Pre & Post Care Instructions for Laser Genesis
Laser Genesis Pre-Treatment Skin Preparation
- Please inform your provider if you have a history of cold sores, you may require an anti-viral prescription prior to treatment.
- Patients should not be tanned for any laser or light procedures and should not have been exposed to the sun, tanning beds, or used self-tanning products for 4 weeks before the laser procedure.
- Avoid retinoids (Tretinoin, Adapalene, Retin-A, etc.) and products that contain AHA (Glycolic acid), BHA (Salicylic acid), or brightening agents for 5-7 days prior to treatment.
- Avoid treatments that may irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks prior to treatment (waxing, depilatories, etc.)
- Do not wear makeup on the day of treatment, and excess hair may need to be shaved. Men should be clearnly shaved.
- Notify the clinic if there are any changes to your medical history or medications.
Key Benefits of Laser Genesis Skin Rejuvenation
- Minimal discomfort (typically subtle warmth is noticed)
- Little to no downtime following treatments
- Pore tightening
- Improved skin tone and texture
- Reduction in skin laxity
- Reduction in redness related to rosacea
- Reduction in inflammatory acne
Frequency of Treatments & Additional Treatment Options
- Laser Genesis can be performed as often as every 3-4 weeks
- Ideal treatment series: 6-8+ treatments are recommended for optimal results
- Laser Genesis, followed by a Glycolic Acid Peel, provides additional treatment of pigmentation and acne and a greater benefit in skin resurfacing.
Laser Genesis Safety and Medical Contraindications
- Within 6 months of use of Isotretinoin (Accutane) and even course completion.
- Pregnancy
- History of keloid scarring
- Photosensitizing medications or supplements
Laser Genesis Post-Treatment Recovery and Aftercare
- Avoid sun exposure and continue diligent sun protection for optimal results.
- If using a retinoid or previously mentioned AHAs or BHAs, wait 3 days to resume use.
- Bruising, redness, and swelling may occur and will resolve with time, but notify the clinic if concerns arise (blistering, excessive redness/swelling, etc)
- Avoid heat, (hot tubs, saunas, etc.) for 1-2 days post treatment.
- Avoid skin irritants a few days post treatment. (e.g: products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.)