- Avoid sun exposure and tanning (sun or beds) for 2 weeks prior—your skin must not be tanned or sunburned.
- Discontinue retinoids, glycolic/salicylic acids, and exfoliants at least 5 days before treatment.
- Stop using photosensitive medications or antibiotics (if possible) 7 days before—check with your doctor or provider.
- Do not use self-tanner or bronzers for at least 10 days before treatment.
- Come with a clean face—no makeup, moisturizers, or products on the treatment area.
- Avoid Botox or fillers in the area for at least 2 weeks before treatment.
- Let your provider know if you’ve had any cosmetic procedures, lasers, or peels recently.
- No sun or UV exposure for 2 weeks pre-treatment.
- No waxing, threading, or chemical peels for 1–2 weeks before.
- No aspirin, ibuprofen, or blood-thinning meds (if cleared by doctor) for 48 hours prior.
- No spray tans, bronzers, or makeup on the day of treatment.
- Use gentle skincare only for 3–5 days (no scrubs, acids, or exfoliants).
- Apply broad-spectrum SPF daily—your skin will be sensitive to sun.
- Expect mild redness or darkening of spots—this is normal and fades in a few days.
- Do not pick, scratch, or exfoliate the treated area as pigment spots flake off naturally.
- Avoid hot showers, saunas, workouts, or makeup for 24 hours post-treatment.
Skin Conditions Treated with IPL Photofacial (Alma Harmony XL Pro):
- Acne & Acne Scars
Reduces active breakouts by destroying acne-causing bacteria
Shrinks sebaceous (oil) glands
Improves post-acne marks and pigmentation over time - Hyperpigmentation / Sun Damage
- Fades age spots, freckles, and sunspots
- Evens skin tone
- Rosacea & Redness
- Targets visible blood vessels and diffused redness
- Vascular Lesions
- Treats broken capillaries, spider veins, and facial flushing
- Uneven Skin Tone & Texture
- Promotes collagen production for smoother, firmer skin
- Photoaging
- Reduces fine lines and signs of UV damage
