Secret™ PRO CO2 Laser Treatment for Skin Resurfacing at Harley Street Injectables

Temporary redness, swelling, or crusting

Improvements start appearing 4 to 6 weeks post-treatment

To help keep your treatment safe and reduce the risk of irritation, burns or pigmentation changes, please follow these general precautions. Your practitioner may give you additional instructions depending on your treatment, skin type and medical history.

6 months before

• Stop Accutane / isotretinoin at least 6 months before treatment.

2–4 weeks before

• Avoid sunbathing, tanning beds and intentional sun exposure.

• Do not attend treatment with tanned or sunburned skin.

• Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily and minimise sun exposure.

Around 2 weeks before

• Avoid waxing, plucking, threading, epilating or chemical depilatories on the treatment area, where applicable.

• Follow any specific shaving instructions provided for your treatment.

1 week before

• Stop fake tan, gradual tanning lotions, bronzers and spray tans.

Around 5 days before

• Pause retinoids such as retinol, tretinoin and adapalene.

• Pause AHAs and BHAs, including glycolic, salicylic and lactic acids.

• Avoid benzoyl peroxide and other irritating active skincare products.

• Avoid scrubs, microdermabrasion, exfoliating brushes and other abrasive treatments.

Before your appointment

• Tell your practitioner about any recent Botox, neurotoxins, dermal fillers, skin boosters or other injectables in or near the treatment area, as a waiting period may be required.

• Avoid chemical peels, microneedling, microdermabrasion or other treatments that may irritate the skin unless approved by your practitioner.

• Let us know about all prescription and over-the-counter medicines, supplements, topical treatments and any recent medication changes. Some medicines, including certain antibiotics, can increase sensitivity to light.

• Tell your practitioner if you are taking or have recently taken isotretinoin / Accutane. Any required waiting period will depend on the treatment and your individual assessment.

• Let us know about any relevant medical or skin conditions, including photosensitivity, cold sores, abnormal scarring or keloids, active infections, rashes, open wounds or recent skin changes.

• Please inform us if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, as some treatments may need to be postponed.

On the day

• Arrive with the treatment area clean and free from makeup, skincare, lotions, oils, perfume, deodorant and other topical products, unless advised otherwise.

• Do not apply fake tan or heavily pigmented cosmetic products.

• Wear loose, comfortable clothing where appropriate.

• For face or neck treatments, consider bringing a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses for sun protection afterwards.

Please note: These are general precautions for laser and light-based treatments. Requirements can vary depending on the procedure, technology, treatment area, skin type and medical history. Always follow the specific instructions provided by your practitioner.