Pre-Treatment Checklist

✔ Skin Health & Sensitivity

• I have NOT been exposed to excessive sun, tanning beds, or sunburn within the last 48–72 hours.

• I do NOT have an active cold sore.

• I do NOT have open wounds, cuts, or active eczema/psoriasis flare-ups on the treatment area.

• I am NOT experiencing frostbite, numbness disorders, or cold sensitivity issues (Raynaud’s, pernio/chilblains, cryoglobulinemia).

✔ Products & Skincare

• I have NOT used retinoids (Retin-A, tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene) for 48 hours before the appointment.

• I have NOT used exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA), benzoyl peroxide, scrubs, or any strong active ingredients in the last 48 hours.

• I have NOT applied self-tanner on my face in the last 5–7 days.

✔ Procedures & Treatments

• I have NOT had a chemical peel within the last 7–10 days.

• I have NOT received facial waxing in the last 48 hours.

• I have NOT had microneedling, laser, or IPL in the last 2 weeks.

• I have NOT received Botox or fillers in the last 7–10 days.

✔ Expectations & Aftercare

• I understand that I may experience temporary redness after treatment.

• I understand that temporary skin purging or an acne breakout may occur.

• I will NOT work out, sweat, or expose my skin to heat/steam for 12–24 hours after treatment.

• I will avoid sun exposure and will wear sunscreen daily.

• I will avoid retinoids, acids, and exfoliants for 24–48 hours post-treatment.

✔ Skin Health & Sensitivity

• I have NOT been exposed to excessive sun, tanning beds, or sunburn within the last 48–72 hours.

• My skin does NOT feel irritated, inflamed, or compromised today.

• I do NOT have an active cold sore.

• I do NOT have open wounds, infections, or active eczema/psoriasis on the treatment area.

✔ Products & Skincare

• I have NOT used retinoids (Retin-A, tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene) for 48 hours before my appointment.

• I have NOT used exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA, glycolic, lactic, salicylic) for 48 hours.

• I have NOT used benzoyl peroxide in the last 24–48 hours.

• I have NOT used scrubs, exfoliating brushes, or strong actives for 48 hours.

• I have NOT applied self-tanner on my face in the last 5–7 days.

✔ Procedures & Treatments

• I have NOT had facial waxing in the past 48 hours.

• I have NOT had microneedling, chemical peels, laser, or IPL in the last 2 weeks.

• I have NOT received Botox or filler in the last 7–10 days

✔ Expectations & Aftercare

• I understand that I may experience temporary redness after treatment.

• I understand that temporary skin purging or an acne breakout may occur.

• I will NOT work out, sweat, or expose my skin to heat/steam for 12–24 hours after treatment.

• I will avoid direct sun exposure and wear SPF daily.

• I will avoid retinoids, acids, and exfoliants for 24–48 hours post-treatment.

✔ Skin Health & Sensitivity

• I have NOT been exposed to excessive sun, tanning beds, or sunburn within the last 7 days.

• I have NOT used retinoids (Retin-A, tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene) for at least 48–72 hours before the appointment.

• I have NOT used exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA), benzoyl peroxide, scrubs, or any strong active ingredients in the last 48 hours.

• I am NOT using antibiotics or medications that increase photosensitivity (doxycycline, minocycline, etc.)

• I do NOT have an active herpes simplex / cold sore outbreak.

• I do NOT have open wounds, cuts, or active eczema/psoriasis flare-ups on the treatment area.

✔ Procedures & Treatments

• I have NOT had any chemical peel within the last 14 days.

• I have NOT had any facial waxing within the last 7 days.

• I have NOT used self-tanner on my face within the last 7 days.

• I have NOT had microneedling, laser, or IPL in the last 2–4 weeks.

• I have been off Accutane (Isotretinoin) for at least 6 months.

✔ Expectations & Aftercare

• I understand that I may experience temporary redness after treatment.

• I understand that temporary skin purging or an acne breakout may occur.

• I understand that visible peeling may be minimal depending on my skin condition.

• I will NOT work out, sweat, or expose my skin to heat/steam for 12–24 hours after treatment.

• I will avoid sun exposure and will wear sunscreen daily.

• I will avoid retinoids, acids, and exfoliants for 24–48 hours post-treatment.

✔ Skin Health & Sensitivity

• I have NOT been exposed to excessive sun, tanning beds, or sunburn within the last 7 days.

• I have NOT used retinoids (Retin-A, tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene) for at least 48–72 hours before the appointment.

• I have NOT used exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA), benzoyl peroxide, scrubs, or any strong active ingredients in the last 48 hours.

• I am NOT using antibiotics or medications that may increase photosensitivity (such as doxycycline, minocycline, etc.)

• I do NOT have an active herpes simplex / cold sore outbreak.

• I do NOT have open wounds, cuts, or active eczema/psoriasis flare-ups on the treatment area.

✔ Procedures & Treatments

• I have NOT had any chemical peel within the last 14 days.

• I have NOT had any facial waxing within the last 7 days.

• I have NOT applied self-tanner on my face in the last 5–7 days.

• I have NOT had microneedling, laser, or IPL in the last 2 weeks.

• I have been off Accutane (Isotretinoin) for at least 6 months.

✔ Expectations & Results

• I understand that clearing acne requires a series of treatments and consistent homecare.

• I understand that visible peeling may be minimal if I follow instructions correctly.

• I understand that I may experience temporary redness after treatment.

• I understand that temporary skin purging or an acne breakout may occur.

• I understand that results vary depending on lifestyle, hormones, stress, and compliance with my skincare plan.

✔ Aftercare

• I will NOT work out, sweat excessively, or expose my skin to heat/steam for 24 hours after treatment.

• I will avoid sun exposure and will use sunscreen daily.

• I will avoid retinoids, acids, and exfoliants for 24–48 hours post-treatment.

• I understand that I should avoid picking or popping pimples at all times.