Prep & Aftercare

Preparation:

Prior to waxing ensure that the hairs are long enough to be completely removed by the root. To achieve this the hair needs to be at least 0.5cm long.
If you have been shaving prior to waxing, it is important to note that it might take a couple of waxes to get your hair into a cycle of growth that allows for the most effective finish.

Aftercare:

It is normal for the treated area to be a little red, sensitive and warm following waxing due to a histamine reaction. This should subside 3-6 hours following the treatment.
Limit exercise for the first 36 hours after waxing, as sweat is a breeding ground for bacteria.
Don’t expose yourself to heat or UV rays for at least 48 hours.
Avoid using body lotion, moisturisers, fragrances, soap or deodorant on the area for the first 12 hours.
Don’t use saunas, spas or public pools for 48 hours after waxing to avoid cross infection.

Pre-Treatment Guidelines:

Avoid fake tan for 7 days prior to the treatment,
Aren't taking any blood thinning medications or prescribed acne medications.
Aren't taking any multi-vitamins, fish oil capsules, Evening Primrose Oil, or flax-seed oil for up to 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Are not using Vitamin A, C or acid skin care products for 2 weeks before the treatment.

Post-Treatment Guidelines:

Use Bepanthen 5x a day for 5 days following treatment.
No swimming or saunas for 5 days following the treatment.
No sunbathing for 5 days following the treatment.
Avoid excessive sweating immediately after the treatment.
No active skin care, for example Vitamin A, C & acidic based products until 14 days following the final treatment.
No picking the scabs!
Keep the areas clean from brow make-up for 5 days following the treatment.
Ares must be kept clean and dry to avoid infection.
All brow tattoos must be protected from the sun to keep their colour as long as possible.
For best results a minimum of 2 treatments are required. The 2nd treatment must be within 6 weeks of the first treatment and is free of charge.
Feather touch will need to be refreshed roughly 12-24 months from initial treatment.

Please let us know if you go on any new medication while getting treatments, eg antibiotics.

What to expect following the treatment:

Immediately after treatment: Slight redness, tingling.
5 days following treatment: Slight scabbing, colour changes, slightly flaky skin in the surrounding area, uneven healing/missing spots. It is normal to lose up to 80% of colour during healing.

Preparation:

The treatment CANNOT be performed on the skin that has had unprotected sun exposure 6-8 weeks prior to treatment. Sunscreen MUST be worn daily and reapplied when required for the 6-8 weeks prior to treatment.
Fake tanning products must not be used on the treatment area for 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Avoid tweezing, waxing, and electrolysis for 2-4 weeks prior to treatment.
Minimal hair growth must be left prior to initial consult but following treatments the area must be shaved 1 day prior to your appointment.
Expected directly following treatment:
- Swelling and redness around some hair follicles is expected. This should reduce 24-48 hours following treatment.
- Hairs will continue to ‘grow’ for the next week but then will fall out 10-14 days after IPL treatment. These hairs can be shaved until they fall out if required.

Aftercare:

Avoid very hot baths/ showers/ steam baths/ sauna for 1 week following treatment.
Avoid swimming in strong chlorinated water for 1 week following treatment.
Do not exfoliate the treated area for 3-4 days following treatment.
Avoid waxing, plucking or electrolysis while having treatments as this physically removes the target. The area can be cut or shaved.
Sunscreen MUST be worn, when and if treatment area is exposed to UV. Failing to do so will affect results and may result in refusal of treatment.

Preparation:

The treatment CANNOT be performed on the skin that has had unprotected sun exposure for 6-8 weeks prior to treatment. Sunscreen MUST be worn daily and reapplied when required for the 6-8 weeks prior to treatment.
Fake tanning products must not be used on the treatment area for 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Expected directly following treatment:
Immediately after the IPL treatment the skin will be provided with topical actives to support results. A cooling masque will then be applied to the skin.
Mild redness is expected following the treatment and will usually last between 24-48 hours. Mineral makeup can be used to conceal redness if required. In some cases small blisters may appear, if these are uncomfortable you can cool the area using a cool face cloth.
Any pigmentation that responds to treatment (sun generated pigmentation) will become noticeable or darker (milo-effect) before lightening or disappearing.
Slight swelling can be expected when treating vascular skin concerns.
The treatment area for specific concerns (pigment or vascular) may feel hot for a period of time following treatment

Aftercare:

Use only cool water to wash face for 2 days after treatment.
Avoid very hot baths/ showers/ steam baths/ sauna for 1 week following treatment.
Avoid swimming in strong chlorinated water for 1 week following treatment.
Do not exfoliate the treated area for 5 days following treatment.
Sunscreen MUST be worn and reapplied as required continually. This is ongoing; failing to do so will affect results and may result in refusal of treatment.
Entering a spa or swimming in chlorinated water will reduce the life of your tan.

Pre-tan:

For best results shower and exfoliate, do not apply any moisturiser, make-up or deodorant
Hair removal is best performed at least 24 hours before getting sprayed.

What to wear:

When being sprayed you can wear as much or as little as you wish
Loose clothing is recommended to be worn after being sprayed until showering. For ladies we also recommend not wearing a bra between being spray tanned.

After tan:

It is recommended to shower 6-8 hours after Byron Bay Tan original or 2-4 hours after application with Byron Bay Rapid Tan.
For a longer lasting tan, always use mild foaming body wash for showering.
Avoid any activities that may result in perspiration before your first shower.
Use a good moisturiser daily to nourish & moisturise the skin.