Orchid Intro | Pre Treatment
Dermaplaning, although optional, is an included service with your Orchid Intro Treatment.
If you wish to recieve dermaplaning during your treatment, these products/services should be AVOIDED FOR AT LEAST 7-10 DAYS PRIOR to treatment.
Aggressive “at-home” treatments (ex: peels, exfoliating masks, enzyme treatments etc)
Over the counter & prescription retinoids (ex: Retin-A/Tretinoin, Differin Gel/Adapalene, Tazorac/Tazarotene, EpiDuo, Refissa, Renova etc)
Retinol alternatives/Vitamin A derived products (ex: bakuchiol, pumpkin based products)
AHA/BHA products (ex: glycolic, salicylic), peel pads, “brightening” pads etc.
Benzoyl Peroxide
Facial waxing (ex: brows, upper lip, cheeks etc) or depilatory creams (ex. Nair, etc)
Dermaplaning at home
Prolonged sun exposure! Sunburns/fresh tans will not be treated.
If you DO NOT wish to recieve dermaplaning, please avoid the above for AT LEAST 3-5 DAYS PRIOR to treatment.
GENTLEMEN - if you shave regularly, please do so AT LEAST 24 HOURS BEFORE treatment. DO NOT shave the day-of.
NEUROMODULATORS (ex: Botox/Dysport etc) - Avoid any facial treatments for AT LEAST 14 DAYS AFTER all injections.
FILLERS (ex: Restylane/Juvederm etc) - Avoid any facial treatments for AT LEAST 3-4 WEEKS AFTER all filler injections.
COLD SORES (HSV) - If you have a strong history of HSV (cold sores), it is strongly recommended to take Valtrex/Valacyclovir prior to treatment. Doing so, will reduce the likelihood of an outbreak due to your treatment.
This facial treatment is customized for safety during pregnancy & tailored for gentlemen clients.
Should you have any questions at all please reach out to me at the office (704) 253-4511 or email info@ironorchidskin.com :)