Clarity II

Vascular Laser + Pigmented Lesions Treatment

Pre & Post-Care Instructions

 

Thank you for choosing us for your vascular laser treatment! To ensure the best results and minimize risks, please carefully follow these pre-treatment guidelines:

📅 2 Weeks Before Your Appointment

• ❌ Avoid Sun Exposure & Tanning Beds: Skin must not be sunburned or tanned. Use SPF 30+ daily.

• ❌ Stop Self-Tanners: Discontinue use of any self-tanning products on the area being treated.

 7 Days Before Treatment

• ❌ Avoid Blood Thinners (if approved by your physician): Includes aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, and vitamin E.

• ❌ Discontinue Retinoids & Exfoliants on the treatment area.

🧴 24–48 Hours Before Treatment

• ✅ Shave the Area (if applicable): Do not wax, pluck, or use depilatory creams.

• ❌ Avoid Alcohol and excessive caffeine.

• ❌ No Makeup, Lotions, or Oils on the treatment area the day of your visit.

⚠️ Medical Conditions & Medications

• 📋 Inform us if you have a history of cold sores, light sensitivity, or are taking antibiotics, Accutane, or photosensitizing medications.

🗓️ On the Day of Treatment

• Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows access to the treatment area.
• Arrive with clean, dry skin.
• Expect mild redness or swelling—this is normal and temporary!

✨ LASER POST-CARE INSTRUCTIONS

For Vascular & Benign Pigmented Lesions

🧊 First 24–48 Hours:

• Redness, swelling, or hive-like bumps are normal. Apply cool compresses (10–15 min as needed).
• Cleanse with a gentle cleanser and lukewarm water; pat dry.
• Do NOT pick, rub, or exfoliate — allow skin or darkened pigment to naturally shed.
• Use a soothing moisturizer (Aquaphor, Vanicream, or Cicalfate).
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours or until redness subsides.

🌞 Sun Protection:

• Avoid direct sun exposure for 2 weeks.
• Apply SPF 30+ starting 24 hours after treatment and reapply every 2 hours when outdoors.
• No tanning beds or self-tanners for 2–4 weeks.

🚫 Avoid:

• Hot tubs, saunas, or intense workouts for 24–48 hours.
• Harsh products (retinoids, exfoliants, acids) for 5–7 days or until skin heals.

🔍 What to Expect:

• Vascular Lesions: Temporary graying or darkening; vessels fade over 7–14 days.
• Pigmented Lesions: Spots darken, then flake off in 5–10 days (face) or up to 3 weeks (body). Skin may look patchy as it heals.

📞 Call Us If You Notice:

• Blistering, pus, increased pain, or redness that worsens after 3 days.
• Healing delays or unusual reactions.

🗓 Follow-Up:

Most patients need 1–3 sessions. Book your follow-up in 4–6 weeks to evaluate results.

Questions?

We’re here for you! Contact us if you’re unsure about any of these instructions or need to reschedule.

📞 408-782-2515

🌐 4bhanotmedspa@gmail.com