PRECARE & AFTERCARE ADVICE

Providing the best service for you is our priority always at Victoria Alexandra Beauty.  We will always give you the most honest advice to provide a treatment that is most suitable for you.  All you need to do is follow the precare and aftercare advice for your treatment to ensure you have the best experience possible, to maintain your results and limit the risk of any adverse reactions. Please read precare and aftercare advice on booking and contact Victoria Alexandra Beauty on 07814668820 or info@victoriaalexandrabeauty.co.uk if anything arises, as this may affect your appointment.  Should anything arise we may need – to adapt your appointment or request a GP Referral Note. Be sure to refresh your memory on the precare advice on the days leading up to your appointment and aftercare advice on the day of your appointment.

PATCH TESTING

Patch tests are required at least 48hrs in advance for a Brow Tint, Lash Tint, LVL Lash Lift and HD Brow Sculpt in the following circumstances;

  • You are a new client.
  • Change in Medical History or Medication, including COVID-19 Vaccine or Positive Result.
  • If it has been longer than 6 months since your last Brow Tint, Lash Tint, HD Brow Sculpt Treatment or LVL Lash Lift Treatment.

Please let us know on booking if any of the above apply to you, to allow us to arrange your patch test prior to your appointment.  For your safety, unfortunately without a patch test in any of the circumstances listed above, we won’t be able to carry out your treatment.

MICRONEEDLING, DERMAPLANING, MIRACLE MASK & MESOTHERAPY

PRECARE ADVICE

Please let us know;

  • If you are currently/previously been under Medical Care, on Medication or been diagnosed with any Medical Condition.
  • Of any Allergies you have.
  • If you have a Skin Condition, Disorder or Infection.

You can’t have this treatment if you; are Pregnant, Breast Feeding or going through IVF, have been on Accutane Treatment in the past 12 months or Steroid Cream/Medication up to 6 months, have Wind/Sunburn or are prone to Keloid Scarring.  You must be; Cold Sore Free for face treatments or cover with a disposable mask or dressing for body treatments (please contact to discuss preventative options) and over the age of 18 Years Old.

Prior to your appointment…

  • ON THE DAY: Use Oil/Soap Free Cleanser prior to your appointment & arrive Make-up Free if possible but not compulsory.
  • 3 DAYS BEFORE: Avoid Fake Tan.
  • 7 DAYS BEFORE: Avoid Retinoids, Acids (Salicylic-BHA, Lactic-AHA, Glycolic + Fruit), Exfoliators, Waxing & Direct Sun Exposure.
  • 2 WEEKS BEFORE: Facials/Treatments in the Area, Botox & Filler.
  • 4 WEEKS BEFORE: Microneedling.

*Seek therapist advice regarding Laser/IPL and always follow aftercare given regarding Botox/Filler from the specialist providing this service.

AFTERCARE ADVICE

Important Information;

  • A Course of Treatments may be required for optimum results – Save 10% on a Course of 3 Face/Body/Hair Treatments.
  • Skincare can be prescribed to suit your Skincare Concerns and Maintain Results.
  • Wear an SPF 40+ Daily to protect your skin from UVA & UVB rays.
  • Drink plenty of Water to keep hydrated.

HOMECARE: Use Gentle Acid Free Cleanser & a Soothing Repair Moisturiser for 3-5 days to Hydrate & Repair your Skin. Then follow with recommended Skincare Products for Optimum Results. Medi+ Products available to purchase via Victoria Alexandra Beauty.  Please contact Victoria Alexandra Beauty with any Queries, for Product Advice or in the case of any Adverse Effects.

Following your appointment…

  • 48 HOURS AFTER: Avoid Make-up. Products may Tingle & may experience Mild Headaches.
  • 3 DAYS AFTER: Avoid Heat (Sun, Sauna, Steam, Showers + Heavy Exercise). Skin may be prone to Dryness, Flakiness, Windburn & Blotchiness – Do not Scratch/Pick.
  • 7 DAYS AFTER: Avoid Swimming/Hot Tubs, Waxing, Fake Tan, Retinoids, Acids & Exfoliators.
  • 2 WEEKS AFTER: Avoid Facials/Treatments in the Area, Botox, Filler & Direct Sun Exposure.
  • 4 WEEKS AFTER: Avoid Microneedling.

*Seek therapist advice regarding Laser/IPL and always follow precare given regarding Botox/Filler from the specialist providing this service.

MINI MILLION & BACIAL

Precare Advice

Please let us know;

  • If you are currently/previously been under Medical Care, on Medication or been diagnosed with any Medical Condition.
  • If any Allergies you have.
  • If you have a Skin Condition, Disorder or Infection.

You can’t have this treatment if you; are in the First Trimester of Pregnancy, have been on Accutane Treatment in the past 6-12 months or Steroid Cream/Medication up to 6 months or have Wind/Sunburn.  You must be; Cold Sore Free for a Mini Million and they must be covered for a Bacial with a disposable mask or dressing and over the age of 16 Years Old.

Prior to your appointment…

  • ON THE DAY: Arrive Make-up Free if possible but not compulsory for a Mini Million.
  • 24 HOURS BEFORE: Avoid Direct Sun Exposure.
  • 3 DAYS BEFORE: Avoid Fake Tan, Waxing, Retinoids, Acids (Salicylic-BHA, Lactic-AHA, Glycolic + Fruit) & Exfoliators.
  • 7 DAYS BEFORE: Avoid Face/Back Treatments.
  • 2 WEEKS BEFORE: Avoid Botox & Filler.

*Seek therapist advice regarding Laser/IPL and always follow aftercare given regarding Botox/Filler from the specialist providing this service.

Aftercare Advice

Important Information;

  • A Course of Treatments may be required for optimum results – Save 10% on a Course of 3 Face/Body Treatments.
  • Skincare can be prescribed to suit your Skincare Concerns and Maintain Results.
  • Wear an SPF 40+ Daily to protect your skin from UVA & UVB rays.
  • Drink plenty of Water to keep hydrated.
  • A Course of Treatments may be required for optimum results – Save 10% on a Course of 3 Face/Body Treatments.
  • Skincare can be prescribed to suit your Skincare Concerns and Maintain Results.
  • Wear an SPF 40+ Daily to protect your skin from UVA & UVB rays.

HOMECARE: Use recommended Skincare following your appointment. Medi+ Products available to purchase via Victoria Alexandra Beauty.  Please contact Victoria Alexandra Beauty with any Queries, for Product Advice or in the case of any Adverse Effects.

Following your appointment…

  • 12 HOURS AFTER: Avoid Washing the Area or Applying Make-up/Products if possible, to allow the products to absorb and treat the skin.
  • 24 HOURS AFTER: Avoid Direct Sun Exposure and Drink/Food High in Toxins (Alcohol, Take Away etc). Rest & Drink Plenty of Water.
  • 3 DAYS AFTER: Avoid Waxing, Fake Tan, Retinoids, Acids & Exfoliators.
  • 7 Days AFTER: Avoid Face/Back Treatments.

*Seek therapist advice regarding Laser/IPL and always follow precare given regarding Botox/Filler from the specialist providing this service.

FACE & BODY WAXING

Precare Advice

Please let us know;

  • If you are currently/previously been under Medical Care, on Medication or been diagnosed with any Medical Condition.
  • Of any Allergies you have.
  • If you have a Skin Condition, Disorder or Infection.

You can’t have this treatment if you; are in your First Trimester of Pregnancy (you can only have brow and face waxing), have been on Accutane Treatment, Steroid Cream/Medication, Warfarin or Blood Thinners in the past 6-12 months or have Wind/Sunburn.  You must be; Cold Sore Free for face waxing and covered with a disposable mask or dressing for body waxing and over the age of 14 Years Old, please let us know if you are 14-17 as Parent/Guardian may need to be present & Restrictions apply to some waxing treatments.

Prior to your appointment…

  • ON THE DAY: Wear loose clothing for the area being waxed.
  • 24-48 HOURS BEFORE: Avoid Direct Sun Exposure & Fake Tan.
  • 7 DAYS BEFORE: Retinoids, Acids (Salicylic-BHA, Lactic-AHA, Glycolic + Fruit), Exfoliators & Facials
  • 2 WEEKS BEFORE: Botox & Filler

*Seek therapist advice regarding Laser/IPL and always follow aftercare given regarding Botox/Filler from the specialist providing this service.

Aftercare Advice

Important Information;

 

HOMECARE: Use Gentle Acid Free Cleanser/Shower Gel & an Afterwax Lotion or Aloe Gel for 24-48 hours to Heal & Sooth the area.  At 4-7 days exfoliate the area and do this every 3-4 days to prevent ingrowing hairs. Lycon Ingrown-X-It can be purchased from Victoria Alexandra Beauty to apply to areas prone to Ingrowing Hairs/Shaving Rash after showering. Leave 3-4 weeks between Face Waxing & 4-6 weeks between Body Waxing.  Please contact Victoria Alexandra Beauty with any Queries, for Product Advice or in the case of any Adverse Effects.

Following your appointment…

  • 12-24 HOURS AFTER: Avoid Make-up. Perfumed Products, Deodorant, Heat (Sun, Sauna, Steam, Showers + Exercise), Swimming/Hot Tubs & Excessively Touching the Area.
  • 24-48 HOURS AFTER: Avoid Direct Sun Exposure & Fake Tan.
  • 7 DAYS AFTER: Avoid Facials, Retinoids, Acids & Exfoliators.

*Seek therapist advice regarding Laser/ IPL and always follow precare given regarding Botox/Filler from the specialist providing this service.

BROWS - SHAPING, TINTING & LAMINATION

Precare Advice

Please let us know;

  • If you are currently/previously been under Medical Care, on Medication or been diagnosed with any Medical Condition.
  • If any Allergies you have.
  • If you have a Skin Condition, Disorder or Infection.

You can’t have this treatment if you; are Pregnant, going through IVF or Breast Feeding (you can only have brow waxing) or have been on Accutane Treatment, Steroid Cream/Medication, Warfarin or Blood Thinners in the past 6-12 months or have Wind/Sunburn (you can only have plucking, tinting & lamination).  You must: Cover Cold Sores with a disposable mask or dressing and be over the age of 14 Years Old for waxing, 16 Years Old for tinting & 18 Years Old for lamination, please let us know if you are 14-17 as parent/guardian may need to be present.

Prior to your appointment…

  • 24-48 HOURS BEFORE: Avoid Direct Sun Exposure & Fake Tan.
  • 7 DAYS BEFORE: Avoid Retinoids, Acids (Salicylic-BHA, Lactic-AHA, Glycolic + Fruit), Exfoliators & Facials.
  • 2 WEEKS BEFORE: Avoid Botox/Filler (for shape & tint & 6-8 weeks for lamination as a guide for product to settle).
  • 4 WEEKS BEFORE: Avoid Facial Peels (for lamination).

*Seek therapist advice about Laser/IPL and always follow aftercare given regarding Botox/Filler from the specialist providing this service.

Aftercare Advice

Important Information;

 

HOMECARE: Use an Afterwax Lotion or Aloe Gel for 24-48 hours to Heal & Sooth the waxed area (avoid on tinted or laminated hair). Comb your brows into position twice a day.  After 48 hours we recommend you use HD Tint Lock Serum twice a day to improve/maintain brow health & prolong the life of tint/lamination. You can also use HD Brow Gel to hold your brows in place. Available to purchase on the HD website https://hdbrows.com/, please support me and use my #BackYourBrowBoss Code; E927 on checkout.  A Brow Shape & Tint can be done every 3-4 weeks. Brow Lamination will last up to 6-8 weeks and can be performed again at the soonest of 6 weeks, a Brow Shape & Tint can be carried out between appointments.  Please contact Victoria Alexandra Beauty with any Queries, for Product Advice or in the case of any Adverse Effects.

Following your appointment…

  • 24 HOURS AFTER: Avoid Make-up on treatment area & Water on brow hair following lamination/tinting.
  • 48 HOURS AFTER: Avoid Heat (Sun, Sauna, Steam, Showers + Heavy Exercise), Swimming/Hot Tubs, Excessively Touching the Area & Direct Sun Exposure.
  • 3 DAYS AFTER; Avoid Fake Tan.
  • 7 DAYS AFTER; Avoid Facials, Retinoids, Acids & Exfoliators.

*Seek therapist advice regarding Laser/ IPL and always follow precare given regarding Botox/Filler from the specialist providing this service.

LASHES - LASH LIFT & TINTING

Precare Advice

Please let us know;

  • If you are currently/previously been under Medical Care, on Medication or been diagnosed with any Medical Condition.
  • If any Allergies you have.
  • If you have a Skin Condition, Disorder or Infection.

You can’t have this treatment if you; are Pregnant, going through IVF or Breast Feeding.  You must; Cover Cold Sores with a disposable mask or dressing and be over the age of 16 Years Old for tinting & 18 Years Old for lash lifting, please let us know if you are 16-17 as Parent/Guardian may need to be present.

Prior to your appointment…

  • ON THE DAY: Avoid Mascara/Eye Make-up & Oil Based Products on the Eyes and if you wear Contact Lenses please bring spare Contact Lenses, Solution or Glasses as you will need to take these out for the treatment.
  • 12-24 HOURS BEFORE: Avoid Mascara & Oily Eye Make-up Remover/Products.

Aftercare Advice

Important Information;

 

HOMECARE: Comb your lashes up twice a day. After 48 hours we recommend you use Nouveau Lash & Brow Conditioning Serum twice a day to maintain brow health, prolong the life of tint/lash lift and prime & protect lashes before applying make-up.  Available to purchase on the Nouveau website https://nouveaulashes.com/. Lash Tinting can be done every 3-4 weeks. LVL Lash Lift Treatment will last up to 6-8 weeks and can be performed again at the soonest of 6 weeks and a Lash Tint can
be carried out between appointments.  Please contact Victoria Alexandra Beauty with any Queries, for Product Advice or in the case of any Adverse Effects.

Following your appointment…

  • 48 HOURS AFTER: Avoid Mascara, Strip Lashes, Water, Heat (Sun, Sauna, Steam, Showers + Heavy Exercise), Sleeping on your Lashes & Swimming/Hot Tubs.
  • 12 WEEKS AFTER: Avoid Lash Curlers to ensure a full new lash growth is present.