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Procedure Care

Pre & Post Procedure Care:

Proper preparation and aftercare are essential for achieving the best possible results from your treatment. Following these guidelines helps minimize irritation, reduce the risk of complications, support healing, and maximize your overall outcome. Please read all instructions carefully prior to your appointment. If you have any questions or concerns, contact us before your treatment.

General Pre Treatments Instructions

For most facials, corrective treatments, chemical peels, microneedling, and aesthetic procedures: 5-7 days before treatment

Avoid

  • Retinoids/retinols (Retin-A, tretinoin, adapalene, tazarotene)

  • Exfoliating acids (AHA/BHA/PHA products)

  • Benzoyl peroxide

  • Scrubs or aggressive exfoliation

  • Waxing, threading, sugaring, or depilatory creams in treatment area

  • Excessive sun exposure or tanning beds

  • Self-tanner on treatment area

  • Picking or inflaming the skin

24 hours before treatment:

Avoid

  • Alcohol consumption

  • Excessive heat exposure

  • Intense workouts

  • Spray tans

  • New skincare products

  • Facial shaving if skin is sensitive ​

injectable-specific Precautions:

To help minimize bruising and swelling, avoid for approximately 5–7 days prior unless medically necessary and approved by your physician:

  • Aspirin

  • Ibuprofen/NSAIDs

  • Fish oil

  • Vitamin E

  • Ginkgo biloba

  • St. John’s Wort

  • Alcohol

Please inform your provider if you:

  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding

  • Have active cold sores, rashes, or infections

  • Recently used Accutane/isotretinoin

  • Have autoimmune conditions or allergies

  • Are prone to keloid scarring

  • Have had recent facial surgery or dental work

  • Recently received injectables elsewhere

Facial & Corrective Treatment Care:

Immediately after treatment You may experience:

  • Mild redness

  • Sensitivity

  • Tightness

  • Temporary dryness

  • Slight warmth or flushing

These responses are normal and typically resolve within hours to a few days depending on treatment intensity.

For 3-7 Days After Treatment

Avoid:

  • Excessive sweating or intense exercise

  • Hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms

  • Direct sun exposure

  • Picking, peeling, or exfoliating skin

  • Active skincare ingredients unless instructed

  • Harsh cleansers or scrubs

Recommended Aftercare

  • Use gentle, hydrating skincare only

  • Keep skin moisturized and protected

  • Wear SPF daily and reapply consistently

  • Avoid touching or picking treated areas

  • Stay hydrated

Skin may purge, flake, or feel textured temporarily during the renewal process.

Chemical Peel Aftercare:

What To Expect

Depending on the peel, you may experience:

  • Redness

  • Tightness

  • Flaking or peeling

  • Temporary dryness

  • Mild sensitivity

Peeling may begin around days 2–4.

Important Guidelines

DO NOT:

  • Pick or manually peel shedding skin

  • Use exfoliants, retinoids, or acids until cleared

  • Expose skin to direct sun

  • Overheat the skin

DO

  • Keep skin hydrated

  • Use gentle cleanser and moisturizer

  • Apply SPF 30+ daily

  • Allow peeling to occur naturally

Premature peeling or picking can lead to irritation, hyperpigmentation, or compromised healing.

Microneedling Aftercare

First 24 Hours ( Avoid )

  • Makeup

  • Sweating/exercise

  • Heat exposure

  • Touching face excessively

  • Active skincare ingredients

For 3-5 Days ( Avoid )

  • Retinoids

  • Exfoliants

  • Acids

  • Direct sun exposure

  • Swimming pools and saunas

What To Expect

  • Redness similar to a mild sunburn

  • Tightness

  • Mild swelling

  • Dryness or rough texture

Collagen remodeling takes time, and full results develop gradually over several weeks.

Botox/Dysport Aftercare

For The First 4 Hours

  • Remain upright

  • Avoid rubbing or massaging treated areas

  • Avoid pressure on face

For 24 Hours ( Avoid )

  • Intense exercise

  • Excessive sweating

  • Alcohol

  • Facials or facial massage

  • Heat exposure (saunas, hot yoga, steam rooms)

Result Timeline

  • Initial effects: 3–7 days

  • Full results: approximately 10–14 days

Mild swelling, redness, tenderness, or small bumps at injection sites are temporary and common

Dermal Filler Aftercare

For 24 - 48 Hours ( Avoid )

  • Excessive exercise

  • Alcohol

  • Excessive sodium intake

  • Heat exposure

  • Pressure on treated areas

What To Expect Temporary:

  • Swelling

  • Bruising

  • Tenderness

  • Firmness

  • Mild asymmetry during healing

Swelling is often most noticeable during the first few days and improves gradually.

Additional Recommendations

  • Sleep with head elevated first night if swelling occurs

  • Ice gently as directed

  • Avoid massaging filler unless instructed by provider

Final results are typically seen once swelling fully resolves.

Spf and Healing

​Sun protection is non-negotiable after any professional treatment. UV exposure can worsen inflammation, slow healing, and contribute to pigmentation issues.

Daily SPF use is essential to:

  • Protect treatment results

  • Prevent premature aging

  • Minimize post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

  • Support overall skin health

When To Contact Us

Please contact us immediately if you experience:

  • Severe swelling

  • Excessive pain

  • Signs of infection

  • Blistering

  • Fever

  • Difficulty breathing

  • Unusual discoloration

  • Any reaction that feels concerning or abnormal

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Your safety, comfort, and results are our priority.

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