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If you absolutely must shower before your application wash/rinse WITHOUT EXFOLIATING AT LEAST 5 HOURS before your session. DO NOT RINSE RIGHT BEFORE COMING IN FOR YOUR TAN. Please come to your appointment WITHOUT perfumes, lotions, spf, oils, or deodorant on the skin. Oil free face serum is okay. The tan will hydrate you also when you come in. Skip lotion if you are prepping your skin the evening before and coming early in the morning.

 Plan on staying dry for the next 3- 5 (express solution) or 8-14 hours (standard solution) depending on your schedule & tan results desired. We will discuss the best time for you to rinse once I evaluate your skin tone.I will send all the post care also after your appointment also.

Make sure to moisturize in the morning and evening to keep your skin looking healthy. Use lotion twice daily in more dry climates if necessary.

Avoiding swimming, long showers, baths, steam rooms, saunas, or any other activity that exposes your skin to being wet for long periods of time.

Avoid harsh chemicals such as chlorine, products containing acids, soaps containing sulfates, massages, fashion tape, bandages, and anything else that may strip your tan. Don't exfoliate the skin until you are ready to remove your tan.

It is important to pat dry your skin after being in water vs rubbing the skin because you don't want to exfoliate the tan off your skin. Gently pat dry when skin is wet.

Inquire if you are traveling or need your tan to last longer than 5-10 days, there are extending products available that I can recommend.

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• Avoid exfoliation: No acids, scrubs, or retinoids for 48–72 hours before your appointment.
• Hydrate: Drink plenty of water and use your favorite hydrating products.
• Pause active ingredients: Stop retinol, prescription skincare, and strong AHAs/BHAs 5–7 days before to prevent irritation.
• Arrive with clean skin: Come makeup-free so we can assess and treat effectively.
• Limit sun exposure: No tanning beds; avoid sun for 48 hours before (and 3–7 days after, depending on treatment).
• Sunburned/sensitive skin can’t be treated.
• Tell us about recent treatments: Botox, fillers, lasers, or chemical peels may affect timing/type of service and results.

• Soothe & protect: Use calming serum/moisturizer recommended by your provider to hydrate and reduce redness.
• Hands off: Avoid touching your face unnecessarily.
• Skip makeup: Wait 24 hours before applying.
• Avoid heat/sweat: No saunas, hot showers, or vigorous exercise for 24–48 hours.
• Sun protection: Daily broad-spectrum SPF 30+; avoid direct sun for at least 1 week. Treated skin is more UV-sensitive.
• No exfoliation: Wait 5–7 days after treatment.
• Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to support healing.
• Follow recommendations: Use products your provider suggests—they’re tailored to your skin type and concerns.

• Mild pink/redness for ~24 hours.
• Do not touch your face for 3 hours post-treatment (micro-channels are open). Then only with clean hands after that.
• No products besides provided serum 24 hours post treatment 
• Change pillow case and wash makeup brushes 
• Come with hair clean and pulled back (I have hair ties If needed) 
• No exercise for 24 hours; avoid long sun exposure for 1 week.
• You may peel a little—this is normal cell turnover.
• A post-needling kit is available for the week of treatment.

• Vaccines: Avoid any vaccines for 2 weeks before and after treatment.
• 2 weeks prior:
  No chemical peels, lasers, or microdermabrasion.
• 72 hours prior:
  Stop cleansing devices (e.g., Clarisonic) and skincare with tretinoin/retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, benzoyl peroxide, or other exfoliants.
• 24 hours prior:
  Avoid prolonged sun exposure/sunburn to the treatment area.
  Shave facial hair if you want the skin beneath treated.
  If prone to cold sores, take your antiviral medication.
  If you have an active or severe acne flare, we’ll evaluate the area case-by-case.

• Normal reactions: Tenderness, redness, slight swelling/peeling (like mild sunburn). Usually improves within 48 hours.
• Hands off: Do not touch your face for 3 hours post-treatment while channels are open. Then only with clean hands next 24 hours
• Cleanse gently: For 3 days after initial 24 hour period. wash with a mild cleanser and tepid water; pat dry and keep hands clean.
• SKIP:
• All products besides provided serum 24hr
• Perfume and self-tanner for 72 hours
• Makeup for 24 hours
• Exfoliation for 5 days
• Products with AHAs, retinol, glycolic acid for 5–7 days
• Heat & sweat: Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours; avoid saunas, sunbeds, and heat exposure for 7 days.
• Swimming: Avoid for 72 hours.
• Alcohol/caffeine: Minimize for 48 hours.
• Moisturize: Use a gentle moisturizer after initial 24 hours, 2–3× daily (more if dry/peeling).
• Sun protection: Daily mineral SPF 30+ for at least 2 weeks; avoid direct sun.
• Other treatments: Wait 2 weeks before Botox/fillers; avoid waxing for 2 weeks or until redness/swelling resolves.
• Concerns: Contact your provider immediately for signs of infection or any unexpected side effects.

• Microneedling is typically done in a series of 3–5 sessions for optimal collagen production.
• After your initial series, move into maintenance as needed through the year.
• Pairing with other facial services and consistent home care is recommended for best results.

• Slight peeling for the first few days.
• Mild “windburn” sensation and/or blotchiness for a few days.
• Skincare products may tingle or lightly sting for up to 48 hours.

• Don’t pick, scratch, or rub the treated area.
• Minimize sun exposure for at least 3 days; if outdoors, use broad-spectrum SPF 30+ and reapply.
• No chlorine (pools) for 24 hours.
• Avoid excessive heat/sweat for 3 days (heavy workouts, steam rooms, saunas).
• No facial waxing for 7 days.
• Skip scrubs, polishers, or aggressive brushes for 7–14 days.
• Avoid products with tretinoin/retinol, AHAs, or BHAs for 1 week due to increased sensitivity.

• Consult & prep products: Use only the products your practitioner recommends. Some peels require retinol and hydroquinone beforehand to reduce hyperpigmentation risk.
• Daily SPF: Wear broad-spectrum SPF 30+ every day.
• Pause actives (1 week before): Stop retinol, AHA/BHA products, peel pads, scrubs, exfoliating brushes/devices.
• Limit sun exposure and review contraindications to confirm you’re a good candidate.
• Day of peel: Arrive makeup-free. After morning cleanse, apply moisturizer and SPF only.

• First few hours: Redness, tingling, and sensitivity.
• Days 1–2: Dryness, irritation, mild swelling.
• Days 2–3: Flaking/peeling; discolorations may look more noticeable.
• Days 3–4: Possible breakout; skin may look tan or slightly darker.
• Days 5–7: Side effects begin to subside; skin starts to feel more “normal.”
• Days 7–14: New, healthy skin forms. Mild redness or temporary color changes can persist for up to a month.

• Rinse with cool water for comfort.
• Moisturize & hydrate: Use a medium-to-thick moisturizer; drink plenty of water to prevent tightness.
• Apply SPF daily: Broad-spectrum physical sunscreen SPF 30+; avoid direct sun.
• Skip heat & sweat (day of): No intense workouts, dry saunas, or steam rooms.
• Avoid extra exfoliation: No additional exfoliants for 3–4 days post-peel.
• Keep it simple: During peeling, use only SPF and a gentle, neutral moisturizer. Expect dryness—moisturizer helps but won’t stop all flaking. Resume your regular routine once skin has normalized.
• Hold retinol: Stop retinol 1 week before and until fully healed after the peel to avoid over-exfoliation.