Laser Genesis

General Information

You can expect to experience the following both during and post treatment. 

• During and after the procedure, the following may be experienced; redness, swelling, itching, warmth, tightness.
• Some clients may react differently. In severe cases the skin may turn very red, blister, swell and later scab or crust.
• There is a risk of developing temporary or permanent post-inflammatory pigmentation (PIH).
• There is a risk of triggering an outbreak of ‘cold sores’. Laser Genesis cannot be performed if an active cold sore is present
• There is a rare incidence of scarring and infection.

Contraindications

The treatment can not be performed if:

• Currently Pregnant
• Roaccutane or Accutane within the past 3-6 months
• Photosensitizing medications (Tetracyclines, Isotretinoin etc.)
• Psoriasis, eczema, lupus erythematosus, open wounds, cold sore, sun or wind-burned skin, infected or irritated skin in treatment location
• Severe Acne or Rosacea
• Currently undergoing chemotherapy, radiation or immune disorder treatments

Precautions

Additional care must be taken. Inform your clinician of any of the following:

• History of skin cancer – Must have completed recent skin cancer check (<6 months)
• Diabetes – May impede wound healing
• Tattoos including semi permanent makeup – cannot treat within 1″ of tattoo
• Injectables/dermal fillers – Wait 2 weeks following injectables.
  • Note – Reaction to dermal fillers are unknown
• Pacemakers – cannot treat within 6” of implant
• History of keloids or hypertrophic scarring
• History of vitiligo – Depigment may occur
• Smoking – impairs healing and increases the risk of complications
• Fresh scars – Check with your surgeon and/or specialist prior to starting treatment

Before Your Treatment

Pre Treatment Advice & Recommendations

Prior to your treatment, there are certain things you must do, and certain things you must not do. This includes:

Do…

• Notify us of any changes to your health history or medications
• Pre-treat with antivirals if prone to cold sores.
• Arrive at your appointment free from makeup
• Excess hair may need to be shaved
• Check with your surgeon and/or specialist prior to starting treatment on fresh scars

Do Not…

• Expose the area to sun or tanning products for 2 weeks
• Avoid Botox/Fillers in the treatment location for 2 weeks
• Avoid skin irritants in the treatment location for 1 week
  • Includes hair removal such as waxing as well as products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, granular scrubs etc

After Your Treatment

Post Treatment Advice & Recommendations

After your treatment, there are certain things you must do, and certain things you must not do. This includes:

Do…

• Apply broad spectrum SPF daily
  • Normal cleansing, antioxidant serums, moisturisers can also be applied
• Keep the area clean, cool and calm
• Pat dry rather than rub dry after showering/cleansing
• Notify us of any questions or concerns you may have

Do Not…

• Do not expose the area to the sun (wear protective clothing and apply SPF 30+ or higher, daily)
• Avoid exercise, swimming, and heat based activities including saunas, steam rooms for 3 days
• Do not pick, scratch or rub the skin
• Avoid skin irritants in the treatment location for 1 week
  • No hair removal or products containing tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, granular scrubs etc

Possible Adverse Effects

Laser Genesis is considered a very safe and effective skin rejuvenation treatment when delivered by a qualified and highly trained professional, however all laser treatments have risks.

Although rare, these are possible adverse side-effects that may occur, especially if you fail to follow the pre and post treatment advice provided:

• WOUNDS – Low Risk – Heat based treatment with risk of burns – but unlikely to occur.
• INFECTION – Low Risk – Any type of wound can develop into infection – but unlikely to occur.
• SKIN COLOUR CHANGES – Medium Risk – The treatment is designed to create a more even skin tone and complexion. The treated area may become either lighter or darker in colour compared to the surrounding skin. Further de-pigmentation may be seen in Vitiligo.
• HAIR LOSS – Low Risk – Uncommon but may occur over treatment site.
• DARK SKIN TYPES – Medium Risk – Have an increased risk of complications and/or pigmentary issues. Additional cooling may be required to maximise skin protection