Medik8 Facials Precare, Aftercare & Consent

Precare, Aftercare & Consent

As Medik8 Professionals we offer an extensive treatment repertoire from youth-enhancing facials, relaxing spa-like facials to medical grade peels, there really is a treatment for everyone!

All of our Medik8 Facials begin with a Lumi Spa Surface Radiance Cleanse. Following your double cleanse, we then apply the Medik8 Scientific Mushroom Thermal Exfoliator™ which combines powerful exfoliation in next-generation scientific mushroom enzymes to restore a more youthful skin regeneration cycle. In addition, self-heating natural mineral Zeolite gently warms up on skin contact for a self-heating action - Heaven!

After spending 15 minutes relaxing whilst your tailored mask works it's magic, you will then go under the award winning Dermalux LED Therapy Light for a further 15 minutes before your treatment comes to an end with Ice Therapy!  A super cooling Ice Globe Massage with Medik8's vitamins & minerals will leave you feeling refreshed and renewed.  

Dermalux LED Therapy is a popular non invasive skin treatment for acne, sun damage, wounds, and other skin problems.

The treatment uses varying wavelengths of light to trigger the skin’s natural healing processes to repair the skin. Several treatments are necessary to see results.

LED is safe, non-thermal, nontoxic and non-invasive, and to date no side effects have been reported in published literature. In the 20 years that LED has been used in the medical and beauty industry, there have been no reported incidents of adverse reactions or damage caused by LED therapy.

PRE CARE:

  • Do not use active topicals that may increase the sensitivity of your skin such as retinoids, exfoliants, topical antibiotics or acids 3 days prior to your treatment.
  • Avoid ANY other facial treatment at least 7 days prior to your treatment.
  • Avoid extensive sun exposure / the use of tanning beds at least 7 days prior to your treatment. 
  • Likewise, avoid Hair Removal at least 7 days prior to your treatment.
  • In addition, please make sure you are not wearing makeup on the day of your treatment.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

  • Straight after your appointment your skin may feel a little sensitive and over the next few days you may experience some dryness/flaking and a 'tight' feeling to your skin.
  • If you have a lighter skin complexion, your skin also may appear a little flushed.
*Very rare, but should you have a mild reaction to products used on your skin in todays treatment, I would advise taking an antihistamine morning and night for the next 3 days and apply a gentle hydrating moisturiser up to 3 times a day to minimise dryness/further irritation. Do not apply any retinals/acids. Mild reaction symptoms will subside within 72 hours. Between us both we can then pinpoint which ingredient it is that your skin doesn't agree with, so be sure to let me know :)*

 

AFTERCARE ADVICE:

  • Do not wash your face or apply any skincare products for 12 hours
  • To minimise dryness, skip out on any 'active' products for 3 days after. (i.e Retinal + Acids)
  • Do not apply makeup for 12-24 hours. Once 24 hours has passed and you wish to wear makeup, please ensure your brushes are clean and sanitised
  • Avoid exercise / sweating for 24 hours
  • Avoid swimming, sauna’s and spa environments for 72 hours
  • Sleep on a clean pillowcase at night. Preferably Silk / Satin
  • Make sure that you are also avoiding direct sun exposure. Especially tanning beds. (Preferably forever! But if you must, please wait 14 days)
  • Make sure to keep your skin well hydrated with a protective moisturiser. Apply it twice daily or more often if needed to reduce any dryness.
  • Do not use scrubs, loofahs, exfoliating sponges or other means of mechanical exfoliation on your face for 7 days.  
  • Drink LOTS of water!

CONSENT:

Contraindications:

  • Herpes Simplex (cold sores or fever blisters) An anti-viral medication may be necessary prior to treatment
  • Dermatitis
  • Open skin lesions
  • Uncontrolled diabetes
  • Extensive sun or tanning 7 days prior and 7 days post treatment
  • Roaccutane in the past 6 months to 1 year
  • Prescription topical retinol products in the past 14 days
  • Waxing of area to be treated in the past 7 days
  • Skin must be healthy and intact
  • An allergy to aspirin
  • Active Infections (skin)
  • Allergy/Hypersensitivity to certain skincare ingredients / topicals
  • Blood thinning medication
  • Light Sensitive Medication
  • Antibiotics (which can make you light sensitive)
  • Epilepsy / Seizures triggered by light
  • Photosensitive disorder
  • Pregnancy
  • Anti arthritic medication such as Ridaura, Gold 50.

 

I am aware of the following risks/complications that may occur: 

  • Slight redness / flushed skin
  • Sun sensitivity 
  • Skin sensitivity
  • Pigment changes 
  • Breakouts
  • Irritation / Dryness
  • Allergic reaction
  • Bacterial infection 

 

✓ I understand that the treatment may involve risks of complication or injury from both known and unknown causes, and I freely assume those risks. Prior to receiving treatment, I have been candid in revealing any condition that may have a bearing on this procedure. 

✓ I consent and authorise all therapist’s at Skin by Paige Alexandra to use all products and equipment that make up the Medik8 Facial + LED Therapy treatment on me. I certify that I have read this entire informed consent and I understand and agree to the information provided in the form. My questions regarding the procedure have been answered satisfactorily. 

✓ I hereby release all therapist’s at Skin by Paige Alexandra from all liabilities associated with this procedure. This consent is valid for all of my Medik8 Facial + LED Therapy treatments and all technologies in the future as well.