Aftercare

These are things that should be done by yourself before and after a treatment. These can also be found listed with each treatment.


Facial Treatments (includes Men's)

  • Do not undertake any other facial skincare treatments within 48 hours of having a Facial
  • Stay away from direct sunlight/sunbeds and heat e.g. saunas for 48 hours after having a Facial
  • Do not apply any other exfoliating skincare products for 72 hours after having a Facial
  • Keep make-up/shaving and other skincare products to a minimum for 24 hours after having a Facial
  • For long term results use the prescribed products for home care and book in for treatments monthly. Always use an SPF.

Waxing

  • Do not undertake any other skincare treatments within 48 hours of having a waxing treatment
  • Stay away from direct sunlight/sunbeds and heat e.g. saunas for 48 hours after having a waxing treatment
  • Keep skincare products to a minimum for 24 hours after waxing
  • For long term improvements book in for regular treatments and do not shave between treatments

Body Treatments, Massage (includes Men's)

  • Avoid alcohol and heavy meals for 24 hours after treatment
  • Do not operate heavy machinery for 24 hours after treatment
  • Do not undertake any other body treatments for 48 hours after treatment
  • Stay away from direct sunlight/sunbeds and heat e.g. saunas for 48 hours after treatment
  • Keep skincare products to a minimum for 24 hours after treatment
  • Stay relaxed and keep warm for 12 hours after treatment
  • For long term results book in for regular treatments and use the home care products prescribed as well as an SPF available from The Priory.

Fillers & Botox

  • Aftercare advice should be given to you by the medical consultant

Hands & Feet

  • Leave adequate time after your treatment to allow your nails to dry before leaving the salon
  • For pedicures wear open toe shoes if possible
  • To prolong the life of your vanish wear gloves to perform any household or work related chores

Sunbeds

  • Do not sunbathe or use another sunbed for 48 hours after a tanning session at The Priory – never burn
  • Keep your skin well moisturised to prolong the life of the tan

St Tropez & Clarins Self Tan

  • To maximize how long your tan will last exfoliate 48 hours before the tan application, using the St.Tropez Body or Clarins Exfoliating products and continue to exfoliate every 2-3 days as the tan starts to fade. You should also use the St.Tropez or Clarins Body Moisturiser, to prolong the life of the tan.
  • A salon applied lotion tan will last 7-10 days on the skin. However, this does depend on the client’s skin type, home skin care routine and lifestyle.

Eyelash Extensions

  • Are temporary and only designed to last for a special occasion, you will need to be extremely gentle with them.

Hair Cut & Colour

  • For best results use the salon styling products for home care & book in for regular cuts every 6 – 8 weeks
  • To look after & prolong the life of your colour use shampoos and conditioners for coloured hair – Paul Mitchell and L’Oreal versions of these are available from The Priory
  • If your hair is showing signs of being damaged or dry you can use an intensive hair mask at home – Paul Mitchell and L’Oreal versions of these are available from The Priory or alternatively book a deep conditioning treatment with your cut and blow dry

Pulsed Light; Permanent Hair Removal

  • Avoid direct sunlight/sunbathing/sunbeds whilst having IPL treatments
  • Do not use any other form of hair removal except shaving during your treatment programme
  • Use an SPF factor 30+ to protect the area being treated - available from The Priory
  • Do not use false tanning products for two weeks either side of treatments
  • Keep the area free from all products except Aloe Vera for 24 hours after treatment
  • Do not have any other treatments done on the same area without gaining consent from your therapist
  • Avoid heat e.g. hot baths etc for 48 hours after treatment
  • Consult The Priory for any further advice required

Intense Pulsed Light; Microdermabrasion, Non Surgical Face Life, Removal of Skin Imperfections

  • Avoid direct sunlight/sunbathing/sunbeds whilst having IPL treatments
  • Use an SPF factor 30+ to protect the area being treated - available from The Priory
  • Do not use false tanning products for two weeks either side of treatments
  • Keep the area free from all products except Aloe Vera for 24 hours after treatment
  • Do not have any other treatments done on the same area without gaining consent from your therapist
  • Avoid heat e.g. hot baths etc for 48 hours after treatment
  • Consult The Priory for any further advice required