If you have a deeper or more intense laser resurfacing treatment, you may be asked to use a retinoid cream for 2 – 3 weeks before your laser appointment. This helps prep the skin for better results. 

• Do not wear makeup on the day of treatment.

• Excess hair may need to be shaved. Men should be cleanly shaved.

• No sun-tanning or self-tanners 4 weeks prior to treatment including spray tans, tanning lotions, tanning beds, sun exposure, etc.

• Avoid treatments that may irritate the skin for 1-2 weeks prior to treatment (waxing, depilatories, skin products that contain irritants such as Vitamin A, tretinoin, retinal, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.)

• Notify the clinic of any changes to your health history or medications since your last appointment.

• History of herpes or cold sores may require an anti-viral prescription prior to treatment.

• Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.

• The treatment should take approximately 30 minutes.

Throughout the Juliet laser procedure, you can relax in our special treatment chair while the laser glides over the skin, directly targeting the designated surfaces for improvement. We can use our Zimmer Chiller (skin numbing with cryotherapy) throughout your treatment to keep you comfortable. The laser energy works to remove damaged skin cells while also promoting natural collagen production.

Following your treatment, your skin may appear red, and there may be some swelling and irritation. These symptoms subside in a few days, and the peeling process will occur over a 3 – 5-day timeframe. It's important to avoid interfering with the healing process to prevent scarring and shield your skin from UV exposure. Once the peeling is finished, your skin should feel smoother while appearing rejuvenated, younger, and clearer.

• Over-the-counter pain medication or cool compress is recommended if you experience minor pain/discomfort post-treatment

• Regularly wash the area with a non-irritating skin cleanser and apply a healing ointment (such as Aquafor) until the treated area has fully healed

• Redness, swelling, and crusting may occur and resolve with time

• Avoid sun exposure and use a broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen to prevent further sun damage

• Do not shave, wax or use depilatory creams in the treatment area for a few days

• Avoid heat - hot tubs, saunas, etc. for 1-2 days

• Avoid skin irritants ( examples below) a few days post-treatment

• Avoid products containing tretinoin, retinal, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc. Multiple treatments are required

• Makeup can be applied 2 days post-treatment.