HydraLite: Contraindications, Pre-Care and Post Care Instructions

Introduction

Welcome to Omniya Clinic’s guide to your HyraLite treatment. Below, you will find comprehensive contraindications, pre-care and post-care information for your treatment. If you have any questions, please contact our reception team who will be happy to assist you.

Medical History

If it is your first time seeing an aesthetician at Omniya Clinic please click here to fill out your Medical History Form in advance of your appointment.

Instructions:

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Please note: If there are any medical changes or if you have been taking any new medication since the last time you visited us, please inform us before you attend the clinic to ensure you are still suitable to have the treatment.

Contraindications

The BBL system is contraindicated for:

• Patients who have a history of abnormal response to sunlight
• Patients who use photo-sensitising medications or drugs
• Patients who have used isotretinoin (Accutane) within the last 6-12 months
• Patients who have medical conditions that may affect wound healing
• Patients who use anticoagulant medication or heavy aspirin use
• Patients with active infections and/or compromised immune systems or autoimmune diseases
• Patients with tanned skin (real tan or fake tan)
• Patients with a history of skin cancer, especially malignant melanoma
• History of any other form of cancer (GP/ Consultant’s letter may be required; must be in remission for 6 months)
• Patients who have a history of keloid scar formation
• Patient who are Skin Type VI
• Open lesion or cold sore
• Aspirin allergy (patch test)
• Skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, or rashes
• A viral concern such as HIV or hepatitis
• Pregnancy or lactation
• Neurological disorders such as epilepsy
• Infection in the urinary system i.e. kidneys, bladder and urethra (Lymphatic drainage)
• Crohn's Disease (Lymphatic drainage)
• Hyperthyroidism (Lymphatic drainage)
• Deep Venous Thrombosis (Lymphatic drainage)
• Lymphedema (Lymphatic drainage)
• Patients who have had injectable treatments (wait 2 weeks)

Pre Treatment Advice

Please:

• Stop using prescribed retinoids (tretinoin) or other prescription grade actives such as Benzoyl Peroxide 2 weeks prior to treatment.
• Avoid retinol, exfoliating acids and any other active skincare 5-7 days before your treatment, depending on strength
• Avoid waxing the area 7 days prior to treatment
• Allow 2 weeks since any injectable treatments (Dermal fillers, Botox)

Post Treatment Instructions & Expectations

• You may notice darkening of your pigmented spots, followed by fading and flaking off at a later stage.
• Follow your aesthetician’s aftercare plan until skin is completely healed – typically one week after the treatment. The skin on your body might take longer to heal, compared to your face. Your skin may experience temporary irritation, tightness, or redness.
• While the skin is healing, avoid anything that will irritate the skin, such as exfoliants, shaving, too hot or too cold water and swimming pools and spas with multiple chemicals/chlorine.
• Cleanse the skin two times a day with plain, lukewarm water and a gentle cleanser. Use your hands and fingertips to cleanse using gentle patting motions. DO NOT rub, scrub, use an exfoliant soap or skin care brush, e.g. Clarisonic in the treated area.
• Moisturiser should be applied generously with clean hands over treated area and reapplied whenever your skin feels dry. Keep the affected area moist and avoid direct sunlight.
• Sunscreen is a MUST and should be used daily beginning the day of treatment and used consistently. Use sunscreen with Broadband UVA and UVB protection and a SPF of at least 30. Ensure to reapply during sun exposure. DO NOT expose your skin to direct sun exposure for 14 days. The treated area is more prone to sunburn and pigmentation change.
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat or sun protecting clothing post treatment to avoid blistering, scarring, hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation.
• Avoid strenuous exercise and sweating until after skin has healed.
• If the treated area is especially warm within the first 12 hours after the treatment, a cold compress or ice pack can be used to provide comfort.
• If the skin appears red or swollen (sunburn sensation), an icepack can provide comfort, same as Vitamin E or Aloe Vera applied to the treatment area. In rare cases, oral pain relievers, i.e. Paracetamol or Ibuprofen may be used.
• In the unusual case of broken skin or blistering, contact the clinic immediately.
• As with most procedures, visible results from HydraLite will vary from person to person.
• If any breakout purges occur within the next 2 weeks, this is normal.
• Avoid the use of prescription retinoids (e.g. tretinoin) 1 week pre- and post-treatment.
• Avoid waxing or using other hair removal methods for 5-7 days
• Makeup can be applied after 12 hours
• No picking or touching after the treatment.
• Drink plenty of water.

Complications

Complications, though rare, can occur and should be discussed and understood. The patient must understand the importance of the post care instructions, and that failure to comply may increase the potential for complications.

• Scarring, though rare, can occur following any intense light procedure.
• Histamine/Hives: some patients develop raised urticaria similar to hives. This irritation usually subsides in a few hours.
• Pigmentary changes: hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation may occur. There is a higher risk in darker skin types.
• Purpura, which is purplish bruising, may occur in the treated area and may appear to be the size and shape of the BBL crystal. These bruises may last for 1-2 weeks. Purpura usually results from having the pulse width too short and/or fluence too high during the treatment. Purpura could also occur from the concomitant use of anticoagulant medications.
• Swelling around the eyes and bridge of nose may occur immediately after a BBL treatment and may remain for 24-48 hours.

Warnings

• There is a risk of “paradoxical effect” resulting from the activation of dormant hair follicles in untreated areas close to hirsute-treated areas in subjects with facial hirsutism, which is diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome and presenting ovarian hyperandrogenism. Basically, treatment with BBL could stimulate hair growth.