Your skin deserves precision, not guesswork. Each J Luxe experience is built on advanced clinical techniques that rejuvenate the skin at different depths for visible, long-lasting results.

These Pre & Post treatment Guidelines ensure your skin is properly prepared before your appointment and supported afterwards. Following them closely helps protect your skin barrier, reduces complications, enhances your results, and protects the integrity of your skin regardless of the treatment booked.

Every step in this guide exists for a reason: to keep you safe and to ensure the outcome reflects the high standard of J Luxe Medical Aesthetics. Please read carefully and inform your practitioner of any changes to your health, skincare, or medications prior to treatment.

You MUST inform J Luxe Medical Aesthetics before your appointment if:

• You are on Roaccutane/Isotretinoin (must be off for 6 months)
• You have used steroid creams on your face recently
• You have had chemical peels, microneedling, or laser in the last 7-14 days
• You have a cold sore, active acne flare, rash, cuts, or open wounds
• You have recently started or changed medication
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding (certain acids may be excluded)
• You have had Botox or filler in the last 2 weeks
• You have allergies to skincare ingredients
• You have an active skin condition (eczema/psoriasis/dermatitis) in the area
• You have had sunburn in the last week

If any contraindication is present, treatment may be rescheduled for your safety.

Avoid for 5-7 days before your facial:

• Retinol or retinoids
• AHA/BHA acids (glycolic, lactic, mandelic, salicylic)
• Strong exfoliants or scrubs
• Benzoyl peroxide
• Hydroquinone
• Tretinoin
• At-home chemical peels

• No tanning or sun exposure 7 days before
• Must avoid alcohol 24 hours before
• Must disclose any illness, medication changes, or antibiotics
• Must avoid scheduling treatment right before an important event if downtime is expected
• Avoid facial waxing, threading, or hair removal cream before treatment

Avoid for 24-48 hours before your facial:

• Steam rooms, saunas, jacuzzis, hot yoga
• Excess alcohol (dehydrates skin)
• Smoking/vaping (reduces glow)
• Excess caffeine if you suffer from sensitivity
• Heavy exercise right before your treatment
• Direct sun exposure or tanning

Drink at least 1.5-2 litres of water the day before and the day of treatment.

Eat a light meal before your appointment, low blood sugar increases fainting risk.

Please arrive with:

• A clean face (no makeup if possible)
• Comfortable clothing
• Hair tied away from the face

Please note that some of these reactions are normal and expected:

• Redness, flushing or warmth
• More radiant skin within 24-72 hours
• Tightness or fresh sensation
• Dryness/flaking/peeling if exfoliation, enzymes or chemical peel were used
• Increased sensitivity especially around extraction sites
• Temporary breakouts or purging
• Temporary swelling
• Risk of hyperpigmentation
• Bruising (especially microneedling/PRP)
• Discomfort
• Infection if aftercare not followed
• Unsuitable results if pre-care instructions not followed

• Keep your hands off your face, avoid touching, rubbing, or scratching.
• Do not apply makeup for at least 24 hours.
• Avoid sweating, heat, gym, sauna, steam rooms, hot showers or swimming pool.
• Avoid harsh lighting, strong winds, or dusty environments.
• Do not use exfoliants, acids, retinols, benzoyl peroxide, or clay masks.
• No heavy creams, oils, or new skincare products.
• Only use a gentle cleanser and a light hydrating serum/gel.
• Avoid sun exposure, stay indoors as much as possible.
• No picking or squeezing any areas that were extracted.
• No facial waxing, shaving, or dermaplaning.
• No swimming, chlorine, or spa environments.
• Avoid alcohol; it increases inflammation and dehydration.

Reason: your skin barrier is temporarily more porous and reactive.

Results take time. Consistent skincare routine and multiple sessions advised.

This is the skin-calming and repairing phase.

• Continue with gentle skincare only.
• Introduce SPF daily (minimum SPF 30).
• Avoid retinol, acids, scrubs, exfoliants for 3-5 days.
• Avoid self-tan on the face.
• Avoid at-home extraction tools.
• Hydration, hydration, hydration, water + hydrating serums.
• If light flaking occurs, do NOT peel it off.
• Avoid direct sun exposure and wear a hat outdoors.

If LED was applied, the skin should continue improving over the week.

If deep extractions were done, mild purging may occur for 2-5 days.

Results vary depending on skin type, lifestyle, hormones, and the consistency of your homecare routine.

Purging may occur after certain treatments and is not considered an adverse reaction unless it is accompanied by heat, swelling, spreading inflammation, or increasing pain.

Strict adherence to aftercare is essential to achieve optimal results and reduce the risk of complications.

Serious reactions are rare, but early intervention prevents escalation.

Early assessment and intervention help protect skin integrity and support proper healing.