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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I prepare for my laser treatment?
• Shave 24 hours before the treatment. • Shaving with the hair growth can reduce irritation. • Come to your appointment with bare skin, free of lotion, oil, or cream. • Exfoliate your body with a Sweet Peach Sugar Scrub prior to your laser hair removal body treatment.
Is there anything I should avoid before I get a laser treatment?
• Do not tweeze, pluck, wax or use depilatory creams 3 weeks or less before laser hair removal treatment. • Avoid sun exposure 4 weeks before laser hair removal treatment. • Stop using sunless tanning products 4 weeks before your laser hair removal treatment. • Avoid strenuous exercise, swimming, and sports for 3 days after your laser hair removal treatment.
What do I need to do after receiving a laser hair removal treatment?
• Be gentle, pat, do not rub the treated area and use very gentle products on your skin. • Apply Aloe to the treated area as needed to keep the skin hydrated and soothed. • Do not pick, scratch, scrub, or rub the treated area. • Use a SPF 30 or higher daily. • Avoid sun exposure for 1 week after your laser hair removal treatment. If you are doing a series, it is best to avoid sun for the entire time you are having your laser treatments. • Avoid using harsh exfoliating products after your laser hair removal treatment. However, 1 week after your laser treatment you may use a Sweet Peach Sugar Scrub on all body areas once per week. • Avoid strenuous exercise, swimming, and sports for 3 days after your laser hair removal treatment. • Continue to shave hair to remove it during laser treatment series. Only shave hair in the treated area if the skin is not irritated and there are no crusts or scabs.
What could keep me from receiving a laser hair removal treatment?
No individual can receive laser hair removal if they: • Are pregnant, nursing • Have a history of seizures caused by light • Have an autoimmune disorder • Are taking anticoagulants or medications that cause Photosensitivity • History of skin cancer • Using Retin A, Retinol, or other skin thinning medications • Taken Accutane within the past 6 months or less • Tattoos or permanent cosmetics in the area treated • Active cold sores or fever blisters in the area treated
What's the difference between wax and sugaring?
Sugaring is applied with the esthetician's hands directly onto the skin (they wear gloves, of course), while we use wooden sticks for our hard wax. Sugaring pulls the hair in the direction it grows (wax pulls against), so many find it to be a gentler, less painful process. Both products are warm and have a honey-like consistency.
What should I expect during a wax/sugaring?
You will be greeted by our front desk when you check in, then your esthetician will come get you from the waiting area and you'll be shown to a treatment room. She will leave while you remove your bottom layer of clothing and return when you're ready. Brazilians take about 15 minutes, and we show movies and Sex and the City episodes in all the treatment rooms, so times flies.
Do I need to be really hairy before my wax/sugaring?
If it's your first wax/sugaring ever, we recommend you haven't shaved for at least 10 days (2 weeks preferably). We recommend waiting three to four weeks between wax/sugaring appointments, but if you need to see us sooner than that to freshen up, we can certainly accommodate you.
Does it hurt?
Bottom line, you're pulling hair out of its follicle so yes, it will be a little uncomfortable. To ease the pain, we recommend exfoliating the area in the shower the day before your treatment. You should also drink lots of water the day of your appointment and avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours prior to your appointment. And if it's your first time and you find it to be painful, it gets easier every time. We promise.
What should I expect afterward?
For waxing, you may be a tad red and sensitive for up to 24 hours after. We recommend not working out (or um, having sex) within 24 hours. For sugaring, most clients experience a little redness for an hour or so, but go on about their normal lives (exercise, sex and all) immediately after. Most clients who get waxed/sugaring regularly come every four weeks (give or take). Sugaring keeps the hair away a little longer, and the more you do it, the less the hair grows back; and for many, it grows back thinner and softer.
How long does a treatment take?
A session usually takes about 1 hour, although the time can vary depending on the treatment areas. The number of sessions needed depends on your individual skin condition and goals. Your provider can help you develop a plan that is right for you.
When can I resume my daily activities?
You can resume your daily activities immediately after the treatment.
Does it hurt?
The XERF treatment has been carefully designed with comfort in mind. The treatment feels warm and comfortable, thanks to Integrated Cryogen Delivery that monitors the temperature of your skin, and Wave FitTM pulse, which balances energy delivery with a cooling effect. Unlike some other treatments, there are no needles, and no numbing required.
When will I see results?
You will immediately feel what patients describe as a tighter feeling in their skin. In the weeks after the treatment your collagen will continue to rebuild, enhancing your skin's appearance over time.
Is there anything I should avoid before I get a dermaplaning treatment?
• Do not wax 1-2 weeks before your dermaplaning treatment. • Stop using all topical Antiaging, Acne products 10 days before your dermaplaning treatment, including but not limited to the following: 1. Benzoyl Peroxide 2. Bleaching products 3. Depilatory products 4. Glycolic, Lactic Acid – AHAs 5. Granular scrubs 6. Retin A or Renova 7. Salicylic - BHA 8. Vitamin C
What do I need to do after receiving a dermaplaning treatment?
• Be gentle, pat, do not rub your skin. • Use gentle and hydrating products on your skin. • Do not pick, scratch, scrub, or rub the treated area. • Use a SPF 30 or higher daily. • Change your pillowcase. • Avoid sun exposure for 1 week after your dermaplaning treatment. • Avoid using harsh exfoliants or scrubs 1 week after your dermaplaning treatment. • Avoid sweating, swimming, and heat for 3 days after your dermaplaning treatment.
What could keep me from receiving a dermaplaning treatment?
No individual can receive dermaplaning if they: 1. Are receiving cancer treatments are using Retin A, Retinol, or other skin thinning medications 2. Have taken Accutane within the past 6 months or less 3. Have active cold sores or fever blisters in the area treated 4. Are taking blood thinners 5. Have uncontrolled diabetes 6. How should I prep for a spray tan?
How should I prepare for my session?
We recommend exfoliating your body the day before NOT the day of the spay tan as it helps the color last longer, but it’s not a must. Just remember if you’re exfoliating the same day, use a loofah, dry brush, or exfoliating glove. Using a scrub on the day of your service may prevent the spay tan solution from staying on the skin due to the oils and lotion that they contain. Please arrive for your spray tan with no lotion or beauty products on your skin and make sure to wear loose clothing for after your service. If it’s raining or is planned to, please come prepared with an umbrella, rain jacket and closed-toes shoes to prevent your tan from getting wet.
How long will a spray tan last?
5 to 7 days depending on the person. Using oils and scrubbing the skin after a spray tan will cause it to fade faster.
How long do I have to wait to shower after a spray tan?
Wait as long as possible to shower; a minimum of 8 hours is recommended.
What should I avoid after my spray tan?
Avoid showering for at least 8 hours after your appointment to allow the tan to fully develop. You should also avoid working out or sweating, as moisture can cause streaking.
May I get a touch up if needed?
Touch ups may only be done on the same day of the scheduled service.