3D Skin Remodelling System

Thank you for attending Youth Lab for 3D Skin Remodelling. 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. Use tepid water when cleansing.
•  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)
• Strictly avoid ANY sun exposure to the treated area for a minimum of 14 days after 3D Remodelling treatment. The treated area is more prone to sunburn and pigmentation change. Keep the area covered and use a sunblock with a protection factor of 50+. Delayed blistering secondary to sun exposure has been noted up to 72 hours post treatment
• 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.
• Avoid smoking/vaping for a minimum of 14 days. Smokers generally experience poorer healing and suboptimal results so cessation is recommended.
  

WHAT TO EXPECT 

The listed below are all normal side effects of 3D Skin Remodelling and should self-resolve within a few days.

• After the treatment, your face will feel red, irritated and sensitive. A sunburn sensation in the treated area is also normal and expected
• Swelling may also be experienced in the first week. The severity of these temporary effects varies between individuals and can be mild to quite significant. Swelling can be minimal and last only a few hours, to severe lasting up to a week.
• Itching or hive-like appearance of the skin can occur (urticaria). 
• In some vascular or blood vessel treatments bruising can occur which is normal. Bruising will subside within one week
• There may be erythema (redness) and slight edema (swelling) around the treated vessels. Often they are lighter in appearance and look somewhat smudgy or less defined.
• Micro-crusting/darkening of treated pigment may occur. This can last anywhere from a few days to over one week. The face heals much quicker than body areas such as the neck, chest and arms. 

More severe side effects may include:

• Severe bruising from vascular treatments
• Blistering or ulceration of the skin. This is a rare side effect from treatment and must be managed urgently. Ensure you contact the clinic for immediate follow-up. 
• Cold Sore (HSV) outbreak in individuals who are susceptible. It is recommended these individuals take prophylactic antiviral medication from their local pharmacy prior to and post-treatment.
• The above are consented risks for the procedure. 

If you experience any of the above severe complications, please contact the clinic on hello@youthlab.com.au or; (08) 9324 1604 (West Perth), (08) 9260 6800 (Claremont), (08) 9260 6880 (Joondalup) or (08) 9260 6820 (Applecross)  so we can arrange to examine the skin to ensure healing is adequate. 

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 

Redness in the area of treatment is expected and can be combined with feeling hot and sensitive like a sunburn. This may last several hours or days, depending on the selected treatment. Corrective treatments are more likely to result in longer lasting, temporary erythema compared to maintenance treatments such as Forever Young. 

Redness relief

• Keep the area cool / apply a cool compress. 
• Avoiding heat and exercise until resolved

Swelling

Swelling of the treated area is expected, particularly with BBL Corrective and vessel removal treatments. The severity of swelling will vary from patient to patient and can range from minimal to severe. 

Those prone to asthma, allergies, increased sensitivities or taking certain medications may be more likely to experience significant swelling post-treatment. Swelling is temporary and often will subside within 1-10 days. 

Swelling Relief

• Apply a cool compress to the area for 10 minutes every hour on treatment day.
• Take an antihistamine (e.g. 10mg loratadine)
• Try sleeping on your back, slightly elevated, to prevent pressure build-up on the face.
• In severe cases review can be arranged and oral steroids may be prescribed.
  

Urticaria / Hives

In rare cases, hives have been reported after BBL Corrective and hair removal treatments. If you experience an irritated raised rash after treatment contact the clinic. Antihistamines may be taken to help relieve the itchiness.

Urticaria, itching or hive-like appearance, is associated with the thermal light affecting the surrounding skin. This will subside within a few hours to days. 

Urticaria Relief

• Take an antihistamine (e.g. 10mg loratadine)
• Apply cool compress and avoid heat. 

Blisters

Blisters may form up to 48 hours after treatment and can be more likely with Corrective and Vessel removal treatments. Other short-term effects include superficial crusting and discomfort. If these side effects occur please contact the clinic so we can examine the skin to ensure the healing process is adequate.

Blisters Relief

• An antibiotic cream may be advised by your practitioner if required. 
• A silicon wound protective cream such as Stratacel may be advised by your practitioner. 
• Other protective ointments and repair cream, advised specifically by your practitioner, can be used for comfort and healing. 
• Healite LED treatments can assist with the healing process
• If the skin is breached at all and review is not arranged for adequate management, there is a much higher risk of hyper/hypopigmentation, infection and superficial scarring. 
• Picking of the skin is to be avoided. 

Micro-Crusting 

Hyperpigmentation treatments (sun spots, age spots, freckles and discolouration) will result in visible darkening of treated pigment and micro crusting. This can result in a dry, coffee granule/ bronzed brown effect which is expected to shed 3–14 days for the face and up to 21 days on the body post-treatment. This is an expected side effect of the treatment and will self-resolve. Please note this part of the recovery process will be less with each subsequent treatment. 

Micro-Crusting Relief

• This will self-resolve. No management is required. 
• You may gently exfoliate the skin after 7 days

FAQs

How long do results last? 

Depending on the condition of the skin prior to treatment, the results and longevity will vary. When used on relatively healthy skin with mild to moderate sun damage, the results will be evident after only one treatment.

In those with moderate to severe pigmentation or sun spots, lightning will occur after just one treatment but up to 3 treatments will be required. Stubborn pigmentation requires additional spot treatment.

For those targeting persistent diffuse erythema, vessels or telangiectasias reduction will be visible after just one treatment but up to 3 treatments will be required. Stubborn vessels may require additional spot treatment.

This 3D Skin Remodelling System will continue to stimulate collagen within the skin for up to 6 months following treatment, during this time the skin will continue to show improvements.

It is important to continue to look after the skin following this treatment to prevent further damage and prolong the results. This involves strict adherence to a skincare product regimen recommended by your practitioner, sun protection and maintenance treatments with other energy modalities such as ClearSilk, BBL Corrective, BBL Forever Young.

Due to ongoing intrinsic and extrinsic (environmental, sun)  ageing factors those who are targeting concerns related to ageing: lines, wrinkles, collagen induction, changes in skin quality and pigmentation should continue with annual maintenance treatments.. This can involve undergoing single or multiple maintenance treatments and will vary from person to person.

How many treatments do I need?

We recommended an initial course of 3 treatments every 4 to 6 weeks for optimal results.

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.nt or aftercare instructions.