Before + Aftercare
BEFORE ALL INJECTABLES
- Avoid taking Ibuprofen; Gingko Blob; Garlic Flax oil; Cod Liver oil; Vitamin A; Vitamin E and any other essential fatty acids in the week before treatment to avoid excessive bleeding/brusing.
- Avoid Chemical peels; facials; Laser; Microdermabrasion for 2 weeks prior to treatment.
- Avoid wax; bleach; dipilatory cream (NAIR); or Electrolysis for 4 weeks prior to treatment.
- Avoid sun exposure on area 2 weeks prior for best results.
- Use SPF30 or greater.
- Come to treatment with areas getting treated cleansed and free from other products.
TOX AFTERCARE
DO
- Expect a mild headache.
- Use Hirudoid cream for bruising.
- Be patient, full results take 10-14 days.
- Schedule a follow up appointment at 2 weeks.
- You may wear make-up and cleanse your face as normal after 24 hours.
DON’T
- Touch your face for 24 hours.
- Bend or lie down for 4 hours.
- Have facials or tattooing for two weeks.
- Exercise for 24 hours (strenuous).
- Go into hot tubs and saunas for 24 hours.
- Drink alcohol for 24 hours.
- Remain in the sun for 72 hours.
FILLER AFTERCARE
DO
- Expect swelling and discomfort -apply a cold compress.
- Expect bruising - apply Hirudoid cream.
- Avoid gardening, hot tubs and saunas for 72 hours.
- Keep hydrated with water.
- Cleanse your face as normal.
- Use OTC cold sore medicine if applicable.
- Avoid Dental procedures 3 weeks pre and post treatment.
- Avoid Oversea travels for 3 weeks post treatment.
- Contact us ASAP if you see signs of ‘duskiness’ or grey patches, fishnet like pattern on your skin, abnormal bruise, pustules or unusual skin changes which may/may not be associated with pain.
DON’T
- Massage unless instructed.
- Apply makeup/Concealer for 24 hours.
- Drink alcohol for 24 hours.
- Smoke/ use straw for 24 hours (Lip Filler).
- Participate in strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
BBL (Broadband Light) & MOXI Pre +AFTERCARE
- Avoid Cosmetic Injectables at least 2 weeks before treatment.
- Avoid any laser or chemical peels or advanced facial treatment 2 weeks prior.
- Stop retinol atleast 5-7 days prior to treatment.
- Protect treatment area from the sun. No suntanning, or use of self tanner for atleast 2 weeks prior.
- Keep hydrated with water.
- Be aware of increased risk of bruising with use of Ibuprofen, aspirin, fish oils, Vitamin E. Stop 5 days prior to treatment if it is safe medically to do so. Discuss with your medical doctor.
- Let us know if any changes to your medical history.
- No Accutane treatment for 6 months or other photosensitive medication including doxycyclin for at least 2-4 weeks.
- Avoid Strenuous Exercise for 24 hours.
- Sun Protection to avoid blisters/ scars/ hyperpigmentation/ hypopigmentation. SPF daily.
- No exfoliation, actives ingredients, spa, pool. extreme temperature & chemicals for 14days.
- Use good quality skincare.
- Ice pack, fan, water spray or rescue balm to help cool down
- Do not itch or scratch the area. Use soft cloth to wash.
- Contact us if skin is broken, blistered or has pus or fever.
- Make up atleast 24 hours after.
- Use cold wet towels to compress and cool down on treatment area post treatment.
- Expect intense heat for about 1-2 hours post treatment and some swelling to follow on more intensive treatments.
