• Avoid Aspirin, Vitamin E, and Fish Oils for at least a week before.
• Avoid NSAIDS for at least a week before.
• Avoid alcohol for a few days before.
• Do not schedule routine procedures (such as dental work, colonoscopy, etc.) within two weeks before and two weeks after treatment.
• Do not receive any vaccine within two weeks before and two weeks after treatment.
• Take Arnica if tendency to bruise.
• Eat pineapple or drink pineapple juice (contains bromelain) if tendency to bruise.
• If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to a recurrence. Speak to us about medications that may minimize a recurrence.
• Contraindications:
• Immune system diseases
• Pregnancy / Breastfeeding
• Coagulation diseases
• Cutaneous neurofibromatosis
• Various acute infectious diseases (i.e., Influenza, etc.)
• Inflammation of the skin in areas to be treated
• A non-absorbable implant (Silicone) in the zone of treatment
• Oncology (chemotherapy)
• Tendency toward Keloid scarring
• Bleeding Disorders and some diseases of the blood
• Any vaccine within two weeks of treatment
• Any dental work within two weeks of treatment
• You may have minor discomfort from fillers, but if you experience severe pain contact us immediately as this may be a sign of a serious complication.
• Swelling and bruising are normal and can last up to two weeks.
• Avoid touching the treated areas within six (6) hours following treatment. Do not massage the injection sites the day of the injections. After that, the area can be gently washed.
• You may shower and place make-up the following day.
• Sunbathing and cold outdoor activities should be avoided until any redness or swelling disappears.
• Avoid exercise and alcohol for 24 hours after treatment.
• Take anti-inflammatories if you have any pain; this should be enough. You might develop a headache as a consequence of the injections. Avoid NSAIDS to prevent further bruising.
• If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to a recurrence. Speak to us about medications that may minimize a recurrence.
• Pineapple and Arnica Montana will help decrease the appearance of bruising.
• Swelling and bruising are normal and can last up to two (2) weeks.
• You may shower and place make-up the following day.
• Sunbathing and cold outdoor activities should be avoided until any redness or swelling disappears.
• Take anti-inflammatories if you have any pain; this should be enough. You might develop a headache as a consequence of the injections. Avoid NSAIDS to prevent further bruising.
• If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to a recurrence. Speak to us about medications that may minimize a recurrence.
• Pineapple and Arnica Montana will help decrease the appearance of bruising.
• Pain at the insertion points is normal and may last several days after treatment. Please contact us for any pain beyond two (2) weeks.
• Effects should be noticeable immediately after treatment. However, maximum effect will occur in four- six months.
• Avoid:
• Excessive movement or animation of the area injected for two (2) weeks.
• Massage or manipulation of the tissue for two (2) weeks.
• Aesthetic treatments including RF, IPL, Laser, or Microneedling for two (2) months.
• Strenuous exercise for one (1) week after facial treatments and two (2) weeks after body treatments.
• Steam rooms, saunas, hot tubs, or any water source that could be unclean or excessive in temperature for two weeks
• You may have minor discomfort from Sculptra, but if you experience severe pain contact us immediately as this may be a sign of a serious complication.
• Swelling and bruising are normal and can last up to two weeks.
• Massage the injected areas as demonstrated for five (5) minutes, five (5) times a day, for five (5) days.
• You may shower and place make-up the following day.
• Sunbathing and cold outdoor activities should be avoided until any redness or swelling disappears.
• Avoid exercise and alcohol for 24 hours after treatment.
• Take anti-inflammatories if you have any pain; this should be enough. You might develop a headache as a consequence of the injections. Avoid NSAIDS to prevent further bruising.
• If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that the needle punctures could contribute to a recurrence. Speak to us about medications that may minimize a recurrence.
• Pineapple and Arnica Montana will help decrease the appearance of bruising.
• Expect the fullness to return to baseline within one- two days. Follow up injections every month for a total of three sessions is routine. Results will not be noticeable until two-three months after the last treatment. Results last for at least two years.
• Avoid lying down for four hours following treatment.
• No exercise for 24 hours post treatment.
• Facial exercise in the area of treatment is recommended.
• Avoid manipulation of the area the day of the procedure. No facials or massaging the treated areas.
• You won’t start to notice results for 3-5 days and it takes two weeks for full effect.
• A touch-up may be needed in two weeks.
• The benefits should last 3-4 months.
• Contact the practitioner as soon as possible at two weeks if you have not received the desired effect.
• Immediately after the treatment, you will experience redness, mild swelling and sometimes pinpoint bleeding.
• You will notice most of the swelling on the first morning after treatment, particularly under the eyes.
• Swelling usually lasts one to two days.
• To minimize swelling, apply cold compresses to the treatment area and sleep elevated the first night.
• Heat sensation can be intense for 2-3 hours after treatment.
• You may notice that your skin appears bronzed or little dark dots will appear on the treated area starting the next morning. The fractional laser may leave a grid-like pattern on your skin, which is completely normal. Your skin may feel dry, peel, or flake. You may notice a “sandpaper” texture a few days after treatment. This is the treated tissue working its way out of your body as new fresh skin is regenerated.
• This dead skin is a normal result of laser treatment and should start improving 3-4 days after the treatment.
• Most patients complete this process 5-7 days after a treatment on the face (on off-face areas, such as hands/arms, where healing is slower, the process may take up to 2 weeks).
• Some patients can experience itchy skin during the healing process. Moisturizing can reduce this sensation.
• Icepacks can help alleviate the heat sensation and reduce swelling.
• Avoid cleansing your face and applying makeup on the day of treatment.
• If your skin feels dry or tight, apply a gentle moisturizer.
• Avoid partaking in activities that will heat up your skin, such as going in a hot tub/jacuzzi/sauna, or strenuous exercise.
• First Few Days:
• Continue gentle cleansing and moisturizing over the next few days.
• Avoid scrubbing, rubbing, or using exfoliants for 1 week.
• Apply sunscreen daily and you can use makeup if needed starting the day after treatment.
• First Week of Healing:
• Keep treated area clean
• Avoid smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, excessive exercise, sweating, swimming, or
exposing skin to heat and sun.
• Skin Care Products:
• All of your skin care products should be non-irritating and non-clogging for the first week or so after a Clear + Brilliant treatment.
• Moisturizer should be applied one to two times per day.
• Post care products are provided and should be used as directed.
• Your skin will be sensitive for the first week or two after treatment.
• Do not use products that will cause irritation during this time.
• Do not use any scrubs, toners, glycolic acid, retinoids (RetinA or retinol), or bleaching creams
(hydroquinone) until your skin has healed.
• Normal Skin Care Regimen:
• Once the pin-point scabs have healed, you may resume your routine skin care and make-up products, as long as they are tolerable to you.
• Sunscreen:
• It is very important that you use sunscreen to prevent discoloration and sun damage to the skin while it is healing.
• Use sunscreen daily for at least 3 months after your last treatment.
• The sunscreen should offer broadband protection (UVA and UVB) and have a sun protection
factor (SPF) of 30 or more.
• Apply sunscreen 20 minutes before going outside and reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.
• If direct sun exposure is necessary, wear a hat and clothing that covers the treated area.
• Abnormal Healing:
• If you notice any pimples, blisters, cuts, bruises, crusting/scabs, areas of raw skin, ulcerations, active bleeding, increased discomfort or pain, pigment changes (lighter or darker than usual complexion) or any other problems, please contact us as soon as possible.
• Immediately after the treatment, you will experience redness, mild swelling and sometimes pinpoint bleeding.
• You will notice most of the swelling on the first morning after treatment
• Swelling usually lasts one to two days.
• To minimize swelling, sleep elevated the first night.
• Your skin may feel dry, peel, or flake. This is the treated tissue working its way out of your body as new fresh skin is regenerated.
• This dead skin is a normal result of microneedling treatment.
• Most patients complete this process 5-7 days after a treatment.
• Some patients can experience itchy skin during the healing process. Moisturizing can reduce
this sensation.
• Do not pick, scratch or scrub your face
• Avoid:
• NSAIDS (ibuprofen, motrin, advil)
• Do not apply ice, arnica or bromelain
• These agents may interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical and responsible for your skin rejuvenation.
• Heat sensation can be intense for 2-3 hours after treatment.
• Avoid partaking in activities that will heat up your skin, such as going in a hot tub/jacuzzi/sauna, or strenuous exercise.
• Do not wash face any earlier than four hours after treatment.
• First Few Days:
• Continue gentle cleansing and moisturizing over the next week.
• Avoid scrubbing, rubbing, or using exfoliants for one week.
• Apply sunscreen daily and you can use makeup if needed starting the day after treatment.
• Avoid smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, excessive exercise, sweating, swimming, or exposing skin to heat and sun.
• Do not pick or pull your skin at any time following your peel as it can cause scarring.
• Your skin will take 4-10 days to completely peel depending on the strength of the peel or the treatment that you received.
• Peeling of off-face areas, such as hands/arms, where healing is slower, the process may take up to 3 weeks.
• Avoid scrubbing, rubbing, or using exfoliants for two weeks.
• Do not use any scrubs, toners, glycolic acid, retinoids (RetinA or retinol), bleaching creams (hydroquinone), or any acne medication until your skin has healed.
• Gentle cleansing and moisturizing over the next week.
• Reapply moisturizer as needed throughout the day
• Your skin should never be so dry that it is cracking or sore
• Post care products are provided and should be used as directed.
• Keep skin well hydrated by drinking at least three 8-ounce glasses of water per day.
• Refrain from waxing, tanning or using sunbeds for three weeks.
• Avoid partaking in activities that will heat up your skin, such as going in a hot tub/jacuzzi/sauna, or strenuous exercise for 48 hours.
• Sunscreen:
• It is very important that you use sunscreen to prevent discoloration and sun damage to the skin while it is healing.
• Use sunscreen daily for at least 3 months after your last treatment.
• The sunscreen should offer broadband protection (UVA and UVB) and have a sun protection
factor (SPF) of 30 or more.
• Apply sunscreen 20 minutes before going outside and reapply sunscreen every 2 hours.
• If direct sun exposure is necessary, wear a hat and clothing that covers the treated area.
• Abnormal Healing: If you notice any pimples, blisters, cuts, bruises, crusting/scabs, areas of raw skin, ulcerations, active bleeding, increased discomfort or pain, pigment changes (lighter or darker than usual complexion) or any other problems, please contact us as soon as possible.
• After treatment it is common to feel irritation as well as redness. Some crusting may form on the areas treated.
• If the area is still irritated by the end of the day, a clean baggie of frozen peas works well. The peas defrost quickly so usually no chance of skin damage.
• It is important to remember:
• Wash with gentle cleanser and fingertips
• Pat dry
• No Terry Cloth
• Use Moisturizing SPF of 30 or more every day
• Do not get areas wet: eg wash face at vanity/shower with back to water if face treated, keep hands out of water is hands treated. Crusts will become soggy and slough to quickly, crusts are natures Band-Aids.
• Crusts will slough in 5-7-10-14 days depending on individual (hands on the longer side)
• Do no use any harsh or anti-aging products while crusted
• Absolutely no picking or scratching!
• No procedures in the areas of treatment for 30 days
• After crusts have sloughed and skin is smooth you may resume your skin regime as suggested by your therapist
• Areas may continue to be pink until completely healed
• Continue to wear SPF of 30 or more....forever!
