Skin Therapy
Preparing for your Facial
Daily moisturiser and Mineral Pro SPF30 should be used prior, during and after all treatments.
Products may be recommended by your Skin Specialist and should be used for at least two weeks prior to any treatment.
One week prior to treatment, avoid the use of Topical Retinoids such as Retin-A, Retinol and Retinyl Palmitate.
One week prior to treatment avoid over sun exposure.
Do not have any waxing done 48 hours before a treatment on the area to be treated.
Do not use any hair removal creams of shave 48 hours prior to treatment.
We recommend you come to appointments with clean skin in the area to be treated.
At your appointment
Consultation form must be filled out truthfully accurately.
If you start to feel any sensation on the skin that becomes uncomfortable tell you therapist immediately
If you are feeling uncomfortable please notify your therapists immediately - instead of waiting until after your treatment.
If you have any allergies you must declare this with your therapists as skin care ranges contain a diverse range of ingredients.
Please tell your therapist if you suffer form claustrophobia as some masks will go over the eye area.
Post-Treatment Care
Avoid any direct sun exposure to the treated area and use Mineral Pro SPF to keep the area protected. This applies to ‘cloudy’ days as there are still harmful UV rays that affect your skin.
SPF30+ every day is mandatory and must be reapplied every 2 hours.
Do not cleanse or apply any product to your skin for 12 hours unless advised by your Skin Specialist.
We advise to continue your recommended home-care from the next day as prescribed.
Do not rub or touch the treated area, this helps to prevent cross infection.
Avoid Peels/IPL/Laser and Cosmeceutical Facial treatments for 14 days that are not prescribed by clinic.
Do not use any active products (exfoliants/scrubs, AHA’s, BHA’s, Vitamin A, Vitamin Cor enzymes) post treatment for 5 days (or as personally advised) after your treatment to avoid skin irritation.
Avoid scratching or picking the treated area.
Keep the skin cool and apply a cool compress for comfort should the skin feel hot.
Avoid bathing or washing with hot water for 12 hours. Do not use harsh or scratching washcloths for three days post peel or facial. Apply O Gentle Antioxidant cleanser to clean hands for applications.
Do not wax the treated area for 14 days.
Avoid heavy exercise, heated yoga, saunas and spas or activities where you are likely to perspire heavily for 24 hours.
Do not apply tanning lotions or get an active tan on the area that has been treated - some facials have longer down time than others. Your therapist will advise you of this.
Avoid excessive alcohol intake and heavy foods for 24 hours. Treatments can be very stimulating and these toxins can make you feel sick or unwell if consumed within 24 hours of the service.
We recommend the use of Mineral Make-up following any treatment.
Waxing
Preparing for your Wax
Skin should be clean and exfoliated before coming in for wax.
Avoid over exposure to sun a week before your waxing appointment.
Do not shave the area 3 weeks before a waxing appointment
Waxing cannot be performed if you are on any Vitamin A prescribed products.
At your appointment
Please use wipes provided for intimate areas - even if you have ‘just showered’ Hygiene is important for both you and your therapist.
If you need wipes for any other areas please ask your therapist - we are happy about hygiene!
f you start to feel any sensation on the skin that becomes uncomfortable tell you therapist immediately.
If you are feeling uncomfortable please notify your therapists immediately - instead of waiting until after your treatment.
If you have any allergies or medical information relevant to your treatment you must declare this with your therapists as skin care ranges contain a diverse range of ingredients.
Consultation form must be filled out truthfully accurately.
Post Treatment Care
Avoid any direct sun exposure to the treated area and use Mineral Pro SPF to keep the area protected. This applies to ‘cloudy’ days as there are still harmful UV rays that affect your skin.
After 48 hours your skin will be safe to exfoliate and moisturize. This will allow for new hair growth to easily grow up onto the skins surface and prevent ingrowns. This will also give you maximum benefits out of your waxing allowing wax to pick up more hairs leaving he area smoother for longer.
Avoid any touching the area and heat induced activities for 24 hours such as hot showers, baths, pools and exercise. Waxing is a form of skin penetration allowing bacteria to enter into the open follicles. Please be mindful of this in your daily actives post wax appointment. ignoring this can lead to follicutlitus - a bacterial infection in the hair follicle. Often looks like little whiteheads over the area.
Avoid tight fitting clothes that could irritate the area of waxing.
Daily moisturiser and Mineral Pro SPF30 should be used prior, during and after all treatments.
Spray Tan
Preparing for your Tan
Waxing is best done minimum 48hrs prior to ensure all residue is off the skin.
Shaving is best done 6-24hrs prior to your appointment to allow pores to settle and reduce the chance of ‘black dots’ forming.
Exfoliating is best done 6-12 hours prior or the night before to allow pores to settle before your appointment.
Please arrive with clean skin free from deodorant, makeup, moisturiser or perfume.
Do not use any body/face washes or lotions that contain fragrances or mineral oils as this can affect the result, just as washing hair directly before is also a big no no.
What to bring
Loose cotton type clothing to wear after – no silk or satin as these fabrics absorb moisture.
Any clothing you may prefer to wear whilst being sprayed – although we do provide disposable g-strings free of charge (if breast feeding you may choose to wear a strapless bra).
If it’s raining bring suitable attire/weather protectant to ensure your tan does not get ruined – nobody likes looking like a leopard! A hoodie, trackies and a towel are best for wet weather conditions.
At your appointment
You’re fully trained technician will chat to you about what you are after in terms of colour.
All requests are determined once assessing each individual’s skin type as everybody reacts differently.
Spray Tans take approximately 10 minutes but allow 15 mins.
Our Spray Tans typically last anywhere from 7-14 days depending on factors such as skin type, lifestyle and most importantly, your post-tan care regime.
Any allergies or medical information relevant you must declare with your therapist and filled out on your consultation form.
You’re tan and look great! Heres how to make it last
No body wash or soap is to be used after the first initial shower, use your hands to thoroughly brush off the excess bronzer to ensure no streaks appear on the skin from the water stream.
No body moisturiser is to be applied until after your SECOND shower as the DHA needs to develop and this is best done with your skin free of any lotions. You will then need to moistures after EVERY shower from this onwards – treat your skin as you would your hair. Would you shampoo your hair and not use conditioner? Didn’t think so!
We recommend at least 6-8 hours before using any body products.
No high impact exercise for the first 16-24 hours as the DHA used in rapid solutions continues to develop after the initial wash off.
Avoid using harsh exfoliants on the skin for the duration of your tan – this also includes massages and pedicures (boring I know!)
Avoid chlorinated/heated places such as pools, spas, saunas, steam rooms.
Always dry yourself using the ‘wrap & pat’ method with your towel, pressing gently into the skin is best.
Short showers are best – become a ninja in the shower, 2 minutes max and I’m out!
Apply a natural sunscreen as spray tans do not contain SPF.
Our main tip is HYDRATION! Drinking lots of water (2-3 litres per day) keeps your skin hydrated which in turn helps your tan last better, longer, fade off evenly and makes it easy to scrub off when it’s ready.