Important Information to Share with Your Provider
To ensure a safe and effective treatment experience, please share any relevant health information with your provider before your appointment. This will allow us to take the appropriate precautions, customize your treatment, and avoid potential complications. Here are some key details to discuss with your provider:
Medications and Medical History
Accutane (Isotretinoin): If you are currently using or have used Accutane in the past 6-12 months, certain skin treatments such as waxing, laser hair removal, or chemical peels may not be recommended due to increased skin sensitivity.
Photosensitizing Medications: Let us know if you are taking any medications that may increase your sensitivity to light (e.g., certain antibiotics, St. John’s Wort), as this can affect the suitability of laser treatments.
Retinoids and Exfoliating Products (e.g., Retin-A, Glycolic Acid): If you use these products, it may be necessary to discontinue them 5-7 days before treatments such as waxing, facials, or chemical peels.
Blood Thinners (e.g., Warfarin): These may increase the likelihood of bruising during treatments that involve heat, pressure, or waxing.
Allergies
Product Sensitivities: Please inform us of any known allergies to skincare ingredients, dyes, waxes, or essential oils. If there is any uncertainty, a patch test is recommended at least 24 hours prior to the service.
Latex Allergy: Let your provider know if you are allergic to latex, as some products or gloves may contain latex materials.
Recent Treatments and Skin Conditions
Chemical Peels, Microdermabrasion, or Laser Treatments: Please allow a gap of 7-14 days before scheduling another service on the same area to avoid irritation.
Sun Exposure or Tanning: If you have had recent sun exposure, especially for areas undergoing waxing or chemical peels, it is best to wait until the skin has recovered.
Active Skin Conditions (e.g., Cold Sores, Warts, Fungal Infections): Notify us if you have any active skin conditions, as some treatments may not be appropriate.
Medical Conditions
Pregnancy: Some services, such as certain chemical peels or laser treatments, may not be suitable during pregnancy. Prenatal massage is recommended only after the first trimester.
Diabetes or Circulatory Conditions: These conditions may affect healing times for treatments like waxing.
Epilepsy: If you have a history of seizures, please let us know before treatments involving flashing lights (e.g., laser hair removal).
Bloodborne Pathogens and Transmissible Conditions
Bloodborne Infections (e.g., HIV, Hepatitis): Your confidentiality is always respected, and protected. sharing this information allows us to ensure the safest and most comfortable experience for you.
Herpes Simplex Virus (Cold Sores or Genital Herpes): If you have an active outbreak, please postpone treatments to prevent spreading the virus.
Other Viral Skin Conditions (e.g., Warts): Inform us if there are active warts, as this could impact your ability to receive certain treatments safely.
Lifestyle Factors
Recent Hair Removal: Let us know if you’ve had any recent hair removal treatments, as this may impact the safety of additional services.
Exercise or Physical Activity: Avoid intense physical activities before and immediately after services like waxing or chemical peels to reduce the risk of irritation or infection.
Immunocompromised Clients
If you have a condition that affects your immune system or are taking medications that suppress your immune response, please inform your provider. This information helps us take extra precautions to ensure your safety and minimize any risk of infection or complications. Here are some considerations:
Conditions Affecting the Immune System: If you have an autoimmune disease, are undergoing cancer treatments, or have a medical condition that weakens your immune system, some treatments may require adjustments or additional safety measures.
Medications That Suppress the Immune System (e.g., Corticosteroids, Chemotherapy): Certain medications may impact healing time or increase sensitivity, especially with skin treatments like waxing, chemical peels, or laser hair removal.
Recent Surgeries or Infections: If you’ve had a recent surgery or infection, please let us know so we can ensure the timing of your treatment is appropriate.
Additional Safety Considerations
Open Wounds, Cuts, or Abrasions: Avoid treatments in these areas to prevent infection.
Personal Hygiene: For intimate treatments such as Brazilian waxing, we recommend showering before your appointment.
Bringing Personal Items: To maintain a clean and controlled environment, we kindly request that you do not bring pets or children into treatment rooms.
Providing this information helps us deliver a safe, customized service that meets your specific needs. If you have any questions about whether a particular condition or medication may affect your treatment, please contact Revive Glam Studio before your appointment.