Sofwave™ Skin Tightening Before & After Care
Review what to do before and after your Sofwave™ Skin Tightening appointment.
Pre Laser Treatment Checklist
Key timing and preparation steps to review before a laser appointment.
6 months before
Avoid Accutane
4 weeks before
Avoid waxing, plucking, using depilatory (hair removal cream) or other hair removal practices.
Avoid photosensitive medications (i.e. Antibiotic, Doxycycline, Tricyclic antidepressants, Quinidine, Amiodarone, St. John Wort etc.)
Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, self tanner such as creams or spray.
2 weeks before
Refrain from getting Botox/ Filler on the same treatment site.
1 week before
Avoid skin irritants (i.e. Products contain tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, AHA, BHA, vitamin C/L-ascorbic acid, astringents, etc.)
Avoid Anticoagulants
24 hours before
If you have a history of Herpes Simplex Virus or cold sores, you must premedicate one day prior to treatment to prevent further outbreaks.
Day of treatment
Refrain from applying makeup, lotion, cream, serum, oil, or perfume on the day of your treatment.
Please inform your technician if you have ever had tattoos or cosmetic pigmentation or permanent makeup applied near the area of treatment.
Please inform your technician if you become pregnant or you have any changes to your health history or medication since your last appointment.
Laser Treatment Post Care
To achieve the best results, please follow the aftercare steps below:
AFTER TREATMENT
Immediately after treatment: You may experience mild redness, slight swelling, or warmth in the treated area. These effects are temporary and typically resolve within a few hours.
Minimum downtime: There is little to no downtime, and most clients can return to normal activities right away.
Results Timeline: Some clients may notice subtle tightening shortly after treatment. Results continue to improve gradually over 2-3 months as collagen production increases.
Long-Term Benefits: Skin appears firmer and smoother over time. For optimal, long-term results, 1–2 maintenance treatments per year are recommended.
To support a smooth and speedy recovery and ensure the best results, please follow the aftercare steps below
TO DO
Use gentle products: Moisturize Gently
For 5-7 days post-treatment, apply a soothing, non-comedogenic moisturizer (e.g., EltaMD, CeraVe, La Roche-Posay) twice daily.Hydrate: Hydrate Inside & Out
Drink plenty of water and consider using a hydrating sheet mask every night or every other night for the first week to restore moisture.Sun protection: Sun Protection Is a Must (Minimum 2 Weeks)
Limit sun exposure and apply SPF 50+ broad-spectrum sunscreen daily. Reapply every 2 hours when outdoors.
NOT TO DO
Avoid heat and sweating (24 Hours)
Skip intense exercise, hot showers, baths, saunas, and hot tubs. Activities that raise your body temperature may increase redness, swelling, or irritation.No makeup (24 Hours)
Allow your skin time to breathe and recover. If you have sensitive skin, consider waiting a bit longer. Listen to your skin - healing comes first.Pause exfoliants (3-5 Days)
Hold off on products containing retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, lactic acid, vitamin C, hydroquinone, or benzoyl peroxide to prevent over-sensitizing the skin.Avoid irritants on the skin (1 week)
No waxing, depilatories, scrubs, washcloths, or Clarisonic brushes. These may disrupt the healing process.Avoid alcohol-based products (1 Week)
Skincare or cosmetics with alcohol can dry and irritate the skin. Stick to alcohol-free options.