iPixel
What is iPixel?
iPixel is an advanced fractional laser technology that works wonders in revitalizing your skin. This innovative treatment harnesses the power of pixelated laser beams to target specific areas, stimulating collagen production and promoting the natural healing process. This versatile treatment addresses a range of skin concerns, including fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, and acne scars.
Pre-Procedure Instructions:
- Pre-treatment with hydroquinone, tretinoin, and/or glycolic for Fitzpatrick skin types III-VI and those of African, Asian, or Hispanic heritage may help reduce the potential risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
- Prophylactic oral anti-viral agents may be helpful for the prevention of facial herpes (HSV-1) reactivation until full re-epithelialization occurs. Begin 24-48 hours before the procedure.
- If you get hair removal on the treatment area, you must wait at least the following # of days before your iPixel Treatment: Waxing-14 days; Sugaring or threading-7 days; Wait a minimum of 14 days after your iPixel before scheduling those services.
- Stay out of the sun for 10-14 days before treatment.
- Wait for 2 weeks post-injection of Neuromodulators (e.g., Botox, Dysport, Daxxify, Jeuveau, Xeomin) or filler for iPixel treatment.
Post Procedure Instructions:
- Cool area with an ice pack. Consider adding a Glacial Glide treatment or one of our recovery kits to help manage post-procedure discomfort and accelerate healing.
- Take Benadryl at night post-treatment to help with swelling, if needed.
- Take Tylenol, if needed, for discomfort.
- Sleep with the treatment area elevated from the rest of your body.
- Apply ice packs wrapped with gauze or a thin, smooth fabric such as clean socks or a t-shirt as needed for the first 24 hours.
- Apply Aquaphor or Alastin Recovery Balm on the treatment area 4-8 hours post-treatment or until you no longer feel the heat in the area treated.
- On day three, apply recommended post-laser recovery products or moisturizer and sunblock.
- On day five, gentle exfoliation may be performed.
- Makeup can be applied 48 hours post-procedure (if necessary), but your skin will be dry, and the makeup application won’t be perfect. Be gentle with removal.
- Avoid sun exposure for 14 days. We advise wearing a hat, even when driving or being outside briefly. Always continue using sunscreen to protect your investment.
If you experience weeping or oozing of the skin, call the office.
Please call Vibrant Med Spa at 512-716-3900 with any questions or concerns.