Treatment Advice & Aftercare

Hair Removal Advice

Please do not use a sunbed for 24 hours before having a wax, and refrain from using Retin A derived products for 72 hours before, as these will compromise the skin. Hair must be a minimum of 0.5cm for the wax to grip (usually around 3 – 4 weeks growth).

It is normal for the area to go red after having a hair removal treatment, and not uncommon for small, raised bumps and slight soreness to be present in the area, particularly if it is your first time. These contra-actions will usually subside within 24 – 48 hours after your treatment.

Skin grazing (or skin lifting) can occasionally occur after a waxing treatment, causing an abrasion similar to scraping your knee. Often mistaken for a burn, this does not always appear in the area immediately, and can sometimes not become apparent until a day or two after the treatment. It can occur if the skin has been compromised due to factors such as the environment, chemicals, or even foreign substances (such as pollen or artificial fragrance), or if the skin is dry or dehydrated, and does not always show obvious signs on the skin for your therapist to know beforehand. If you experience any skin grazing after your treatment, please let us know as soon as you so we can advise you, and apply a cold compress to the area. If cared for appropriately, skin grazing will heal within a few days and leave no lasting damage to the skin.

After your hair removal treatment, please avoid the following for 24 hours:

Heat treatments such as sunbeds saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs and jacuzzis

Direct sunlight

Hot showers or baths (lukewarm or tepid water is fine)

Swimming, particularly in chlorinated water

What To Do After Laser Hair Removal

After a session of laser hair removal (particularly on sensitive areas) it is normal to feel a sensation of warmth in the area, slightly similar to that of a very mild sunburn. The skin may also appear red in colour and the area around the follicle itself may become raised, these normal side effects usually disappear 24-48hrs after each session. You will notice that these side effects are more obvious after the first few sessions when hair in the area is thick and coarse. Over the course of your treatments hair will begin to thin out and become finer which will cause these side effects to become less noticeable after each session of laser.

What to do 24-48 hrs DIRECTLY AFTER your session

Wear loose cotton clothing

Avoid touching the skin in the treatment area

Apply 100% Aloe Vera ONLY to your treatment area

Avoid the gym, steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi, swimming pool

When showering/bathing keep water tepid/lukewarm

Avoid doing all forms of physical exercise

Apply mineral makeup only after all facial laser hair removal treatments

Apply SPF50+ to all treatment areas that are exposed to UV light, cover areas where possible

What to do in the WEEKS IN BETWEEN your sessions

Exfoliate the skin in the treatment area 4-5 days after treatment. Dead or dry skin can sometimes cause slight redness after treatment so keeping your skin in tip top condition when having laser will get the best results.

When hair begins to regrow in between sessions, shaving and using hair removal creams are the only forms of hair removal that are allowed during your course of treatments

Avoid exposing your treatment area to sun or sunbeds throughout your course of treatment

Apply SFP 50+ sunscreen at all times if your treatment areas are exposed to UV light

Stop applying fake tan to your treatment areas 7 days before your next session

Inform us if you begin taking any medications throughout your course

Return for your next session within the time frame recommended by your laser therapist

What to do after your laser session is just as important as the preparation before. It is vital that you follow all after care advice as this will prevent any adverse reactions from your laser hair removal treatments.

If you have any further questions about what to do after your treatment, please do not hesitate to contact us and our dedicated team of hair removal specialists are on hand to answer any of your questions.

AFTER YOUR MANICURE AND PEDICURE

Please read the advice below relevant to your treatment(s). Please note, however, the advice is not a substitute for medical advice, but merely assistance to help you get the best from your treatment(s). If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

MANICURES
Leave adequate time after your treatment for your nails to dry
Wear protective gloves when gardening, or doing housework
Use hand cream regularly
Always use a base coat under polish to prevent staining, and top coat to prevent chipping
Never use metal files
Keep nails at a workable length
Drink plenty of water and eat well
Do simple hand exercise to keep joints supple
Avoid harsh and drying soaps

PEDICURES
For pedicures, wear open toe shoes if possible
Change socks or tights daily
Apply moisturising lotion daily to the feet after bathing
Apply talc or special foot powder between the toes to help absorb moisture
Foot sprays containing peppermint or citrus oil are useful to refresh the feet during the day
Dry hands and feet thoroughly after washing, especially between toes and fingers
Use cuticle cream or oil daily to moisturise dry cuticles
Use an acetone-free nail polish remover

Ideally, ensure you receive regular, professional manicures & pedicures at least every 2-4 weeks for maintenance and good nail care.

Massage Aftercare Advice

The following advice should be taken following a massage:

Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours, as massage is a detoxifying treatment

Drink plenty of water to assist in the elimination of toxins from the body Eat a light diet to assist the detoxification and healing process

Get plenty of rest. You may feel tired after treatment

Gentle exercise – postural exercises can help with muscle tension as well as exercises that will assist with mobility. Yoga is a suitable and gentle option.

Do breathing exercises to assist with taking in oxygen to your fullest capacity

Research the possibility of treatment options to assist with stress and other conditions, if necessary

Facial Aftercare Advice

Please read the advice below relevant to your treatment(s). Please note, however, the advice is not a substitute for the advice of a medical professional, but merely guidance to help you get the best from your treatment(s).

If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Avoid wearing make-up for at least 6 hours after a facial treatment

Always cleanse, tone and moisturise your face; to prevent loss of moisture, protect the skin from make-up and to keep the skin soft and supple

Always remove all traces of make-up at the end of the day

Drink plenty of water (recommended 6-8 glasses per day)

Do not undertake any other facial skincare treatments within 48 hours of facial

Avoid sun-bathing for up to 12 hours

Avoid direct heat (intense sunlight & sunbeds) and indirect heat (sauna, hot bath, shower) for 48 hours after treatment

Do not apply perfume or perfumed products to the treated area within 48 hours

Do not apply any other exfoliating skincare products for 72 hours after facial

After Your Eyebrow And Eyelash Treatment

Please read the advice below relevant to your treatment(s). Please note that the advice is not a substitute for the advice of a medical professional, but merely guidance to help you get the best from your treatment(s). If you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

NB. A patch test will be necessary 24 hours before these treatments.

• Avoid heat treatments for 24 hours
• Avoid sunbathing / swimming / sauna for 24 hours, as this can fade the tint
• Avoid putting your contact lenses back in for the rest of the day
• Do not apply make-up or receive any other eye treatments for at least 24 hours after your treatment
• Do not touch the area treated
• Avoid perfumed products for 24hrs
• Oil-based make up remover can cause the tint to fade faster

EFFECT / DURATION

Effects will start to diminish within 4-6 weeks as hair grows out Eyelash colour will last four to six weeks and eyebrow colour 2-4 weeks

Eyebrow Shaping Aftercare Advice

NB. Please note, it is normal to see slight redness after a treatment, especially for sensitive skins. That redness usually goes down after the first couple of hours.

You should avoid the following for 24 hours after treatment:

• Sauna, steam room and hot tubs to avoid infection as pores are open
• UV exposures, as hyperpigmentation might occur
• Swimming, as irritation might occur
• Perfumed products/fragrances
• Sunbeds
• Touching the treated area
• Avoid make-up to the area, as infection could occur

Apply a cold compress and / or antiseptic cream, such as Aloe Vera, to calm and sooth redness (if required).

Groom the eyebrows into shape using a brow / lash brush.

Spray Tan Aftercare Advice

Follow our tan advice for achieving the best possible tan. We advise a patch test at least 24 hours prior to your treatment if you haven’t had a tan with us in the past 12 months.

PREPARATION:

• Do not apply any type of perfume, deodorant or aromatherapy oils on the day of tanning as these may affect results
• Please tie long hair back
• Remove all make-up
• Waxing or shaving should be completed at least 24 hours prior to tanning to reduce sensitivity. For laser hair removal please seek advice from your practitioner
• Wear dark, loose fitting clothing so as not to disturb the tan when getting dressed
• Exfoliate at least the evening before . Pay special attention to dry areas of your body such as hands, elbows, knees and feet.

AFTERCARE:

• Your tan will begin to develop immediately
• The bronzing mist will dry on your skin in just a few minutes so you can dress shortly after the treatment
• Do not shower, bathe or exercise for a minimum of 4 hours after your treatment.
• The ideal development time is 8 hours. You may leave the guide colour on overnight and wash in the morning
• If you choose our Express mist shower off as follows to control your depth of tan:
• 1 hour – light sun kissed glow
• 2 hours – medium tan
• 3 hours – deep dark bronze
• An express tan will continue to develop after the tan is washed off

Some minimal guide colour may transfer to fabric. This will wash out of cotton but not so easily from man-made fibres or wool

Tan Maintenance Tips

• Prolong your tan for up to 3 days by applying St. Tropez enhancing body moisturiser daily to hydrate your skin
• Exfoliate your skin with St Tropez Tan enhancing body polish every 3 days to ensure your tan fades evenly
• Do not rub but pat your skin dry after showering or bathing
• Swimming pools can cause your tan to fade faster