as they may prevent full absorption of the oils
If you have received massage with Revive Morning Body Oil or Support Equilibrium, due to citrus oil content, please shower before exposing your skin to UV light
Consult your therapist for follow-up treatment or a program of continued treatments
Continue your treatment benefits at home by using the appropriate products indicated by your therapist
