The Elite iQ Skin Treatment Techniques use the Nd: YAG and is suited for patients with Skin
Types I–IV with environmental skin damage, a red or ruddy complexion, discrete telangiectasia,
uneven pigmentation or uneven skin texture.
Pre-Treatment
- No sun exposure, tanning beds, sunless tanning lotions, or tanning creams at least 1
week before treatment. - Patient with a history or herpes or cold sores should receive appropriate treatment
prior. - Prior to actual treatment, remove all makeup, lotions, deodorant and oil from the area
to be treated. - Clean the area to be treated thoroughly using a facial cleanser or mild soap and water,
and then with 70% isopropyl alcohol to remove the oils. - Allow the skin to dry before treating.
Treatment Number
- 4-6 treatments are recommended.
Post-Treatment
- Following the treatment, apply an aloe-based gel or equivalent to sooth and moisturize
the skin. - Continue to avoid sun exposure throughout the course of treatment and use a broad-
spectrum SPF 30 or greater when exposed to the sun.