Pre and Post Treatment
BOTOX/DYSPORT
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDELINES
- Avoid Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, & other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for at least 48 hours before treatment
- Avoid high doses of Vitamin E for at least 48 hours before treatment
- Avoid vigorous exercise immediately before treatment
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before treatment
Following the above guidelines will help in preventing bruising.
POST-TREATMENT GUIDELINES
- Do not lie down for 4 hours.
- Do not massage, rub, or scratch injection sites.
- Do not exercise for the next 12 hours.
- Do not wear constrictive clothing or accessories (hats, headbands, etc.) over the treatment areas for the remainder of the day.
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in droopy brows, lid ptosis, and uneven results.
CHEMICAL PEELS
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDELINES
- Refrain from using any retinoids for five days before your treatment.
- It is recommended to postpone the peel if you are currently experiencing open lesions, active cold sores, facial dermatitis, or have been recently exposed to the sun until these conditions have healed or until five days have passed since sun exposure.
- Individuals who have taken Accutane must allow a full year to pass before undergoing treatment.
- Plan accordingly. Skin may flake or peel for up to 7 days.
POST-TREATMENT GUIDELINES
- Avoid engaging in strenuous physical activity on the day of your treatment.
- Avoid of direct sun exposure for one week following your peel.
- Apply sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30 or higher to protect your skin.
- Refrain from using exfoliants and products containing alpha hydroxy acids (such as lactic, glycolic, or salicylic acids) for five days.
- Avoid peeling the skin or any manual exfoliation.
- Utilize only gentle cleansers and moisturizers during the first five days post-treatment to nurture your skin’s recovery.
DERMAL FILLERS
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDELINES:
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before treatment.
- Avoid Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, & other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs 48 hours before treatment.
- Avoid vigorous exercise immediately before treatment.
- If you have previously suffered from facial cold sores, there is a risk that needle punctures could contribute to another recurrence. Speak to your treatment provider about medications that may minimize recurrence.
- Efforts to prevent or reduce bruising include eating green leafy vegetables, drinking pineapple juice, and taking bromelain and/or arnica tablets the day before treatment.
POST TREATMENT GUIDELINES & EXPECTATIONS
- Immediately after treatment, the most commonly reported side effects were temporary redness and swelling at the injection site. These effects typically resolve within 2-4 days.
- Bruising is another common side effect lasting 5-7+ days.
- Cold compresses/ice packs may be used immediately after treatment to reduce swelling.
- Avoid rubbing or massaging the treatment area(s) for the day.
- Try to sleep on your back for 48 hours post-treatment. Also, keeping the head slightly elevated while sleeping will aid in reducing any swelling.
- Avoid vigorous exercise or flushing the face (with excessive heating) for one-day post-treatment.
- Continue eating green leafy vegetables, drinking pineapple juice, and taking arnica tablets as needed post-treatment
HALO LASER
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDELINES:
- Please discontinue any products containing active ingredients seven days before treatment (Retin-A, Tretinoin, Vit. A), glycolic acid, salicylic acid, AHAs, LHAs, and Benzoyl Peroxide.
- Avoid Hydroquinone for three days before your treatment.
- Avoid sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 14 days before treatment.
- Do not wax or use depilatory creams on the treatment area 14 days before treatment.
- Please remember to bring a wide-brimmed hat to protect your skin after treatment.
POST-TREATMENT GUIDELINES:
Detailed post-treatment care instructions will be provided in writing along with a pre and post-treatment skin care kit at your halo pre-op appointment.
Detailed post-treatment care instructions will be provided in writing along with a pre and post-treatment skin care kit at your halo pre-op appointment.
FOREVER YOUNG BBL
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDELINES
- Avoid sun, tanning creams, and tanning beds for a minimum of 2 weeks before treatment.
- Stop all Vitamin A products a minimum of 3 days before treatment
- Alert your treatment provider if you are on any prescriptions that may cause light sensitivity
POST-TREATMENT GUIDELINES
- Avoid sun and tanning beds.
- Do not exfoliate until skin is healed to completion (Approximately 7-10 days)
- May use makeup immediately if desired
- Avoid picking or scratching the treatment area as the skin heals
- Avoid Vitamin A products for five days post-treatment
SKINPEN
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDELINES:
- Avoid major exposure to the sun 24 hours before treatment
- Arrive with clean skin
- Apply numbing agent 30-60 minutes before treatment (if applicable)
POST-TREATMENT GUIDELINES:
Day #1: Day of SkinPen Treatment
- Apply Lift serum as needed throughout the day (Lift is provided w/treatment)
- Do not workout OR sweat the day of your Skin Pen treatment
Day #2: Day after SkinPen Treatment
- Use a gentle cleanser in the AM & PM
- Apply the Rescue Serum in the AM & PM after cleansing the face (Rescue Serum is provided as w/treatment)
- Avoid major sun exposure
- Use mineral makeup only OR no makeup on Day #2
- It is okay to workout the day AFTER the skin pen treatment
Day #3: & Beyond
- Resume normal skin care products & facial regimen
- Resume normal makeup regimen
- Avoid use of Vitamin A for at least five days after Skin Pen Treatment
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in infection and undesired side effects & result.
KYBELLA
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDELINES
- Schedule your Kybella treatment at least 2-4 weeks before a special event due to bruising and swelling
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before treatment
- Avoid Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, & other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs 48 hours before treatment
- Consider taking Arnica tablets beginning one week before injections to prevent bruising.
POST-TREATMENT GUIDELINES & EXPECTATIONS
- Avoid extreme heat temperatures for 24 hours post-treatment (Jacuzzi, hot showers).
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours post-treatment
- Sleep on your back with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- You will experience mild swelling and bruising for 3-5 days post-treatment, which will begin decreasing over a few weeks. Swelling can last 4-6 weeks.
- Ice packs may be used in the treated area during the first 12 hours.
- Do NOT massage the injection site. Swelling, tenderness, bruising, numbness, and areas of firm nodules may occur and will resolve over time. Results are not instant and may take up to 12 weeks.
- Notify your provider if there is any pain, significant swelling, bleeding, dusky discoloration, difficulty swallowing or smiling, or if fever occurs.
VENUS LEGACY
PRE-TREATMENT GUIDELINES
For Venus Body Contouring treatment
- Ensure adequate hydration by consuming an ample amount of water before your session.
- Verify that there are no active infections or lesions in the treatment areas.
- Refrain from applying lotions or creams to your body before your Venus session.
Following your Venus Body treatment, you may resume your regular activities immediately.
For Venus Facial treatments
- Maintain adequate hydration by consuming an ample amount of water before your treatment.
- Ensure that there are no active infections or lesions in the treatment areas.
Following your Venus Facial treatment, you can apply makeup and lotions immediately after the session.
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