PRE TREATMENT

- Avoid sun and UV exposure as much as possible 7 days before your treatment.

- It is recommended to delay use of Tretinoin, Retin-A, Renova, Differin, Tazorac Avage, EpiDuo, Ziana, skin lightening ingredients, Bleaching creams, Hydroquinone and Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids. Please consult your physician before discontinuing use of any prescription medications.

- It is recommended to discontinue use of topical over-the-counter medications, any exfoliating products, or ingredients such as scrubs, loofah brushes, washcloths, clarisonic devices, facial masks, salicylic and glycolic acids, benzoyl peroxide, and retinoids.

- It is recommended to discontinue and/or postpone all forms of hair removal of the area to be treated. This is including but not limited to; Electrolysis, tweezing, waxing, Depilatory Creams, Laser Hair removal and shaving.

-If you have received neurotoxin or filler injections or any other cosmetic treatments in the last two weeks, this treatment cannot be performed.

- Active eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis is not ideal for facial treatments. Consult with a dermatologist or schedule a skin consultation to better asses if you're a candidate for a facial treatment.

- If pregnant, nursing, or trying for pregnancy, please make your Skincare Specialist aware at the appointment time to ensure all non-recommended products & tools are left out of your treatment for your safety.

- Treatment may be postponed if any of the previous reasons will interfere with recommended treatment.

POST TREATMENT

-It is recommended to skip exercise and makeup for the rest of the day. Your skin has been intensively treated and prepped with some amazing products- it's best to give your skin a rest day and give the skin time to get the best results out of your treatment. If exercise or makeup is necessary, please be aware there is a chance the skin could have a reaction to excess heat, sweating, and other pores clogging factors.

-Avoid any exfoliants for several days after your treatment. Please ask your Skincare Specialist for specific directions on when you can return to using at home exfoliants.

-To maintain the best results, facials are recommended every 4-6 weeks. Check out our membership program on great deals for monthly treatments!

PRE TREATMENT

-If you're currently on or have been on Accutane in the last year, this treatment cannot be performed.

-If you have any open lesions, active cold sores, dermatitis or irritation in the treatment area, this treatment cannot be performed.

-If you are pregnant or nursing, this treatment is not recommended. Please consult with your doctor otherwise.

-If you have received neurotoxin or filler injections or any other cosmetic treatments in the last two weeks, this treatment cannot be performed.

-7 days before treatment, please avoid the following:

-Hair removal in the treatment area (waxing, electrolysis, laser, shaving)

-Stop any products containing retinoids, Alpha-Hydroxy Acids, Beta-Hydroxy Acids, or benzoyl peroxide

-Stop any exfoliating products that may be drying or irritating

-Avoid excess sun exposure or UV rays

-Drink plenty of water before your treatment

-Regular use of a Tyrosinase inhibitor at home is highly recommended before and throughout treatment. Eventone Correcting Serum by Skinbetter, retailed at Lumi Skin Bar is our most recommended.

POST TREATMENT

-Each treatment may vary. Please follow any specific post care given by your Skincare Specialist.

-Keep your skincare simple for the next 5-7 days. Use a gentle cleanser, avoid active ingredients in all skincare products including serums, moisturize, and WEAR SPF (always please!)

-Avoid heat and sun exposure. Avoid sun exposure for at least 4 weeks post treatment. If you need to be outdoors, make sure to use an umbrella, wear a large brimmed hat, sunglasses, use a Physical SPF (Eclipse by iS Clinical and Tonesmart by Skinbetter are our recommendations). Apply SPF 30 minutes before sun exposure and reapply every 80 minutes for proper sun protection

-Redness, flaking, dry texture, peeling, sensitivity, etc. can occur and are normal if they occur. If they do not, that is also normal. Everyone reacts different to chemical peels. 


-Possible side effects include: mild to extreme redness, temporary tightness, itching, swelling, dryness similar to a sunburn or windburn. If these occur, they usually subside in 24-48 hours.

- Do NOT use any active products such as retinoids, tretinoin, acne medications (consult with your prescriber), Tazorac, Differin, AHAs (glycolic, lactic, etc.), BHAs (salicylic, etc.), benzoyl peroxide, lightening agents such as Hydroquinone, any exfoliating products like scrubs, loofahs, at home dermashaving for 2 week post treatment if sensitivity occurs.

-Do NOT pick or remove any shedding skin from the face if peeling or flaking occurs. This can cause hyperpigmentation and scarring.

-Do NOT undergo any laser resurfacing, electrolysis, facial or cosmetic services such as IPL on treated areas for at least 4 weeks post treatment.

-When in doubt, keep it simple or give us a call at 502-888-6345.

-Book your next treatment 4-6 weeks post treatment for best results

PRE TREATMENT

-The following are contraindications of microneedling and the treatment cannot be performed:

Pregnancy or nursing (consult with your doctor), active acne, active skin cancer or have had chemotherapy in the last 6 months, open wounds, sores, or irritated skin in the treatment area, active bacterial, fungal, or viral infections in the treatment area or any medications to treat them, Hemorrhagic (bleeding) disorders (please consult with your primary care doctor), allergy to stainless steel or anesthetics such as Lidocaine, currently taking acne medication (must be off Accutane or isotretinoins for at least 6 months)

-Please discontinue any exfoliating agents (retinoids, tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, AHAs, BHAs, astringents, etc.) 24 hours before treatment.

POST TREATMENT

To make the most out of your treatment, please follow our post-treatment instructions.

-For 24 hours, do NOT apply anything to the skin except the take home gel we provide you (or anything your Skincare Specialist has specifically approved).

-Treat the area like an open wound, you do not want to touch the skin with hands, water, others, animals, towels, sheets, etc. that aren't as clean as possible. Avoid touching the treated area.

-For 5-7 days post treatment, keep a simple routine. Use a gentle cleanser, avoid active ingredients such as serums, moisturize and wear SPF (always!). Products approved by Skincare Specialist are an exception.

-Avoid excessive snd sun exposure 3 days post treatment.

-Flaking, tightness, redness, sensitivity, and peeling can occur post treatment. This is normal and may vary person to person and treatment to treatment.

-When in doubt, keep it simple or give us a call at 502-888-6345.

-Book your next treatment 4-6 weeks post treatment for best results

• PRE TREATMENT

  -For best results, we recommend getting your spray tan 2 days before any special events. We offer overnight setting spray solutions to express solutions so options are available for 'downtime'.

  -We recommend exfoliating (including shaving) & moisturizing 12-48 hours before your appointment. Using a a body scrub to remove dead skin or any previous tan and following up with a non-alcohol and oil free moisturizer will prep the skin properly

  -Day of appointment, do not apply any moisturizers, oils, or barriers to the skin. If wearing deodrant day of, please remove before appointment or ask your Spray Tan Tech for a baby wipe to remove.

  -Loose clothing is recommended to avoid any flaws in the tan as well as the spray tan superficial bronzer from transferring. If this gets on your clothes, no worries- it washes out!

  POST TREATMENT

  -Hold the water! Your tech will give you specific instructions on when to rinse, avoid water for the amount of time they specify.

  -When rinsing your tan, rinse for about 45 seconds with no soap. This is to stop the tanning process and remove the superficial bronzer so you will see color come off- this is normal!

  -Avoid exfoliating. This will remove the tan.

  -Moisturize you tan with an alcohol and oil free moisturizer to get the most life out of your tan.

PRE TREATMENT

-At least 2 weeks hair growth is necessary for waxing to be performed. If there is not enough hair growth, we may need to reschedule your treatment.

-Please allow 48 hours "recovery time" before any important occasions. This will allow the skin to recover and avoid any sensitivities or histamine reactions as freshly waxed skin will always be more sensitive.

-Refrain from sun exposure or UV exposure for at least 24 hours before your treatment.

-If you are currently on or have been on Accutane in the 6 months, this treatment cannot be performed. In accommodation, facial threading can be substituted.

-If you are currently on any of the following, this treatment cannot be performed:

-Accutane

-Antibiotics

-Clindamycin

-Doxycycline

-Erythromycin

-Isotretinoin

-Madifloxicine

-Metronidazole

-Minocycline

-Tasarotene

-Tetracycline

Refrain from using the following for 7 days before treatment:

-Retinoids (retinol, retinol-a, tretinoin, etc.)

-Alpha-Hydroxy Acids, Beta-Hydroxy Acids, benzoyl peroxide

-Any harsh exfoliants (physical or chemical)

POST TREATMENT

To make the most out of your treatment, please follow our post-treatment instructions.

-Avoid heat (saunas, baths, hot tubs, steam), and friction for 24 hours after you treatment.

-Avoid sun exposure or UV exposure for 24 hours after your treatment. Spray tanning with us is okay!

-Avoid putting fragranced products to treatment area (perfume, fragranced lotions, anti-perspirants, hygiene products).

-Avoid harsh exfoliants in the area 24 hours after you treatment. If you are prone to ingrowns, gently exfoliate treatment area the following day using a recommended product from your provider.

-Pinkness, warmth, and tenderness are normal post waxing and usually subside within hours or by the following day.

-For best results, repeat your waxing treatment every 4-6 weeks, depending on your hair growth rate.