PRE & POST CARE
In order to minimize the risk of possible side effects and complications of injections please follow these simple steps:
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
- Don’t consume alcoholic beverages at least 24 hours prior to treatment as alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising.
- Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications for a period of 1 week before treatment. Medications and supplements such as aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, Omega 3/Fish Oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDS have a blood thinning effect and can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections.
- Arnica (OTC homeopathic anti-inflammatory) can be started 2 days prior to dermal filler treatment.
- Schedule your Dermal Filler and Neuromodulator (Botox/Dysport) injections at least 2 weeks prior to a special event which you may be attending, such as a wedding or a vacation. Results from the Dermal Filler and Neurotoxin injections will take approximately 4 to 7 days to appear. Also bruising and swelling may be apparent in that time period. You may require a tweak or additional product 2 weeks from the original treatment.
- Discontinue using Retinol 2 days before and 2 days after treatment.
- Reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance if you have a rash, cold sore or blemish on the area.
- If you have a history of cold sores please let your provider know, we may put you on an anti-viral medication prior to treatment.
- Be sure to have a good breakfast, including food and drink before your procedure. This will decrease the chances of lightheadedness during your treatment.
- You are not a candidate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
FOR NEUROMODULATORS (BOTOX/DYSPORT)
- DO NOT lie down for 4 hours after your treatment. This will prevent spread of the product into undesired areas.
- It can take approximately 4 to 12 days for results to be seen. If the desired result is not seen after 2 weeks of your treatment you may need additional Neuromodulators. We will not add any more units until 2 wks after.
- Don’t perform activities involving straining, heavy lifting, or vigorous exercise until the day after treatment. This will keep the Neuromodulator in the injected area and will decrease the metabolism of it before it is absorbed into the muscle.
- If possible, try to sleep on your back.
- Perform your facial exercises (as directed by Nicole) for the next couple of hours.
- DO NOT rub the areas of injection.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS DERMAL FILLER
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
Avoid extensive sun or heat for 72 hours.
Avoid consuming excess amounts of alcohol or salts to avoid excess swelling.
If you have swelling, you may apply a cool compress or ice for 15 minutes each hour.
- Use Tylenol for discomfort (NOT IBUPROFEN).
- Take Arnica to help the bruising and swelling, start at least 2 days prior to injections.
- Until the swelling and redness have resolved, avoid intense heat in the treated area(s). This includes sunbathing, tanning, saunas, hot tubs, or hot wax. Also, avoid extreme colds such as skiing or other winter sports.
PRP Pre Care Instructions
- Stop Retinol 1 week before procedure
- Stop use of AHA/BHA products (glycolic, salicylic, lactic acid) 72 hours before procedure
- Avoid blood thinning products/supplements (Advil/ibuprofen) 1 week before and alcohol consumption 24 hours prior to treatment
- Avoid coffee the morning of treatment
- Treatment cannot be performed on sunburned skin
- Avoid waxing/laser/other facial services and facial injections 14 days prior to treatment. If you are prone to cold sores it is recommended to administer anti-viral therapy in the form of Valtrex a week prior to treatment.
- This treatment is not suitable for skin with active acne.
- Please do not book this service any less than a week before an event/vacation to allow for appropriate downtime and healing.
- Consume plenty of water prior to treatment. Hydrated individuals will produce more blood plasma = more product to work with!
Post Care PRP
- Refrain from touching your face for 24 hours post treatment.
- Avoid makeup for 48 hours post treatment.
- Avoid retinol, AHA/BHA for 7 days post treatment.
- Skin may be red, swollen, itchy, bruised with sandpaper texture for first few days.
- Avoid sun exposure, swimming pools, hot tubs/saunas, extreme cold/heat on the skin for 72 hours. Always apply SPF.
- Please avoid other facial services/waxing/laser for 10-14 days. Working out is best avoided for 48-72 hours post treatment.
- If excessive swelling, redness, or irritation occurs please contact us or your health care provider immediately.
- DO NOT ICE or take Advil/Tylenol for 72 hours. We want the inflammation process to occur.
Microneedling Pre Care Instructions
- Stop Retinol 1 week before procedure
- Stop use of AHA/BHA products (glycolic, salicylic, lactic acid) 72 hours before procedure
- Avoid blood thinning products/supplements (Advil/ibuprofen) 1 week before and alcohol consumption 24 hours prior to treatment
- Avoid coffee the morning of treatment
- Treatment cannot be performed on sunburned skin
- Avoid waxing/laser/other facial services and facial injections 14 days prior to treatment. If you are prone to cold sores it is recommended to administer anti-viral therapy in the form of Valtrex a week prior to treatment.
- This treatment is not suitable for skin with active acne.
- Please do not book this service any less than a week before an event/vacation to allow for appropriate downtime and healing.
Microneedling After Care Instructions
- Refrain from touching your face for 24 hours post treatment.
- Avoid makeup for 48 hours post treatment.
- Avoid retinol, AHA/BHA for 7 days post treatment.
- Skin may be red, swollen, itchy, bruised with sandpaper texture for first few days.
- Avoid sun exposure, swimming pools, hot tubs/saunas, extreme cold/heat on the skin for 72 hours. Always apply SPF.
- Please avoid other facial services/waxing/laser for 10-14 days. Working out is best avoided for 48-72 hours post treatment.
- If excessive swelling, redness, or irritation occurs please contact us or your health care provider immediately.
- DO NOT ICE or take Advil/Tylenol for 72 hours. We want the inflammation process to occur.