BBL

• Avoid sun exposure and self-tanners. Tanned skin absorbs light energy unpredictably and increases the risk of burns or pigmentation changes.
• Stop using harsh ingredients. Retinoids and exfoliating acids (AHAs/BHAs) are not recommended for several days before treatment.
• Tell your provider about your current medications. Some medications, like certain antibiotics or acne medications, can increase sun sensitivity and sensitivity to light treatments.
• Arrive with clean skin. Make sure it is free from makeup, sunscreen, lotions and other products.

Your provider will cleanse the treatment area and give you protective eyewear to shield your eyes from the light. A thin layer of gel may be applied before the BBL handpiece is moved across the skin in steady, overlapping passes. Most patients describe the sensation as a series of warm snaps, similar to a light rubber band flick, though the chilled sapphire crystal on the handpiece keeps the skin cool and comfortable throughout. Sessions typically take 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated.

• Protect your skin from the sun. Sun protection is the most important step in maintaining your results. Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every day, even if you plan to be indoors.
• Do not pick at flaking spots. In the weeks after your treatment, your dark spots may darken and then flake. Instead of picking or scrubbing at these spots, let them naturally fall off.
• Avoid hot temperatures and intense exercise for 24 hours. This includes hot showers, baths, steam rooms, saunas and hot tubs.
• Keep the skin hydrated. Choose a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer. There are products specifically made for use after procedures.