Pre & Post Treatment Advice

(CACI) ULTRA/SYNERGY, MASSAGE TREATMENTS (DERMALOGICA) FACIAL Hot Stone / Lava Shell / Warm Bamboo / AND BODY TREATMENTS Aromatherapy / Hot Salt Poultice / Indian Head Massage / Sports Massage / PRE CARE ADVICE  • Avoid wearing make-up prior to your Swedish Massage / Deep Tissue Massage treatment. / Thai Foot Massage / Japanese Hand • Do not exfoliate your body/face prior to the Massage / Manual Lymphatic Drainage treatment, for best results. for Pregnancy Massage see next section • Wear loose, comfortable clothing. • Remove all jewellery. PRE CARE ADVICE  POST CARE ADVICE  • It is preferable to bathe or shower prior to • Always wear a sun protection factor of at attending for a treatment as the skin will be least SPF 15 during the day to protect skin. hydrated and more efficient at absorbing the • Try to avoid make-up after treatment for oils used in the treatment. It is important that 12/24 hours. • Carry out facial exercises daily (therapist will no bath oils or lotions are used, and no body assist you with routine). lotions, gels, creams, etc. be applied to the • Carry out a skincare regime daily by skin as this will hinder the oil’s absorption. cleansing, toning and moisturising twice a (The use of an underarm deodorant is day. acceptable.) • Exfoliate as recommended. • Ensure products are left on the skin as long • It is important to drink plenty of water before as possible to prolong the effects of the and after treatment to maintain adequate treatment. hydration and to aid the removal of waste • Do not use sunbeds or carry out strenuous from the body. exercise for 24 hours. • If you have any serious medical conditions it MAKE-UP is wise to consult your GP prior to treatment. The information asked for during your PRE CARE ADVICE  consultation should reveal any problems and • Exfoliate your face two days before your appointment. your therapist may advise you to seek the • Cleanse, tone and moisturise prior to having permission of your GP before treatment can your make-up application. commence. • Arrive with no make-up on. • We advise you to exfoliate your body prior to • Wear a shirt that can be unbuttoned or the treatment. unzipped. • Allow time to relax before having the POST CARE ADVICE  treatment. • Try not to touch your face. • Reapply make-up as required throughout the • Try to avoid caffeine prior to treatment. occasion using powder, lipstick, blusher, etc. • Wear loose, comfortable clothing. POST CARE ADVICE  PREGNANCY MASSAGE • Allow yourself time after your treatment PRE CARE ADVICE  to rest and/or sleep, so avoid strenuous • Please seek the advice of your GP or midwife exercise/activities. This will allow your body to ensure that massage treatment is suitable to repair and re-energise. for you. Massage can only be administered • In order to gain maximum benefit from your from the second trimester onwards and massage, it is wise to avoid using any skin treatment will be very gentle and light. preparations, bathing or showering for the You should avoid having a pregnancy ! massage if: next eight hours. This will allow the oils to • Your midwife or doctor has advised thoroughly penetrate your skin. against it • Drink plenty of water, herbal tea and fresh • You’re experiencing nausea or headaches fruit juice to aid this process. Eat a well that you haven’t yet discussed with your balanced diet. Reduce your intake of caffeine medical practitioner • You have a high risk of premature labour and alcohol, and avoid smoking for as long as possible after your treatment. POST CARE ADVICE  • Occasionally, some people experience • Your baby may be more active after your session because of increased blood flow, due nausea and/or headaches after treatment. to increased delivery of nutrients to the baby, This is perfectly normal and will pass. or simply responding to you being so relaxed Drinking plenty of water and resting will help. and calm. • Fresh air will help alleviate drowsiness. • Your baby may also be really calm too. Enjoy • Relaxation produced during a massage can the calm but remember to tune in to your help to reduce challenging behaviour by baby’s movements especially over a 24-hour period. reducing anxiety and stress. • Massage engages the parasympathetic • You may experience going to the toilet more nervous system, which reduces levels of the frequently. stress hormones (adrenaline and cortisol) • Some essential oils can enhance the effects and increases levels of feel-good hormones of alcohol, and therefore care should be such as dopamine and serotonin. • You may feel emotional after a massage and taken if driving or working. You will be this is perfectly normal. advised if this applies to you. • Drink more water than you might ordinarily; • It is wise to avoid direct sunlight and sun massage stimulates the lymphatic system beds for 24 hours after treatment. Certain and can leave you feeling thirsty. You may oils can cause skin irritation when exposed also experience more frequent urination, to sunlight. and to compensate for this it is advised that you stay hydrated by drinking plenty of • In the unlikely event of experiencing any skin water, particularly in the hours following your irritation after your treatment, wash the area massage. immediately with warm water. • You may feel faint after a massage due to • Massage can help to revitalise, relax and relaxing and experiencing a drop in blood de-stress without producing any detrimental pressure. This may also make you feel cold. side effects. If you do feel faint, drink plenty of water, have a light snack to ensure your blood • Massage can be used to facilitate open sugar doesn’t drop and sit quietly until you communication, helps to build positive feel better. Consult your doctor if these relationships, and improves self-esteem. symptoms persist. • Massage can have an immediate effect • It is advisable not to consume heavy meals on reducing cortisol levels (the hormone after a massage due to any increases in circulation that may occur. released in stressful situations). • Avoid natural stimulants too as these will act • Massage can help to boost immunity. Many as diuretics and decrease the natural benefits essential oils have antibacterial, antifungal, of massage therapy. and antiviral properties. • The use of specific essential oils over time SPRAY TANNING can help to relieve aching joints and enhance PRE CARE ADVICE  mobility and skin integrity. • We recommend you obtain a patch test, • Massage can have a positive role in managing if you have never used any self-tanning fatigue, insomnia, anxiety, nausea and pain. products before or have sensitive skin. • Do not use any other self-tanning products • Aromatherapy can be continued at home by one week before treatment. using a specific bath blend or certain oils in • Wax/shave 24/48 hours prior to treatment an aromatherapy oil burner. Your therapist to allow the pores time to close. Dotting in will advise you accordingly. pores may appear if this rule isn’t followed. • Paint nails and toenails, especially if they are AFTER THE 4TH DAY acrylic or similar. • On the day of your treatment DO NOT wear To enhance and extend the life of your tan, any make-up, deodorant, perfume, body and in addition to your daily moisturising, oils or lotions as these may react with the we strongly recommend full exfoliation on tanning agents in the spray tan. the 4th/5th day with either a top-up tan or • Wear loose dark clothing and flip flops or applying a tan extender any time after. For loose fitting shoes. The tan will wash out of full exfoliation, we recommend using a body most clothing, but may stain lighter coloured polish as the best method for exfoliation. Once items, especially nylon. Tight clothing exfoliated, the use of a tan enhancing lotion will will cause the tan to rub off during the keep your tan nicely topped up. developing stage. • Exfoliate regularly especially the night before EYEBROW AND EYELASH the tan. Pay particular attention to knees, elbows and other dry areas. TINTING • Refrain from eyelash/brow tinting. Allow PRE CARE ADVICE  24/48 hours to pass as there may be a reaction with the tanning solution. The lashes or brows are dyed to make them • It is advisable to remove contact lenses stand out. Tint and peroxide are traditionally before the tan as they may become stained used to achieve this, therefore a patch test is and contaminated. required prior to treatment. • Bring swimwear/dark underwear to wear • A patch test will be required no less than during treatment. 48 hours before treatment. • Please arrive free from eye make-up. POST CARE ADVICE  POST CARE ADVICE  Your spray tan will take 6-8 hours to develop its full colour strength. We recommend you sleep After your eyelash treatment, to prolong the in the tan overnight. Therefore please follow colour of your newly tinted lashes: these guidelines: • Avoid touching/rubbing your eyes straight after the tint application. FOR THE NEXT 6 HOURS • No swimming/saunas/tanning for 24 hours. • Loose fitting, dark clothing should be worn. • Do not apply make-up or receive any other • Avoid touching all tanned areas with your eye treatments for at least 24 hours after hands. • Traces of tanning solution can be transferred your treatment. onto clothing and bed sheets; however, this • Try to use oil-free facial products around the can be easily removed in the wash. eye area to prolong the colour. • Do not wear tight fitting garments as this • If any redness or irritation occurs, apply a may rub away some of the tan. damp cotton wool compress. If symptoms • Do not shower, swim or exercise as excessive persist for more than 24 hours seek medical perspiration may cause the tan to break advice. down quicker & more unevenly. • Do not sit on light coloured or leather EYELASH EXTENSIONS fabrics as the tanning solution may cause PRE CARE ADVICE  discolouration. • Please avoid wearing eye make-up on the • Do not apply any products over the developing tan; try to avoid other beauty/ day of the treatment. hair treatments while the tan is developing. • Don’t wear contact lenses. • Drink hot beverages through a straw as • If you have any medical conditions, it is wise contact with a hot cup can strip the colour to consult your GP prior to treatment. The from around your mouth. Toothpaste can information asked for during your consultation also strip colour while your tan is developing. should reveal any problems and your therapist • Remember that the tan does not have an may advise you to seek the permission of your SPF factor and will not protect you from UV GP before treatment can commence. rays. • We advise having an eyelash tint before having eyelash extensions as this helps to AFTER THE FIRST 8–10 HOURS enhance the finished effect. Rinse off remaining colour guide with warm/ hot water. Once the water runs clear, gently POST CARE ADVICE  wash yourself with a mild soap, pat dry with a • Do not allow water to come into contact with soft towel. the lashes for first 48 hours. • Try to keep the lashes dry for 24 hours. DAILY Do not use a sauna, steam face or swim. With regular moisturising, your tan should last • Do not rub or pull on the lashes. from 5–7 days, depending on your skin type, skin • Do not use oil-based creams or make-up colour and the extent of your normal bathing removers on the lashes. routines. We recommend using an oil-free • Gently cleanse the lashes regularly with moisturiser, to prolong the length of your tan. foaming lash and lid cleanser. • Mascara is not required with Nouveau Extend • Hot showers, chlorinated pools, spas and lashes, but if needs must, Nouveau mascara saunas. can be applied. If mascara is applied, only To prevent ingrown hairs it is recommended to: use oil-free products to remove. • Dry-brush daily, which exfoliates the skin and • Constant application of heavy eye make-up, allows new hair growth without it becoming especially mascara and eyeliner, can reduce ingrown. the lifespan of your extensions and may • Hydrate the skin with a soothing moisturiser. require more frequent touch-ups. • Do not tint or perm the lash extensions. To reduce redness and irritation after waxing • Do not use heated curlers. we use: • If you want your extensions removed, please • After wax soothing oil with tea tree. schedule an appointment to do so. NEVER attempt to remove the extensions on your ELECTROLYSIS own. PRE CARE ADVICE  Please treat your new lashes with care; eyelash • Apply moisturising cream every day, twice a extensions will come out as your natural lashes day on the area to be treated. fall out. You will need to book for infills every • Avoid caffeine prior to treatment, as it few weeks. “wakes up” nerve endings making you more sensitive. LVL LASH TREATMENT • Avoid rushing prior to your appointment as it can make you tense and nervous. Arrive PRE CARE ADVICE  early to allow yourself ample time to relax. • Please avoid wearing eye make-up on the • Avoid wearing deodorant prior to an day of the treatment. • Don’t wear contact lenses. underarm treatment. • Ensure you have had a patch test at least POST CARE ADVICE  24 hours before having the treatment. • Don’t touch the area treated for at least POST CARE ADVICE  4 hours. • Do not allow water to come into contact with • After treatment, a regenerating cream/gel the lashes for the first 24 hours. will be applied. • Use Nouveau Lash Conditioning Serum on • Depending on individual skin types, you the lashes regularly. may display redness and a small amount of swelling after treatment. This is normal. If any other manifestations occur, it is temporary WAXING (HAIR REMOVAL) and will disappear shortly with proper care. PRE CARE ADVICE  Do not aggravate the treatment area. Please It is recommended that for your first waxing follow these instructions: treatment that you wear loose garments for • Do activities that keep you cool. optimum comfort following the service. • Avoid sun tanning, working out, hot tubs, etc., which can increase swelling until Please AVOID the following activities before treatment area has completely healed. waxing: • Keep treated area clean until treatment area • Direct exposure to sun or a tanning bed has completely healed. within the previous 24 hours. • For electrolysis treatment on the face, try not • Excessive exfoliation or scrubs in the area to apply make-up for at least 24 hours. within 48 hours. • If you must wear make-up, put an antibiotic • Shaving the area or using hair removal ointment on first. products within the previous two weeks. • For electrolysis treatments on the underarm, • Applying lotion in the areas to be waxed. avoid wearing deodorant for at least • Consumption of alcohol or caffeinated 48 hours. Deodorant clogs the pores and beverages within several hours. dries out the skin, increasing the healing For Brazilian and Hollywood waxing please time. AVOID the following in conjunction with the • Wear sunscreen at all times. If the above activities: treatment area is unprotected while healing, • Sexual activity within 24 hours. hyperpigmentation may occur. • Trimming the pubic hair less than ¼ inch • Apply a soothing moisturiser twice a day for long. two or three days or until treatment area has POST CARE ADVICE  healed. Please AVOID contact with these products and activities immediately following waxing ACRYLIC / GEL / SHELLAC / services: (OPI MANICURE / PEDICURE • Tanning beds or sunbathing for 24 hours. • Spray- or self-tanners (especially on the TREATMENTS) bikini area). PRE CARE ADVICE  • Exfoliation and topical acidic products for • We advise you to wear loose flip-flops or several days. sandals prior to having a pedicure. POST CARE ADVICE  POST CARE ADVICE  • Always use gloves when washing up, cleaning In order to ensure the full benefits of a or gardening, as household chemicals will treatment, clients are usually asked to carry strip the nails and skin of natural oils, thus affecting its look and condition. out the following advice for 24 hours following • Use cuticle oil every night just before going treatment: to bed. This will nourish the root of the • Drink lots of water as this will help hydrate natural nail, allowing it to produce stronger, the body, flush out toxins and improve energy more flexible and non-flaking natural nail. levels. • Moisturise your hands every time after • Try to rest after the treatment as this will help washing them. This will allow the skin to stay the treatment work to its full potential and smooth and youthful. will allow your body to focus on healing. • Never use your nail extensions as tools; treat • Avoid tea, coffee and alcohol as these are them the way you would your natural nails. stimulants and will reduce the effectiveness • Always use a base coat under nail polish of the treatment. to avoid yellowing of nail enhancements or • Eat a light and healthy diet to allow your natural nails. body to put its energy into healing. • Use non-acetone nail polish remover for • Reflexology is a detoxifying and cleansing acrylic and gel nails. treatment so you may experience going to • Take care around extreme heat or naked the toilet more frequently. flames as nail extensions may melt. • Do not pick off the extensions as this will • Occasionally some people experience nausea remove the upper layer of your natural nails, and/or headaches after treatment. This is thus causing damage. Have them removed part of the detoxifying process and will pass. professionally with an appropriate remover (acrylic or soak-off gel) followed by a manicure to keep natural nails in good shape. PIERCED EARS • If lifting can be seen please contact us for PRE CARE ADVICE  an appointment as water and dirt can get underneath and cause an infection. We will advise if the ear lobes are suitable for • If any adverse reaction occurs: rash, redness, the piercing procedure. inflammation of any kind around the nails, It is essential that anybody under the age please contact your GP immediately. ! of 16 is accompanied by a parent during • Tinted lotions, suntan creams and hair treatment. products can discolour your nail extensions, so wash your hands thoroughly after use or POST CARE ADVICE  wear gloves to protect them. ALWAYS wash your hands before coming into • Do not miss your regular maintenance contact with pierced ears or earrings. appointments to ensure your nails stay Using cotton pads, cleanse the front and back looking at their best. It is advised to carry of the ears three times a day with ear care out infills every 2 to 3 weeks, otherwise the lotion. Rotate the ear piercing earrings 2 or 3 product will become weaker (due to wear times - 180° left and 180° right, i.e. half turns and tear and incorrect structure) and the only, thus avoiding hair wrapping around the chances of breaking the nails are higher. post at the back of the lobe. Clean ear lobes for • Do not try to do home repairs or remove extensions/Gel/Shellac yourself; this could 6 weeks. In between cleansing the ear should cause a lot more damage than you realise be kept dry. CONSTANTLY check the piercing and cause bacterial infection. area for any signs of infection/embedding. Look out for redness, soreness, inflammation, REFLEXOLOGY discharge or the earring/butterfly sinking into the ear lobe. Should any of these conditions The effects of reflexology are unique to each present themselves, seek medical attention person. Most people experience a sense of well IMMEDIATELY. Do not remove the earring being and relaxation, others find it uplifting and energising. before seeking medical attention. Failure to properly follow after-care procedures or to seek PRE CARE ADVICE  immediate medical advice should a problem • Do not apply moisturisers to hands or feet occur may result in permanent scarring to the prior to treatment. ear. • It is important to drink plenty of water before • Leave earrings in ears for the first 6 months; and after treatment to maintain adequate post-style earrings MUST BE WORN AT hydration and to aid the removal of toxins from the body. ALL TIMES. After 6 weeks, if you choose • If you have any serious medical conditions to change the earrings over, they should it is wise to consult your doctor prior to the be changed immediately to other post- treatment. The information asked for during style earrings. Do not leave earrings out your consultation should reveal any problems for any length of time as this may increase and your therapist may advise you to seek the risk of the hole closing up. The post the permission of your GP before treatment should be surgical stainless steel or another can commence. hypoallergenic material. • DO NOT fiddle with the earrings during the healing period. • NEVER use fish-hook style earrings, heavy or dangling/hanging styled earrings on ears even after the healing period as this could lead to complications or injury to the ear. HOW TO REMOVE YOUR LARGE BUTTERFLY BACKS ALWAYS wash your hands before coming into contact with pierced ears or earrings. 1. Using your nails, grip under the earring decoration (the stud) with one hand and grip the butterfly with the other hand. 2. Twist both the stud and butterfly in opposite directions a few times at 180°, i.e. half turns only and give both the stud and the butterfly a good strong pull, ensuring they are pulled apart in a straight line, not at an angle. 3. If the butterfly is stiff or has some build-up, soak a cotton pad with ear care solution and hold it around the butterfly for 4–5 mins. 4. Follow steps 1–3 again and the butterfly should come away with ease. 5. When changing earrings over, please ensure they are changed immediately to other post- style earrings. Do not leave earrings out for any length of time as this may increase the risk of the hole closing up.