<p>You are welcome to exercise before your session but there are a few things to be mindful of post-treatment. We don’t recommend any high-intensity exercise for 48 hours after a session, but gentle exercises like yoga, pilates, or stretching are fine, and are actually encouraged as they help your body continue to clear the pigment.</p>


You are welcome to exercise before your session but there are a few things to be mindful of post-treatment. We don’t recommend any high-intensity exercise for 48 hours after a session, but gentle exercises like yoga, pilates, or stretching are fine, and are actually encouraged as they help your body continue to clear the pigment.

Can I exercise?

I’m nervous for my first session, what can I do beforehand? 

What do I need to do before my treatment?

Do you do anything to help with the pain?

Can I use numbing cream? 

Can I take painkillers? 

What is the recommended aftercare?

How long do I leave the dressing on for? 

Can I shower with my dressing? 

What do I do when the dressing comes off? 

It feels itchy. Can I itch it?

I see some redness or swelling. What's happening? 

I think I'm having a reaction. What should I do? 

Can I go swimming?

Can I go out in the sun after treatment?

Can you treat me if I've been in the sun or on holiday? 

Can I use a tanning bed? 

Can I use fake tan?

Can I apply makeup on the area after the treatment?

Do tattoo removal creams work?

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