Contra-indications

 Prevents Treatment 

· Nail separation

· Warts

· Severe nail biting 

· Whitlows 

· Cancer (requires GP referral)

· Nail/skin Infections (e.g., Fungal, warts, verruca’s etc.)

· Recent Scar tissue

· Allergic reaction 

Restricts Treatment  

· Diabetic

·Bruised nails

·Cuts/open wounds

·  Minor nails separation

 Prevents Treatment 

· A positive patch test result 

· Skin Condition around eye area (Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis)

· Conjunctivitis

· Recent eye infection/inflammation

· Stye(s)

· Cataracts

· Glaucoma

· Diabetic Retinopathy

· Trichotillomania

· Alopecia

· Blepharitis

· Bells Palsy

· Recent laser Eye Surgery (within the last 6 weeks) 

Restricts Treatment   

· Claustrophobia - You will be required to close your eyes for around 45 minutes.

· Contact lenses – ensure removal before procedure. 

· Pregnancy – not within the first trimester 

· Dry Eye Syndrome (requires a GP Referral)

· Post Chemotherapy (requires a GP Referral)

 Prevents Treatment 

· High/Low blood pressure 

· Epilepsy 

· Undiagnosed lumps, bumps, swellings 

· Intoxication

· Allergies 

· Perforated eardrum. 

· Grommets.

· Cochlear implants

· Infection of the outer/inner-ear.

· High temperature/fever/heavy cold.

· Auricular Cysts

· Recent head or neck injury.

· Pregnancy - within the first three months.

· Children -  you must have a doctor’s referral letter.

Restricts Treatment  

· Toothache

· Serious medical conditions

· Disorders of the nervous system

· Recent operations/scar tissue

· Bruising

· Sunburn

 Prevents Treatment 

· Viral/bacterial/fungal infections

· High Fever

· Undiagnosed lumps, bumps, swellings 

· Deep vein thrombosis

· Severe varicose veins

· Embolism

· Colitis

· Intoxication

· Allergies - Patch test will be required

Restricts Treatment  

· Stroke/Heart Attack (past the acute phase of the condition - requires a GP referral) 

· High/low blood pressure (requires a GP referral) 

· Heart Conditions (requires a GP referral) 

· Thyroid disorders (requires a GP referral) 

· Cancer (requires a GP referral) 

· Skin Condition - (Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis)

· Pregnancy - within the first three months.

· Recent operations/scar tissue (less than 6 months old)

· Varicose veins

· Medication (some products may have and adverse affect - please mention any medication at the time of booking)

· Migraines

· Severe Bruising

· Sunburn

 Prevents Treatment 

· Viral/bacterial/fungal infections

· High Fever

· Severe skin conditions (i.e. active acne)

· Skin disease (i.e. Impetigo)

· Conjunctivitis

· Recent eye infection/inflammation:

Stye(s)

 Conjunctivitis

· Cuts and abrasions (if open)

· Inflammation or swelling

· Scar Tissue (less than 6 months old)

· Intoxication

· Recent Botox or Fillers

· Recent Chemical Peels/Microdermabrasion

· Recent Laser

· Allergies - Patch test will be required

Restricts Treatment  

· Skin Condition  (Eczema, Dermatitis, Psoriasis, sun burn)

· Pregnancy (some ingredients should be avoided)*

· Low blood pressure (requires a GP referral) 

· Current medication

· Cuts/abrasions/broken skin/bruises

· Back problems

*Be sure to inform us in advance so we can adapt your treatment

 Prevents Treatment 

· Contagious skin conditions

· Thin or fragile skin

Restricts Treatment  

· Raise moles or skin tags

· Abrasions, broken skin, or bruises 

· Varicose veins

· Recent use of tanning beds

· Rosacea/Sensitive Skin

· Microdermabrasion/microneedling or chemical peel (within 2 weeks)

· Products/Medications – the following products/medication can make your skin more sensitive and prone to lifting (dead and live skin) which could in turn leave you open to bacteria and/or scarring. It is advisable to discontinue use for a minimum of 3-5 days prior your waxing appointment and to wait 3-5 days after waxing to use them again.

- Alpha hydroxy acids (glycolic, lactic), 

- salicylic acid, 

- exfoliants (containing acid based products or white willow bark), 

- medications for psoriasis, eczema, 

- other chronic skin diseases, 

- prednisone, 

- steroids, 

- aspirin, 

- blood pressure and blood thinning medications 

 Prevents Treatment 

· Contagious skin conditions

· Thin or fragile skin

Restricts Treatment  

· Raise moles or skin tags

· Abrasions, broken skin, or bruises 

· Varicose veins

· Recent use of tanning beds

· Rosacea/Sensitive Skin

· Microdermabrasion/microneedling or chemical peel (within 2 weeks)

· Products/Medications – the following products/medication can make your skin more sensitive and prone to lifting (dead and live skin) which could in turn leave you open to bacteria and/or scarring. It is advisable to discontinue use for a minimum of 3-5 days prior your waxing appointment and to wait 3-5 days after waxing to use them again.

- Alpha hydroxy acids (glycolic, lactic), 

- salicylic acid, 

- exfoliants (containing acid based products or white willow bark), 

- medications for psoriasis, eczema, 

- other chronic skin diseases, 

- prednisone, 

- steroids, 

- aspirin, 

- blood pressure and blood thinning medications 

 Prevents Treatment 

· Use of AHA based acids 24 hours prior to treatment

· Use of retinol products 1 week before treatment

· Active skin infection inc severe active acne

·  Current use of Roaccutane (isotretinoin) within the past 6–12 months 

·   Herpes Simplex Reactivation -  Microneedling can trigger a herpes outbreak, particularly in individuals with a history of the virus 

·  Keloid scarring 

· Blood clotting disorders - or current use of anticoagulant medication (e.g. warfarin) 

· Uncontrolled diabetes 

· Cancer 

· Pregnancy or breastfeeding 

· Recent facial surgery 

· Metal or Nickel allergies

· Diabetic

Restricts Treatment  

·  Minor acne breakouts or inflammation in the treatment area 

·  Eczema, psoriasis, or rosacea flare-ups 

· Recent use of tanning beds

·  Recent sunburn or excessive sun exposure 

·  Recent facial injections (fillers or Botox) — wait at least 2–4 weeks 

·  Recent waxing, chemical peel, or laser treatment — wait 1–2 weeks

·  Moles skin tags and lesions 

·  Hypokeratosis (thin skin) 

 Prevents Treatment    

· Active bacterial, viral, or fungal skin infections
(e.g., cold sores/herpes simplex, impetigo, ringworm, conjunctivitis, styes). 

· Open wounds, cuts, or abrasions

· Severe sunburn or recent overexposure to the sun

· Severe eczema, psoriasis, or dermatitis flare-ups
– inflamed or broken skin 

· Recent laser treatment, microneedling, or other resurfacing procedures
– allow at least 2–4 weeks before performing a peel.
·  Use of prescribed topical retinoids (e.g., Retin-A, Tretinoin, Adapalene) within the last 5–7 days
·  Recent chemical peel (within 2–4 weeks)
·  Pregnancy (particularly first trimester)
·  Breastfeeding (for some peels)
·  Chemotherapy or radiotherapy
· Uncontrolled diabetes
·  Active acne with open pustules or cystic acne
·  Severe vascular conditions (e.g., rosacea with broken capillaries)

Restricts Treatment  

· Mild eczema, dermatitis, or psoriasis 

· Recent scar tissue (within 6 months) 

· Dilated or broken capillaries  

· Rosacea or sensitive skin 

· Bruising or recent trauma to the skin 

· Diabetes (controlled)  - Medical Consent Required

· Low blood pressure 

· Retinoid, steroid, or exfoliant use at home
– discontinue for 5–7 days before treatment. 

· Medication such as aspirin or anti-inflammatories