Before Care & After Care

BEFORE CARE

How do I prepare for my appointment?

• Avoid drinking caffeine & alcohol for 24 hours before.

• Come to the appointment with minimal or no makeup.

• Inform us of any medications or supplements that you are on before your appointment.

• Avoid blood thinning supplements & medications e.g. fish oil/Aspirin and foods e.g. large amounts of garlic/turmeric for at least 3 days before.

• Make sure you have eaten and drank water before your appointment.

• Please reschedule if you are feeling unwell.

Am I eligible for these treatments?

We do NOT treat individuals with the follow: 

• Pregnant and/or breastfeeding.

• Severe allergic reactions e.g severe reactions to bee stings or lactose.

• Keloidal scarring that occurs after treatments.

• Taking any medications that inhibit neuromuscular signalling e.g. aminoglycosides, penicillamine, quinine, calcium channel blockers.

• Recent active infections; anything from severe acne to cold sores - please contact us if unsure.

• Severe medical conditions e.g Skin atrophy, genetic syndromes such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.

AFTERCARE

Dermal Filler Aftercare:

• No make up for 24 hours.

• Expect swelling & bruising.

• Do not massage unless instructed.

• Do not remain in the sun for 72 hours.

• Do not drink alcohol for 24 hours.

• Do not exercise or use a steam room or sauna for 24 hours.

• Apply a cold compress.

• Be patient. Results take 10-14 days.

• Contact your practitioner if you experience any complications.

Anti-Wrinkle Aftercare:

• Sit upright for the first 4 hours.

• Do not exercise or use steam room or sauna for 24 hours.

• Do not apply make up for 24 hours.

• Do not touch the treated area for 1 day.

• Avoid skin treatments e.g facials.

• Do not drink alcohol or hot drinks for 24 hours.

• Avoid sun and heat exposure for 24-48 hours.

• Avoid sleeping directly on the treated area.

• Be patient results take 14-30 days.