Aftercare

• No hot baths or showers for 24 hours (cool to lukewarm water only).
• No saunas. hot tubs. massage or steam treatments for 24 hours.
• No tanning (sunbathing. sun beds or fake tans) for 24 hours.
• No sports, gym work or other exercise for 24 hours.
• Avoid scratching or touching the treated area with unwashed hands.
• Wear clean. loose-fitting clothes for 24 hours.
• Avoid swimming in chlorinated pools for 24 hours.
• Do not apply deodorants. body sprays. powders. lotions or other products to the area, other than those recommended by your therapist.

• Avoid extreme heat such as hot baths or showers. saunas and steam rooms for at least 24 hours.
• Avoid swimming and sunbathing (including sunbeds or any exposure to UV light) for at least 24 hours.
• Avoid exercise or anything that makes you sweat for at least 24 hours.
• Do not apply any perfumed products to the area for 24 hours.
• Wash your hands before scratching or touching the area or try and avoid touching the area altogether.
• Avoid the use of make-up on the brow area for 24 hours.
• No self-tanning products on the area for 24 hours.

• Failure to follow aftercare advice may result in brows becoming dry. brittle and damaged.
• Do not wet your brows for 24 hours.
• Avoid excessive heat: saunas. steam rooms sun beds or swimming pools for up to 48 hours after the treatment.
• Do not apply any products on your brows up to 48 hours after treatment.
• Use a brow oil or brow serum daily after 24 hours post treatment.
• Do not apply Retin-A. AHA or exfoliate around the brows for three davs either side of the treatment.
• No self-tanning products should be used on the face for 48 hours after the treatment.
• Use a serum on your brows every day after the initial 24 hour period: this will ensure that your brow hairs stay long and strong for your next appointment.

• Be gentle with your lashes: no rubbing.
• Do not get your lashes wet for the first 24 hrs.
• Do not use harsh products on your eyes/lashes.
• Use of Sauna/Steam is possible after 24hrs but may weaken the effect of the lift.
• Do not apply eye make-up or mascara for 24-48 hours.
• Avoid waterproof mascara.
• Swimming should be avoided for at least 24hrs.
• Do not apply eye creams to the lashes or lash area.
• Use a lash serum regularly to keep the lashes nourished and healthy.
• Note - Lash Lifts take 24-48 hours to fully set in place so it is really important to follow the aftercare advice.

• Avoid excessive heat, saunas, steam rooms or swimming pools for up to 48 hours after the treatment.
• Do not apply any products on your lashes or brows up to 48 hours after treatment.
• Do not apply Retin-A. AHA or exfoliate around the brows for three days either side of the treatment.
• No self-tanning products should be used on the face for 48 hours after the treatment.
• No sunbeds for 48 hours after the treatment.

First 24–48 hours
Avoid water, steam, saunas, heavy sweating and touching your lashes. No eye makeup or mascara.

Ongoing care
Clean your lashes 3–4 times a week with a lash-safe foaming cleanser (this can be purchased in the salon). Rinse gently, pat dry and brush through with a clean spoolie.

Avoid oils
Do not use oil-based cleansers, makeup removers or heavy eye creams near the lashes.

Be gentle
Do not rub, pull or sleep face-down. Use a silk or satin pillowcase if possible.

Infills
For best results, book an infill every 2–3 weeks.

Proper aftercare is essential for long-lasting, healthy lashes.

• Be especially careful in the first 24 hours after application and avoid intense heat during this period (e.g. saunas, hot bath. or sunbeds).
• Use cuticle oil daily to keep your nails nourished. to stimulate growth and prevent lifting
• Always wear rubber gloves when washing up. cleaning or gardening.
• Always wash your hands thoroughly after being in contact with chlorine, insect repellant or sunscreen.
• Always return to the salon for maintenance and removal and follow any advice given to you by your nail technician.
• Avoid long periods of time in water (e.g. long baths. swimming. washing up).
• Do not use your nails as tools. as this could lead to cracking. Never pick or peel the product off as this could damage your natural nail.
• Avoid filing your nails and pushing your cuticles back as this can break the seal of the gel and can lead to chipping.

Lifestyle matters
Typing, gym work, childcare, cleaning, and manual work all affect how long a manicure lasts — even when applied perfectly.

Gel vs BIAB

• Gel polish is cosmetic and flexible but not strengthening
• BIAB adds structure, durability and protection to the natural nail

If you regularly experience chips, cracks or peeling, BIAB will usually be the better option for you.

• Drink plenty of water to help flush out toxins and keep your skin hydrated. 
• Avoid wearing makeup for 24 hours.
• Avoiding heat treatments - sunbeds, saunas, and steam rooms for at least 48 hours.
• Avoiding strenuous activity for at least 24 hours.
• Avoiding touching your face – Do not touch, rub, or pick at the treated area for at least 48 hours.
• Follow the skin care routine recommended by your therapist.
• Wear sunscreen factor 30+ during the day.

It is important to protect and provide extra special care for your skin for at least 3-4 days following a Dermapen procedure. Typically, patients experience 36-48 hours of mild to moderate sunburn in appearance and sensation following their treatment.

During the healing process, minor itching, hives, some flaking, or redness may appear. If symptoms persist, please call us.

Do not pick, squeeze or agitate the skin during the recovery period.

Please avoid the following activities for up to 2 days following a treatment:

• Direct ultra-violet exposure (sun and solariums/sun beds)
• Intensive cardio, exercise or gymnasium regimens
• Excessively hot showers, bathing, spas or sauna
• Further aesthetic treatments (including, but not limited to, microdermabrasion, laser, intense pulsed light, chemical peels, muscle relaxant injections and dermal fillers)
• Spray or self-tanning
• Swimming in chlorinated pools or the ocean
• Tattooing (including cosmetic tattooing)
  It is recommended to only use Dp Dermaceuticals protocol products for post-operative care. 
• Cleanse: TRI-PHASE CLEANSERTM
• Serum: HYLA ACTIVETM
• Correct/Moisturise: VITAMIN RICH REPAIRTM
• Protect: COVER RECOVERTM
  Dp Dermaceuticals COVER RECOVERTM delivers a broad spectrum SPF30/PA+++ and camouflage in one. It should be re-applied 2-3 times a day.
  Depending on your skin concern and response, your practitioner may also prescribe other targeted products, including CLINIPREPTM and SSSCARTM.
  Please avoid the use of skin care products containing any of the following active resurfacing ingredients for up to 5 days following a Dermapen 4TM treatment:
• Mechanical exfoliants (scrubs)
• Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) (including, but not limited to, glycolic, lactic or malic acid)
• Beta hydroxy acid (BHA) including salicylic acid
• Benzoyl peroxide
• Retinoids (including, but not limited to, tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene and retinol)
• Hydroquinone
• Bleaching agents
• Alcohol (including, but not limited to, isopropyl alcohol/de-natured alcohol/rubbing alcohol)