Treatment Care

• Drink plenty of water. This helps keep your skin hydrated.
• Use lukewarm water to wash your face.
• Change your pillowcase and towels the day of your treatment.
• Wash your hands before touching your face.
• Wipe down your phone and glasses (anything that touches your face) often.

Do not pick, pop, pull, scratch or squeeze your skin. If you experience flaking after your facial, do not pull it off. Allow the skin to fall off on its own.

It is possible to have “purging” (breakouts) after facial treatments. The best thing to do is spot treat with our Spot Stop and ice your skin. Let us know if you’d like a recommendation for a spot treatment!

No waxing or sugaring after your treatment.

No microneedling after your treatment.

• Use gentle, basic skincare. Non-foamy cleansers are best, along with a gentle moisturizer. Our post-treatment favourites are the Gentle Cream Cleanser or Vitamin Veil Cleanser, Aloe & Calendula Calming Mist, Recovery Serum, Recovery Defence Creme and Bio-Essence Nighttime Calcium Complex.
• No exfoliation or actives like retinol, alpha hydroxy acids, salicylic acid, prescription creams, benzoyl peroxide, etc. If you have a stinging or burning reaction, wait a few more days.

Stay out of direct sunlight as much as possible, and be extra diligent about re-applying SPF 30+. Wear a hat if you cannot avoid direct sunlight. Any of our sunscreens are a great choice after your treatment: Skin Defense SPF 35 Cream, Tinted Mineral SPF 35 Cream or Light Day Sunscreen SPF 37.

• No makeup. Make sure makeup brushes have been cleaned within the last week.
• No sweaty or strenuous exercise.

No steam rooms, saunas, swimming pools or hot tubs.

It is not advised to go on sunny trips such as beach vacations or skiing/snowboarding for at least one week after these treatments.

• Plan to stay inside for the remainder of the day after microneedling.
• Please use the provided skincare kit after your treatment and follow the instructions below for the best possible results.
• It is normal for skin to flake or lightly peel after microneedling. Do not pick or pull at flaking skin, as you risk scarring and pigment changes. Let the skin fall off on its own, and do not pick, pop or squeeze your skin.

Use the provided microneedling gel and apply as often as needed with clean hands. Your skin may feel tight after microneedling; this is totally normal. Wear a clean hat if you need to go outside and avoid facing the sun.

Your aftercare kit includes everything you need for the microneedling recovery phase:

Morning: rinse with cool water, then apply serum, followed by moisturizer, then SPF. Use moisturizer as needed if your skin feels tight or dry.

Evening: with clean hands, cleanse gently with the provided cleanser, mixing a small amount of cleanser with water and massaging it in for 60 seconds. Rinse with cool water, then apply serum, followed by moisturizer.

Reapply SPF every couple of hours (think mid-morning, lunchtime and mid-afternoon). Even if you are inside, reapplying SPF is important. It can be helpful to set a timer.

Repeat this routine 2 times daily for 4 to 5 days, or until your provided homecare products run out, then return to your normal routine with the exceptions below.

No sweaty or strenuous exercise.

No makeup. Make sure makeup brushes have been cleaned within the last week.

• Avoid NSAIDs: refrain from ibuprofen, Aspirin and Aleve for at least 7 days to avoid interrupting the healing process.
• No steam rooms, saunas, swimming pools or hot tubs.
• No active ingredients such as retinol, alpha hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, hydroquinone, prescription creams and salicylic acid.

Avoid direct sun exposure. Day-to-day activities are okay, but please do not plan outdoor excursions or sunny trips (hiking, skiing, snowboarding, beach vacations, etc.).

No professional treatments such as laser, chemical peels, dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, or a follow-up microneedling treatment unless advised otherwise.

Do not cleanse your skin for 12 hours after your peel.

Your aftercare kit includes everything you need for the post-peel recovery phase:

1. Cleanse: use the Vitamin Veil Facial Cleansing Oil with gentle circular motions, then rinse thoroughly.
2. Treat: apply the Vitamin C Reversal Serum and gently massage it into the skin in small circular movements.
3. Moisturize & protect: apply the Post Peel Balm to calm, hydrate and protect the skin. During the day, you can mix 1 pump of Post Peel Balm with 1 pump of Light Day Sunscreen SPF 37.
4. Sun protection: use Light Day Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 37 every morning during the post-peel recovery phase.

• Do not put your face directly under a hot shower.
• Do not use jacuzzis, steam rooms or saunas.
• Avoid activities that cause excessive sweating.
• No scrubs or mechanical forms of exfoliation.
• No retinoic acids, AHAs, BHAs or astringents until the skin has healed.
• Do not peel or pick at the skin.

Some light to moderate flaking or peeling may occur in the days following your treatment as part of the skin’s natural renewal process. The amount of visible peeling varies from person to person, and some clients may experience very little peeling.

• Evening: apply Fraction V lotion before going to bed.
• Water & activities: avoid water, saunas and direct sun exposure for the first 12 hours.
• Makeup: avoid makeup directly on the skin for 24 to 72 hours. Eye makeup and lipstick can be worn right away, and a light BB cream or tinted sunscreen (like our Tinted Mineral SPF 35 Cream) is okay after 24 hours if needed.

• Morning: gently cleanse with Vitamin Veil, then apply Fraction V, followed by sunscreen (Light Day Sunscreen SPF 37).
• Midday: reapply Fraction V, then sunscreen.
• Evening: cleanse with Vitamin Veil and apply Fraction V.

• Resume your normal skincare routine, with one exception:
• Strictly avoid retinol and vitamin A products for one month after your treatment.

Your SWiCH includes a follow-up mini facial about two weeks later to support healing and maintain your results. Make sure it’s booked!

• No makeup. Make sure makeup brushes have been cleaned within the last week.
• No sweaty or strenuous exercise.
• No steam rooms, saunas, swimming pools or hot tubs.
• Wait to exfoliate or reintroduce retinol, alpha hydroxy acids and salicylic acid into your routine. If you have a stinging or burning reaction, wait a few more days.

Exfoliate 3 to 4 days after waxing, and 2 times a week after that. Exfoliating after waxing helps prevent ingrown hairs and breakouts.

• Keep them dry: avoid water, heavy showers, washing your face directly over the brows, or getting caught in the rain for at least 24 to 48 hours.
• No sweat or steam: skip the gym, heavy workouts, saunas, steam rooms and hot tubs for 24 to 48 hours.
• Hands off: do not touch, rub or scratch your brows, or sleep face-down on your pillow.
• Skip makeup and actives: avoid brow makeup, heavy face creams, retinoids and exfoliating acids (AHAs/BHAs) around the area.
• Avoid heat: stay away from direct sunlight, sunbeds and high-heat tools like hair dryers near your face.

• Brush daily: use a clean spoolie each morning to gently groom your brows into your desired shape.
• Hydrate and nourish: apply a nourishing brow oil, keratin serum or conditioner daily or twice weekly to prevent dryness and breakage.
• Cleanse gently: wash your face with a mild, oil-free cleanser.

Mild stiffness or a faint chemical scent on day one is normal, and softens by day three.

Wait at least 6 to 8 weeks before repeating a lamination service to protect your hair structure.

• Keep them dry: avoid water, heavy sweating, steamy showers, swimming and saunas for the first 24 hours.
• Hands off: do not touch, rub or scratch your brows.
• Skip makeup and oils: avoid applying makeup, facial cleansers, lotions or serums directly over your brows.

• Use oil-free cleansers: oil breaks down the tint much faster, so wash your face with gentle, water-based or oil-free products.
• Avoid harsh acids and retinoids: skip products containing AHAs, BHAs, glycolic acid, salicylic acid or retinol near your brow line.
• Pat dry: gently pat your face with a towel instead of rubbing across your brows.
• Protect from the sun: apply mineral SPF or wear a hat. UV exposure and tanning beds bleach the pigment.
• Condition your brows: use a lightweight brow conditioner to keep hairs soft and strong.
• Groom gently: brush your brows into place daily using a clean spoolie.

• Drink water: stay well hydrated after your treatment.
• Take it easy: skip intense workouts for the rest of the day and give your body time to settle.
• Gentle movement: light walking and the stretches Bambi recommends can help you keep the benefits of your treatment.

Some mild soreness for 24 to 48 hours is normal, especially after deeper therapeutic work. A warm bath, shower or heat pack can help. If you have sharp pain or soreness that lasts longer than a couple of days, please let us know.

If Bambi gave you stretches or exercises, keep doing them between appointments. She’ll also recommend how often to come back based on your goals.