Rules for preparing the patient before laser procedures

Laser procedures occupy an honorable place in the practice of cosmetologists and dermatologists, as they solve a wide range of skin problems, give good results and are comfortable for patients. At the same time, correct preparation is an important factor determining the efficacy and safety of this method of rejuvenation and correction of aesthetic defects.

This article is devoted to this topic estet-portal.com, which contains recommendations Yegor Kolodchenko – MD, PhD, Head of the Board of the Council of Experts of Aesthetic Medicine of Ukraine, President of the Association of Laser Medicine. 

• Preparing for laser procedures: what factors to consider
• What preparations are used to prepare the skin for laser treatments
Preparing for laser procedures: what factors are important to consider

  Incorrect preparation or performance of the laser procedure can

cause a number of complications, such as:

 

temporary or permanent dyschromia (hypo or hyperpigmentation);

 
• blistering and ulceration;
 
• scar formation;
 
• rashes;
 
• hematomas;
 
• infection;
 
• exacerbation of acne and folliculitis.
 
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It is the duty of the healthcare professional to:

 

be competent and have the necessary knowledge;

 
• determine skin phototype and condition;
 
• be able to choose the right therapy program;
 
• quickly recognize and manage risks;
 
• ensure safety in laser/IPL treatments.
 
During the consultation phase, the practitioner should be responsible for the history taking and clinical examination of patients.

 

At this stage, it is critical to select patients correctly, explain the mechanism of action and potential risks of laser procedures, and obtain informed consent.

 

 

The risk of complications

after laser procedures is significantly increased in patients: 

with hormonal disorders;

 
• with exacerbation of hypertrichosis;
 
• pregnant;
 
• with malignant neoplasms of the skin in the treatment area;
 
• with photosensitive conditions;
 
• with recurrent skin infections;
 
• taking
• gold-based drugs;  using retinoids.
What preparations are used to prepare the skin for laser procedures

  To prepare the skin for the laser procedure, 7–10 days

before the treatment, it is recommended to do:

 

1. Medium-deep exfoliation

1 time per week 10-14 days before laser exposure. To do this, use a 15% glycol or TCA peel Easy TCA Classic.

2. Superficial exfoliation

with other acids 1–2 times a week, but not less than 72 hours before the laser procedure. 2% tranexamic acid, 2% glycolic acid, azelaic acid, such as Bene Bellum, Peel2Glow.

3 is good for this. Deep moisturizing procedure (biorevitalization of HA) 7 days prior to laser exposure and daily use of a moisturizer (emollients based on low molecular weight HA, urea, etc.) RRS Hyalift 35, RRS Hyalift 75, RRS Hyalift 75 PROactive.
4. Use of sunscreen
SPF 30 or higher in combination with niacinamide, 5% tranexamic acid, oxyresveratrol. Fulgora 30/50 SPF, Melablock SPF 30/50.
5. Use of a moisturizing mask
(NMGK) 1–2 times a week. IPLase Mask. Read also:

An easy-to-use peel for tough problems   

Example of skin preparation for laser treatment: 1) peeling with 15% TCA 10-14 days before laser treatment, 2) topical products with niacinamide, aloe, oxyresveratrol + SPF 30

You can prepare the skin well for laser exposure procedures with the help of preparations manufactured by the Spanish company Skin Tech Pharma Group from the official distributor

«Academy of Scientific Beauty». These include: 

1. The Benebellum

line, which includes peels and topical preparations aimed at combating hyperpigmentation, such as: 

peeling

Lumpeel
• – stabilized hybrid peel based on 15% TCA, glycolic and citric acid;  Lumpeel Cosmo brightening peeling based on a multi-complex of AHA acids (lactic, salicylic, mandelic, citric) and tranexamic acid 3%;
 
• Lumpost cream based on sodium hyaluronate, serine, urea, allantoin, sorbitol and glycerin;
 
• Fulgora sunscreen SPF 30 or 50 with tranexamic acid 2%, 4-hexylresorcinol 3%, blue light filter 2%, sun filters (IAS 30/50), BHA/BHT 0.1%.
  ;
You may also be interested in:

Resveratrol – miracle molecule in anti-aging products 2. The Peel2Glow line, which includes peels and serums, including:  SKIN BLOOM peeling – "radiance of the skin" based on glycolic, mandelic and maleic acids; 

SKIN BLOOM serum with vitamins A, C, E and an instant refreshing moisturizing complex; 

BEAUTY peeling & BOOST – "anti-aging peeling" with lactobionic acid 5%, glycolic acid 4%, citric acid 1% and an antioxidant complex (resveratrol, gluconolactone, ferulic and phytic acids);
• BEAUTY serums & BOOST GLOW – a complete rejuvenating concentrate with a regenerating and filling effect. Serum contains: hyaluronic acid, acetyl hexapeptide-38, acetyl hexapeptide-8, pentapeptide-18 and acetyl octapeptide-3. 
•  The Aesthetic Dermal line, which includes injectable products such as:
 
RRS ® HYALIFT® 35. Hydro balance based on unstabilized hyaluronic acid 7 mg/ml, designed to stimulate the processes of restoration and revitalization of the skin, correct the manifestations of photoaging.

 

Proper preparation of the skin for laser procedures

with preparations produced by the Spanish company

Skin Tech from the official distributor
• «Academy of Scientific Beauty»

&ndash ; the key to a successful procedure and reduced risk of complications for all Fitzpatrick skin types.

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