IPL/BBL™ PhotoFacial

• For maximum results get a Spa Radiance Super Duper facial immediately prior to your BBL photofacial, or up to two days before. It includes microdermabrasion and helps to prime your skin for your photofacial.
• Avoid any unprotected sun exposure for two weeks prior to your photofacial. Also discontinue any artificial tanning including spray tans and tanning creams. You should not be tanned or sunburned while getting your photofacial.
• Wait two weeks after a dermal filler or neuromodulator treatment (Botox/Dysport/Xeomin) before getting your photofacial.
• One week prior to your photofacial, stop using products that contain Retin-A or retinoids, exfoliating agents (glycolic acid, alpha or beta hydroxyl acid) or abrasives.

• Medications:

• • If you have a history of cold sores or herpes, you may wish to start an anti-herpetic medicine or L-Lycene 48 hours before your photofacial, and continue using it for 7 days post-treatment.
  • Do not take Accutane within 6 months or antibiotics within 7 days of your treatment, as these increase photosensitivity. If you are taking oral steroids, discontinue use one week before treatment.
  • Use of aspirin, ibuprofen, or other anti-inflammatory or blood-thinning medications within 24 hours of your treatment may increase the risk of bruising.
  • Please consult your physician before discontinuing use of any medication.

• Do not wear perfume to your appointment on the area being treated.
• Your Spa Radiance nurse may recommend that you use SkinCeuticals Discoloration Defense serum, a melanin suppressant, the month before your BBL photofacial. Please adhere to the recommended usage instructions before and after treatment.
• If you are pregnant, we recommend abstaining from all laser treatments.
• For maximum comfort, book our free numbing service 30 minutes prior to your photofacial.

After your photofacial, your skin is delicate and going through a dynamic cell regeneration process. It is important to nourish the healthy new cells and protect your skin from sun, chemicals and bacteria. We recommend a special skincare routine for the first 10 days, using nothing on your skin except products from the Product Recommendation section below. These products are specially designed to support the natural healing process your skin is going through.

• For maximum results, we recommend an LED light therapy treatment immediately after your photofacial, then every other day for 10 days, as this stimulates healthy cell growth. After this, we recommend a monthly maintenance treatment.
• For 24 hours after your BBL photofacial, avoid hot tubs, hot showers, and exercise. These dilate your blood vessels, which may decrease the effectiveness of your photofacial.
• You may experience a mild to moderate sunburned feeling, redness or irritation for the first 2-3 days. Cold packs can be applied for swelling during the first 24 hours. You may apply topical 1% hydrocortisone cream once a day on clean skin to reduce any redness or irritation. You can safely take over-the-counter pain or anti-inflammatory medication.
• It is critically important that you protect your skin with a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30 to prevent sun-induced brown discoloration of your skin. Apply it 30 minutes before stepping foot outdoors, and reapply every two hours if you are going to be in the sun (even just walking from the house to the car).
• A few days after your photofacial, tiny dark specs may appear. Your cells are pulling deep sun damage to the surface. Do not pick at these. Do not use exfoliating agents or abrasives for 7 days after your BBL photofacial. You may book a Spa Radiance Peptide Boost facial on Day 11 to remove the dead skin cells.
• If your skin is broken or blistered, please call so we can schedule you in with a nurse.
• Wait two weeks after your photofacial before getting a dermal filler or Botox/Dysport/Xeomin treatment.

On Day 11 you can return to your normal skincare routine. If your routine is not producing healthy, glowing skin, we recommend you request a skincare consultation with Angelina Umansky, the founder of Spa Radiance.

• We recommended coming in every 4 weeks for face only treatments, and every 5-6 weeks for treatments that include the neck and/or chest, and continue until desired results are achieved. We highly encourage you to make your next appointment before you leave.
• Photofacials typically take six to eight treatments to reach desired results. In some cases, more may be required.
• We recommend purchasing a series for extra savings.

After your BBL photofacial, your skin is delicate and going through a dynamic cell regeneration process. It is important to nourish the healthy new cells and protect your skin from sun, chemicals and bacteria. We recommend a special skincare routine for the first 10 days after your photofacial, using nothing on your skin except the products below. These products have been specially designed to support the natural healing process your skin is going through.