Aftercare Advice

FAQ's

Microdermabrasion & Mesopeel

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

  • Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
  • Do not use retinols or products with high levels of AHAs or BHAs for at least 3-7 days before treatment.
  • Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds and do not apply fake tan/gradual tanner for at least 2 weeks before your treatment.
  • Do not have any laser/IPL treatments (hair removal or skin rejuvenation) on the treatment area for at least 1 week prior.

 

Ensure you take following precautions after treatment:

 

  • Do not cleanse your skin the evening of your treatment.
  • Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
  • Do not apply any makeup to the skin on the day of treatment.
  • Do not pick or pull any flaking skin.
  • Do not use fake tan and avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks following the treatment.
  • Do not have any hair removal on the treatment area for 7 days.
  • You should not use any form of exfoliator (physical or acids) for 4-7 days following treatment.
  • You should not have any IPL treatment, chemical peels or microdermabrasion for 2 weeks.
  • Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, or take excessively hot showers

for 2 days.

  • No swimming or exercise for 2 days.

 

Treatments can cause slight redness, tightness, peeling, flaking and/or temporary

dryness. You should not necessarily expect to ‘peel’, however you may find that

you have light to moderate flaking in some areas for 3-7 days post-treatment.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment. We recommend having

multiple sessions to achieve optimum results.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything

which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call

the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to
hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

Cryopen

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

  • Do not use retinols, exfoliating acids (AHAs, BHAs, PHAs etc) or physical exfoliants (scrubs etc) 48 hours prior to treatment.
  • Do not apply fake tan/gradual tanner at least 2 weeks before your treatment.
  • Do not have any laser/IPL treatments (hair removal or skin rejuvenation) on the treatment area for at least 1 week prior.

 

Ensure you take following precautions for the next 48-72 hours after treatment:

 

  • Do not sunbathe or use other heat treatments (sunbeds, sauna, steam)
  • Do not take hot showers or baths
  • Do not swim
  • Do not apply makeup to the treatment area
  • Do not apply soap, perfumed products or heavy moisturisers to the treatment area
  • Do not touch or cleanse the treatment area
  • Do not pick at any scabs which may form

 

It is common to experience redness and swelling after treatment. Apply aloe vera as

required over the treatment area for the next 72 hours. Always apply with clean

cotton wool, not fingers. You can also keep your aloe vera in the fridge for an extra

cooling effect which may help to soothe the skin.

 

Always ensure that you are applying SPF of at least 30 to the treatment area,

regardless of weather conditions.

 

Gently cleanse around the area and pat dry with a clean tissue/towel.

 

The treatment area may appear darker after your session. Any scabs or crusting

which forms may take anywhere from 10-30 days to drop off. If the treatment area is

below the neck, this can take up to 6 weeks. Total skin healing (fading of residual

redness) may take up to 3 months.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment. We recommend making a review

appointment for 6-8 weeks after your session to ensure optimum results.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything which

concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call the clinic

on 02089477037 or send us an email to hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

 

Advanced Electrolysis

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

• Do not use retinols, exfoliating acids (AHAs, BHAs, PHAs etc) or physical exfoliants
(scrubs etc) 48 hours prior to treatment.
• Do not apply fake tan/gradual tanner at least 2 weeks before your treatment.
• Do not have any laser/IPL treatments (hair removal or skin rejuvenation) on the
treatment area for at least 1 week prior.
• Please note, for thread vein treatment, it is recommended to avoid smoking,
drinking alcohol or taking ibuprofen for a least 4 hours before and after treatment.

 

Ensure you take following precautions for the next 48-72 hours after treatment:

 

• Do not sunbathe or use other heat treatments (sunbeds, sauna, steam)
• Do not take hot showers or baths
• Do not swim
• Do not apply makeup to the treatment area
• Do not apply soap, perfumed products or heavy moisturisers to the treatment
area
• Do not touch or cleanse the treatment area
• Do not pick at any scabs which may form

 

It is common to experience redness and swelling after treatment. Apply aloe vera as
required over the treatment area for the next 72 hours. Always apply with clean cotton
wool, not fingers. You can also keep your aloe vera in the fridge for an extra cooling
effect which may help to soothe the skin.

 

Always ensure that you are applying SPF of at least 30 to the treatment area,
regardless of weather conditions.

 

Gently cleanse around the area and pat dry with a clean tissue/towel.

 

Any scabs or crusting which forms may take anywhere from 5-14 days to drop off. If the
treatment area is below the neck, this can take up to 4 weeks.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment. We recommend making a review
appointment for 4-8 weeks after your session to ensure optimum results.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything which
concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call the clinic on
02089477037 or send us an email to hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

Electrolysis Hair Removal

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

• No plucking, waxing, threading or using depilatory cream for the entirety of the treatment course.
• Between sessions, you may cut or trim the hairs in the treatment area
only. Prior to treatment, hairs must be visible and ideally 5mm in growth above the surface.
• Do not use retinols, exfoliating acids (AHAs, BHAs, PHAs etc) or physical exfoliants (scrubs etc) 48 hours prior to treatment.

 

Ensure you take following precautions for the next 24-48 hours after treatment:

 

• Do not sunbathe or use other heat treatments (sunbeds, sauna, steam)
• Do not take hot showers or baths
• Do not swim
• Do not apply makeup to the treatment area
• Do not apply soap or perfumed products to the treatment area
• Do not touch or cleanse the treatment area
• Do not pick at any scabs which may form

 

It is common to experience redness and swelling after treatment for up to
48 hours. This is usually short-lived. Apply aloe vera or witch hazel regularly
(or as required) over the treatment area. Always apply with clean cotton
wool, not fingers. You can also keep your aloe vera in the fridge for an extra
cooling effect which may help to soothe the skin.

 

Gently cleanse around the area and pat dry with a clean tissue/towel.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything
which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary.
Please call the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to
hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

IPL Hair Removal

Ensure you take the following precautions 30 days before your next treatment:

 

• Do not sunbathe or use sunbeds
• Do not use fake/self-tans (including gradual tans)
• Do not wax, thread or tweeze hair from the treatment area
• Do not use depilatory creams or bleach hair in the treatment area
• Do not have electrolysis on the treatment area
We advise that you shave the treatment area 24-48 hours prior to treatment.

 

Ensure you take following precautions for the next 24-48 hours after
Treatment:

 

• Do not sunbathe or use other heat treatments (sunbeds, sauna, steam)
• Do not take hot showers or baths
• Avoid exercise or swimming
• Do not apply makeup to the treatment area
• Do not apply soap or perfumed products to the treatment area
• Do not touch, scratch or pick at the treatment area
For 30 days post-treatment, we advise avoiding UV exposure
(sunbeds/sunbathing) and always wear SPF on the treatment area.

 

It is common to experience redness and swelling after treatment for up to 48
hours. This is usually short-lived. Apply aloe vera or witch hazel regularly (or as
required) over the treatment area. Always apply with clean cotton wool, not
fingers. You can also keep your aloe vera in the fridge for an extra cooling
effect which may help to soothe the skin.

 

Gently cleanse around the area and pat dry with a clean tissue/towel.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything
which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please
call the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to
hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

IPL Skin Rejuvenation

Ensure you take the following precautions 30 days before your next treatment:

 

• Do not sunbathe or use sunbeds
• Do not use fake/self-tans (including gradual tans)

 

Ensure you take the following precautions 7 days before your next treatment:

 

• Do not use retinols or products with high levels of AHAs or BHAs
• Do not wax, thread or tweeze hair from the treatment area
• Do not use depilatory creams or bleach hair in the treatment area
• Do not have electrolysis on the treatment area
Do not take anti-inflammatory medicines (including ibuprofen and aspirin) 48 hours
prior to treatment. Do not smoke or drink alcohol 4 hours prior to treatment.

 

Ensure you take following precautions for the next 24-48 hours after treatment:

 

• Do not sunbathe or use other heat treatments (sunbeds, sauna, steam)
• Do not take hot showers or baths
• Avoid exercise, swimming and alcohol consumption
• Do not apply makeup to the treatment area
• Do not apply soap or perfumed products to the treatment area
• Do not touch, scratch or pick at the treatment area
For 30 days post-treatment, we advise avoiding UV exposure (sunbeds/sunbathing)
and always wear SPF on the treatment area.

 

It is common to experience redness and swelling after treatment for up to 48 hours.
This is usually short-lived. Apply aloe vera or witch hazel regularly (or as required) over the treatment area. Always apply with clean cotton wool, not fingers. You can also keep your aloe vera in the fridge for an extra cooling effect which may help to
soothe the skin.

 

Gently cleanse around the area and pat dry with a clean tissue/towel. Any scabs, crusting or darkening of pigment which develops may take anywhere from 3-14 days to drop off.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

Venus Freeze

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Do not use retinols or products with high levels of AHAs or BHAs 24hrs prior.
• Avoid sun exposure and sunbeds 1 week prior.
• Do not have any laser/IPL treatments (hair removal or skin rejuvenation) on the treatment area for at least 1 week prior.

 

Ensure you take following precautions after treatment:

 

• Do not cleanse your skin or apply any products the evening of your treatment.
• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Drink plenty of fluids to aid with lymphatic drainage.
• Do not have any hair removal on the treatment area for 7 days.
• You should not use any form of exfoliator (physical or acids) for 2days following treatment.
• You should not have any IPL treatment, chemical peels or microdermabrasion for 1 week.
• Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, or take excessively hot showers for 2 days.

 

Treatments can cause slight redness, tightness, and possible swelling for up to 48hrs.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment. We recommend having a course of 6-8 sessions, 1-2weeks apart to achieve optimum results. Maintenance 1-3months thereafter.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

HydraFacial

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Do not use retinols or products with high levels of AHAs or BHAs for at least 3-7 days before treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds and do not apply fake tan/gradual tanner for at least 2 weeks before your treatment.
• Do not have any laser/IPL treatments (hair removal or skin rejuvenation) on the treatment area for at least 1 week prior.

 

Ensure you take following precautions after treatment:

 

• Do not cleanse your skin or apply ANY products or make-up the evening of your treatment.
• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Do not pick or pull any flaking skin.
• Do not use fake tan and avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks following the treatment.
• Do not have any hair removal on the treatment area for 7 days.
• You should not use any form of exfoliator (physical or acids) for 4-7 days following treatment.
• You should not have any IPL treatment, chemical peels or microdermabrasion for 2 weeks.
• Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, or take excessively hot showers for 2 days.
• No swimming or exercise for 2 days.

 

Treatments can cause slight redness, tightness, flaking and/or temporary dryness. You may find that you have light flaking in some areas for 2-5 days post-treatment.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment. We recommend having multiple sessions to achieve optimum results.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

Micro-Needling

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Do not use retinols or products with high levels of AHAs or BHAs or exfoliators for at least 2-5 days before treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds and do not apply fake tan/gradual tanner for at least 2 weeks before your treatment.
• Do not have any laser/IPL treatments (hair removal or skin rejuvenation) on the treatment area for at least 1 week prior.

 

Ensure you take following precautions after treatment:

 

• Do not cleanse your skin the evening of your treatment.
• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Do not apply any makeup to the skin for 24hrs.
• Do not pick or pull any flaking skin and avoid touching the skin.
• Do not use fake tan and avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks following the treatment.
• Do not have any hair removal on the treatment area for 7 days.
• You should not use any form of exfoliator (physical or acids) for 4-7 days following treatment.
• You should not have any IPL treatment, chemical peels or microdermabrasion for 2 weeks.
• Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, or take excessively hot showers for 2 days, including extreme cold weather conditions.
• No swimming or exercise for 2 days.
• Clean pillow cases the night of your treatment.

 

Treatments can cause slight redness similar to sunburn sensation, tightness,
flaking/temporary dryness, and mild discomfort. These reactions may last
anywhere between 2-5 days post-treatment.

 

Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment. We recommend having
multiple sessions to achieve optimum results.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything
which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call
the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

NeoGen Plasma SPA

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Ensure you hydrate your skin 7 days prior as advised.
• Do not use retinols or products with high levels of AHAs or BHAs for at least 3-7 days before treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds and do not apply fake tan/gradual tanner for at least 2 weeks before your treatment.
• Do not have any laser/IPL treatments (hair removal or skin rejuvenation) on the treatment area for at least 1 week prior.

 

Ensure you take following precautions after treatment:

 

• Do not cleanse or apply ANY products for 48hrs.
• Do not apply any makeup or get the skin wet for 48hrs
• After 48hrs you may use a gentle cleanser, moisturiser and apply SPF regularly to the skin.
• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Do not pick or pull any flaking skin.
• Do not use fake tan and avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks following the treatment.
• Do not have any hair removal on the treatment area for 7 days.
• You should not use any form of exfoliator (physical or acids) for 7-10 days following treatment.
• You should not have any IPL treatment, chemical peels, micro-needling or microdermabrasion for 2-4weeks.
• Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, or take excessively hot showers
for 2 days, including extreme weather conditions.
• No swimming or exercise for 2 days.

 

Treatments can cause redness, swelling, tightness, peeling, flaking and/or
temporary dryness. You may find that you have light to moderate flaking in some
areas for 3-7 days post-treatment. Follow your therapists’ instructions for
treatment. We recommend having multiple sessions to achieve optimum results.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything
which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call
the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

AlumierMD Skin Peels

Ensure you take the following precautions before your next treatment:

 

• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist, and use for 10-14days prior for best results.
• Do not use retinols or products with high levels of AHAs or BHAs for at least 3-7 days before treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure, sunbeds and do not apply fake tan/gradual tanner for at least 2 weeks before your treatment.
• Do not have any laser/IPL treatments (hair removal or skin rejuvenation) on the treatment area for at least 1 week prior.

 

Ensure you take following precautions after treatment:

 

• Do not cleanse your skin the evening of your treatment.
• Follow the recommended skincare routine advised by your therapist.
• Do not apply any makeup to the skin on the day of treatment.
• Do not pick or pull any flaking skin.
• Do not use fake tan and avoid sun exposure for 5-7days following the treatment.
• Do not have any hair removal on the treatment area for 7 days.
• You should not use any form of exfoliator (physical or acids) for 7 days following treatment.
• You should not have any IPL treatment, chemical peels or microdermabrasion for 2 weeks.
• Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, or take excessively hot showers for 2 days.
• No swimming or exercise for 2 days.

 

Treatments can cause slight redness, tightness, peeling, flaking and/or temporary
dryness. You should not necessarily expect to ‘peel’, however you may find that
you have light to moderate flaking in some areas for 3-7 days post-treatment.
Follow your therapists’ instructions for treatment. We recommend having
multiple sessions to achieve optimum results.

 

Remember to tell your therapist if you experience any reactions or anything
which concerns you so that we can adjust the treatment as necessary. Please call
the clinic on 02089477037 or send us an email to hello@edenskinclinic.co.uk.

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