POST TREATMENT CARE
RE-VOLUMISING TREATMENTS
Following your treatment you may experience some redness, swelling, lumpiness, tenderness and/or bruising at the treated area(s). These side-effects are normal, and usually resolve within 7 to 14 days. The results of your treatment are immediate, however the final benefits may take up to 4 weeks before fully visible.
dermal filler treatment aftercare
- Do not rub or massage the treatment area(s) for 24 hours.
- No strenuous exercise, or physical activity for 24 hours.
- No hot showers on the evening of your treatment.
- No active skin care (Retinols, AHA’s, BHAs, Vit A, B or C serums, etc.) for 48 hours.
- No make-up for 12 hours.
- No face-down massage for 48 hours.
- No other facial, or aesthetic treatments (IPL, laser, microdermabrasion, skin needling, peels, etc.) to the treated area(s) for 2 weeks.
- No alcohol in the 12 to 24 hour period following your treatment.
- No dental work, including teeth cleaning treatment for 4 weeks.
- No vaccinations, including COVID, and/or Flu for 2 weeks.
In order to review and assess your treatment results, a post-treatment review appointment is offered and recommended.
If you are experiencing any of the below adverse reactions following your treatment, please contact us immediately:
- Skin discolouration at the treated area or surrounding area(s) that appears deep purple/blue/white/grey in colour.
This may be a sign of a vascular occlusion, requiring immediate attention. - Ulceration or blistering to the treated area(s) or surrounds.
- Severe swelling that impacts normal activities (i.e., eating, drinking, sleeping).
- Severe pain in the treatment area(s).
- Severe redness and heat at the injection site or surrounds.
- Inflamed and/or hardened lumps with discomfort to touch.
- Discharge, ooze or persistent bleeding from the injection site.
- Persistent itchiness with, or without a rash.
- Delayed/sudden presentation of hard, inflamed lumps in the areas of injection.
WRINKLE REDUCTION TREATMENTS
Following your treatment there may be some redness, swelling, or tiny ‘bumps’ at the injection sites. These usually settle within 12 to 24 hours. You may also experience minor localised bruising. The onset of treatment typically starts at 2 days, however the full effect may take up to 14 days.
anti-wrinkle treatment aftercare
- Do not rub or massage the treatment area(s) for 24 hours.
- No strenuous exercise, or physical activity for 24 hours.
- No hot showers on the evening of your treatment.
- No active skin care (Retinols, AHA’s, BHAs, Vit A, B or C serums, etc.) for 48 hours.
- No make-up for 12 hours.
- No face-down massage for 48 hours.
- No other facial, or aesthetic treatments (IPL, laser, microdermabrasion, skin needling, peels, etc.) to the treated area(s) for 2 weeks.
- No alcohol in the 12 to 24 hour period following your treatment.
In order to review and assess your treatment results, a post-treatment review appointment is offered and recommended.
If you are experiencing any of the below adverse reactions following your treatment, please contact us immediately:
- A ptosis (droop) of the eyelid or eyebrow.
- Prolonged redness, swelling and/or heat at the injection sites.
- Extensive bruising or swelling.
- Double, blurred, or altered vision.
- Difficulty speaking or saying words properly.
- Difficulty swallowing or eating.
