Contraindications - Clinical Skin Care Treatments

Spectra Hollywood Laser Peel Contraindications: 

Conditions affecting your Immune System

• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) an autoimmune disease often referred to simply as “Lupus”.
• Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis especially if treated with “Gold Injections” or Methotrexate
• Any other known auto-immune disorder
• Any other disease affecting your immune function e.g. following removal of your Spleen
• Liver disease such as Hepatitis A, B, C
• HIV

Bleeding Abnormalities

• Haemophilia, Von Willibrands Disease, Thrombocytopenia

Blood Thinning Medication

• Anticoagulants such as Warfarin, Heparin, Clexane Or Dabigatron
• High doses of Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Diclofenac (NB Prophylactic slow release Aspirin at 75 mg day or less is acceptable)

Skin Conditions

• Prone to Keloid or very thick scarring
• Vitiligo or any other skin pigmentation problem
• Psoriasis or eczema (on treatment area)
• History of skin disorders, abnormal wound healing as well as active skin conditions, psoriasis, eczema, rash, sores, open wounds

Cancer treatment

• Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for Cancer
• Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy for Cancer, Leukaemia, Myeloma or Lymphoma

Other Conditions

• Currently Pregnant
• Breast Feeding
• Acute or Chronic Kidney Disease
• Type 1 Diabetes & type 2 when on medication
• Implants / Metal Plates/ or Pacemakers

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Genius RF Microneedling Contraindications: 

• Poorly controlled medical conditions that could compromise wound healing or increase risk of infection such as or impaired immune system due to immunosuppressive diseases (HIV/AIDS), or the use of immunosuppressive medications, radiation therapy or chemotherapy
• Liver disease such as Hepatitis A, B, C
• Skin allergy to local anesthetics, gold, antibiotic medication, and/or any other types of medication. 
• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• Current skin cancer or any other type of cancer or malignant disease including pre-malignant moles.
• Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy for Cancer, Leukaemia, Myeloma or Lymphoma
• Patients who have vascular disease
• Haemophilia, Von Willibrands Disease, Thrombocytopenia, history of bleeding disorders
• Anticoagulants such as Warfarin, Heparin, Clexane Or Dabigatron
• High doses of Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Diclofenac (NB Prophylactic slow release Aspirin at 75 mg day or less is acceptable)
• Daily use of spirin, iron supplements, herbal supplements such as ginkgo, ginseng, garlic or ointment
• Type 1 Diabetes & type 2 when on medication
• Implants / Metal Plates/ or Pacemakers
• Psoriasis or eczema (on treatment area)
• Prone to keloid scarring
• History of skin disorders, abnormal wound healing as well as active skin conditions, psoriasis, eczema, rash, sores, open wounds.
• Active inflammatory acne - acne must be healed

• Botulism toxins applies to the treatment area. Physicians recommend waiting a minimum of 2 weeks after injection before performing any heat-based treatments. 

• Individuals whose judgement is impaired due to psychological condition, medication and substance or alcohol abuse.
• Individuals who are unable or unwilling to follow pre- and post-treatment instructions.
• Metal allergy: individuals with suspected metal allergy should receive a test spot treatment and return in one week to evaluate candidate’s suitability for treatment
• Retinoids: topical retinoid should be discontinued for one week prior to and one week after treatment
• Herpes Simplex: individuals with active herpes breakout should not be treated and return for treatment after resolution.

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For more information or questions about contraindications, please contact our Reservations Team at (518) 306-4108.