PRE APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Before your treatment:
  • You must have had prior treatment or consultation before your appointment.
  • You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding at the time of your treatment.
  • Avoid chemical peels, needling treatments, facials, Laser (IPL), and microdermabrasion treatments for 2 weeks prior to your appointment.
  • No Covid vaccinations or boosters 2 weeks prior to and following your treatment.

AFTER CARE INFORMATION

After your treatment, you may experience the following at the injection site:
  • Mild swelling
  • Possible bruising and/or redness
  • A little discomfort
  • Minor flaking lasting up to 7-10 days
  • Potential hyper pigmentation that could last from 2 weeks to 12 months

OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF HOURS

  • Avoid strenuous exercise for 24-48 hours.
  • Avoid makeup to the area for 24 hours.
  • Do not expose the area to intense heat (e.g., solarium, sauna, or excessive sun exposure).
  • Avoid pressure on treated areas for the first few nights (sleep on your back if possible).
  • You may take Panadol for pain relief. Avoid anti-inflammatories as these can exacerbate bruising.
  • Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
  • Do not use topical AHAs, Retinols/Vitamin C therapy, or oil-based makeup for 24 hours.
  • Do apply SPF 50+ regularly to stay hydrated.

OVER THE NEXT COUPLE OF WEEKS

Please be mindful of the following:
  • Avoid facials, facial waxing, glycolic or AHA peels, IPL and laser or energy-based treatments and microdermabrasion for two weeks after treatment. Please check with us before undergoing other facial treatments within this time.
  • Avoid any exfoliation to the treated area for 7 days.
  • Applying Hirudoid or Arnica cream (available at your local pharmacy or in clinic) will help with any bruising.
  • Do not massage the treated area unless instructed by your consultant.
  • Do not have any dental procedures two weeks pre/post treatment.

CONTACT THE CLINIC

If you experience any of the following, please text or email the clinic:
  • If you experience any whitening at the injection points or severe pain following treatment, please contact the clinic as soon as possible. Please contact us via Instagram or Facebook on the weekends for faster communication.