Vascular Treatment

Laser Vein Therapy Pre and Post Care Instructions

BEFORE YOUR PROCEDURE
- Wear sunscreen with UVA + UVB protection every day
- Avoid topical products with tretinoin or Retin-A 1 week before your procedure.
- Please come to the office without make-up, creams, gels, or lotions on treatment areas.
- A history of herpes or cold sores may require a course of anti-viral medication pre and post treatment. Please call our office for a prescription.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- The treated area will be red.
- Vessels that are treated may become dark red and then fade.
CARING FOR YOUR SKIN
- Use plain, lukewarm water and a gentle cleanser to wash your skin 2x daily. Use your hands and fingertips to cleans.
- DO NOT rub, scrub, or use an exfoliant or skincare brush such as a Clarisonic on the treated area.
- Moisturizer should be applied generously with clean hands over the treated area and reapplied whenever your skin feels dry.
- Sunscreen is a MUST and should be used daily beginning the day after treatment and used consistently every day. Use sunscreen with Broadband UVA and UVB protection and an SPF of 30 or more. Ensure to reapply during sun exposure.
FOLLOW-UP
- As needed or as instructed by your esthetician.