After the treatment the skin may feel slightly red, warm or sensitive. This is a normal skin reaction and usually subsides within a few hours to a few days.
The treated vessels may become less visible straight away, but it also often happens that vessels first darken or temporarily appear more visible. This is part of the skin’s natural healing process.
It is important to allow enough time between treatments. For treatments on the face we advise at least 4 weeks between appointments, and for the body at least 6 weeks. During this period the body is busy with the natural healing process and clearing the treated vessels. Treating sooner does not produce faster results and is therefore not advised.
Sometimes slight swelling appears around the treated area. This occurs more often on the face, particularly around the nose or under the eyes.
Important:
Do you need to cool the skin? Then use a cold cloth or a cold pack with a cloth in between. Never place a cold pack or ice pack directly on the treated skin.
- ✓Do not use scrubs or exfoliating products while the skin is still sensitive.
- ✓Avoid sauna, jacuzzi, swimming pool and intensive exercise until the swelling has subsided.
- ✓Avoid hot showers or extreme heat during the first 48 hours.
- ✓Protect the skin daily with SPF 50+.
- ✓Contact us if you are unsure about a skin reaction.
Aftercare
After the treatment it is important to let the skin recover calmly.
Use only mild skincare and temporarily avoid products with active ingredients such as acids, retinol or exfoliants until the skin has fully settled.
Use a repairing cream according to your personal product advice. Alhydran can be part of this advice and helps calm the skin and support recovery of the skin barrier.
Are you unsure whether you may use a product? Then always get in touch with us first.
