Hydrafacial Aftercare

Thank you for attending Youth Lab for a Hydrafacial treatment. Please take the time to carefully read your post-treatment instructions below.

POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

• Use only gentle cleansers, hyaluronic acid/hydrating or healing serums, gentle moisturisers, and SPF 30+ daily for 7 days. The use of the YL Aftercare kit is highly encouraged for optimal healing.
• Avoid any heat or sweat inducing activities, including vigorous exercise for 24hrs.  
• Avoid applying makeup over the treated areas for 24-48 hours, mineral makeups are preferred.
• Avoid swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, saunas and ocean water for 72 hours. 
• Do not use fake tan or spray tan for 7 days. 
• Do not use any AHA or BHA, exfoliants or acidic based products for 7 days (eg Glycolic, Lactic, Salicylic etc) – gentle exfoliation may be used after this time.
• Do not use Vitamin A/Retinol products for 7 days (eg Retin A, Stieva A, Zorac etc)
• Do not shave the area until sensitivity has subsided. 
• Do not pick, pull or scratch the treated skin. This can lead to scarring, infection and pigment changes.

 WHAT TO EXPECT 

The listed below are all normal side effects and should self-resolve within a few days to weeks.

• Redness
• Skin shedding and peeling. The severity depends on the strength of the peel. 
• Purging of acne/pimples if there was an existing underlying congestion. 

For further information on how to manage these side effects, please see ‘Management’. 

MANAGEMENT

Cold Sores

Cold Sore (HSV) outbreak in individuals who are susceptible is possible even for those who have not had an outbreak in a long time. 

Cold Sore Relief

It is recommended these individuals take prophylactic antiviral medication available over the counter from their local pharmacy prior to and post-treatment.

Redness 

After treatment, your face will feel slightly red and irritated. This is normal and expected post-treatment. 

Redness Relief

• You can apply makeup after the treatment, ensuring it is applied with clean hands and/or a clean makeup brush. 

Shedding or Peeling

After 3-5 days there may be some mild skin shedding and peeling. Due to the mild AHA/BHA peels within the Hydrafacial treatment, it may produce a microscopic shedding of the outer dead skin layer which is not visible to the naked eye. The presence or absence of visible peeling does not impact the final results.

Peeling Relief

• This is a normal response post-treatment. No management is required. 
• Gentle exfoliation 7days post treatment

Purging of acne/pimples

If underlying congestion in the skin is present, you may experience some breakouts or pimples after undergoing any facial treatment. If this occurs they are generally short-lived and resolve fairly quickly. Purging of acne and deeper congestion that may not have been visible to you before a normal response to treatment and indicative that the skin is responding.

Purging Relief

• Ensure you are adequately cleaning your face morning and evening
• Do not pick or scratch at any breakouts. 

The HEALITE II LED treatment in the clinic is a great option for those cases where purging is severe and not manageable with home remedies. 

FAQs

What skin concerns does the Hydrafacial treat? 

The Hydrafacial treatment can treat a number of common skin concerns as well as maintain the health and balance of the skin when used on a regular basis. The most common indications are:

• Ageing and sun damage
• Acne and Acne scarring
• Pigmentation
• Uneven skin tone and texture
• Redness and rosacea
• Fine lines and wrinkles

How long until I see results?

This will depend on your skin condition before the commencement of treatment and target concerns. 

An initial treatment course of 3 treatments is recommended, 6 for acne-prone skin. Please note that symptoms of acne and congestion may be triggered after your first treatment. 

For long term results, it is advised to have monthly to three monthly maintenance treatments

When should I get another treatment? 

Subsequent treatments are based upon your therapist’s recommendation and are typically 2-4 weeks apart. 

Please contact the clinic on (08) 9324 1604 (West Perth), (08) 9260 6800 (Claremont), (08) 9260 6880 (Joondalup) or (08) 9260 6820 (Applecross) if you have any questions about your treatment or aftercare instructions.