Avoid all blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior to your appointment, including: Ibuprofen, Aleve, Excedrin, Aspirin, Advil, Vitamin E & Fish Oil. Tylenol is fine if needed.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to your appointment. Do not drink caffeine the morning of your appointment.
Bruising, swelling or bleeding can occur with any injectable. You may notice small red bumps at the injection sites, which will resolve within 1-2 hours.
Avoid working out vigorously for 24 hours. This including weightlifting, hot or inverted yoga, saunas & steam rooms. A simple stroll or walk is fine.
Avoid wearing a hat or headband for 24 hours. You should also not exfoliate or rub the treated area for 24 hours to decrease the risk of unwanted product spread.
Full results take up to 2-3 weeks to kick in. You may book a touch up after 2 weeks if needed.
Avoid all blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior to your appointment, including: Ibuprofen, Aleve, Excedrin, Aspirin, Advil, Vitamin E & Fish Oil. Tylenol is fine if needed.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to your appointment. Do not drink caffeine the morning of your appointment.
Avoid tanning and spray tans for 2 weeks prior to your appointment.
Discontinue topical agents that may cause increased skin sensitivity 5 days prior to your appointment: retinols/retinoids, topical antibiotics, exfoliants, acids that may be dry or irritating to the skin (such as AHA, BHA, salicylic acids, hydroquinone, and benzoyl peroxide).
Do not wax or laser your skin for at least 2 weeks prior to your treatment.
Inform your provider if you have a history of cold sores as you may need to start an anti-viral medication prior.
If you have melasma, we may recommend you pre-treat with a topical product prior to receiving your treatment.
You will have a “hot” or sunburnt feel for a few hours after your treatment.
Redness & swelling can usually last for 3-5 days, being the worst at day 2-3, and may look like a mild to moderate sunburn.
You may also notice grid marks from the laser, which are completely normal and will resolve on their own.
Bruising can occur, and may last up to 2 weeks.
Your skin may crust and peel for up to 1-2 weeks after treatment. You should treat your skin like a ‘burn’ and keep it, and yourself, hydrated.
Avoid makeup for 48 hours, after which you may apply mineral makeup with clean or new brushes & sponges.
Sleep on a clean pillowcase and avoid touching your face while you heal.
Avoid any harsh exfoliants, facials, or dermaplaning for 2 weeks.
Avoid retinols and hydroquinone, and any irritating, prescription-strength, acidic, or ‘active’ skin care for at least 7 days after your treatment.
Avoid exercising or strenuous activity for 24 hours after your treatment.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga, and swimming for 3 days post-treatment.
Avoid direct & intentional sun exposure for at least 24 hours after your treatment.
You will see a noticeable improvement after just 1 treatment, and full results 90 days from your last treatment.
Cleanse your skin regularly using a gentle cleanser.
Apply the recommended post-procedure skincare, such as Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar and/or Alastin Soothe + Protect, twice daily.
Keep your skin hydrated with a gentle moisturizer such as Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer.
Follow with a broad-sprectrum, mineral-based SPF daily (skip the sunscreen at night).
Avoid wearing makeup for at least 48 hours. When you do apply makeup, be sure to use clean or new makeup brushes and sponges.
Follow the post-treatment skincare regimen for at least 1 week after your treatment. After 7 days or once your skin is healed, you may resume your regular products.
Avoid all blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior to your appointment, including: Ibuprofen, Aleve, Excedrin, Aspirin, Advil, Vitamin E & Fish Oil. Tylenol is fine if needed.
Avoid dental work for 2 weeks before and after lip injections.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to your appointment. Do not drink caffeine the morning of your appointment.
Be sure to eat a good meal before your appointment.
Bruising & swelling are likely to occur. You may apply an ice pack to the treated areas to help reduce swelling, and for bruising you should apply a warm compress. Arnica gel and/or tablets will also help to reduce healing time.
Avoid working out vigorously for 24 hours. This including weightlifting, hot or inverted yoga, saunas & steam rooms. A simple stroll or walk is fine.
Lumps and bumps are normal after filler. Do not massage the treated areas unless instructed to. After lip filler, do not drink from a straw for 3 days and refrain from kissing (etc.) for a week.
Allow 2 weeks for bruising and swelling to reside, and up to 1 month for the filler to fully integrate into the tissue.
Avoid all blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior to your appointment, including: Ibuprofen, Aleve, Excedrin, Aspirin, Advil, Vitamin E & Fish Oil. Tylenol is fine if needed.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to your appointment. Do not drink caffeine the morning of your appointment.
Avoid tanning and spray tans for 2 weeks prior to your appointment.
Discontinue topical agents that may cause increased skin sensitivity 5 days prior to your appointment: retinols/retinoids, topical antibiotics, exfoliants, acids that may be dry or irritating to the skin (such as AHA, BHA, salicylic acids, hydroquinone, and benzoyl peroxide).
Do not wax or laser your skin for at least 2 weeks prior to your treatment.
Inform your provider if you have a history of cold sores as you may need to start an anti-viral medication prior.
Important: if you are receiving PRF with your microneedling appointment, drink at least 64 oz. of water the day before and day of your appointment.
You will have a “hot” or sunburnt feel for a few hours after your treatment.
Redness & swelling can usually last for 3-5 days, and may look like a mild to moderate sunburn. Swelling is usually the worst on day 2.
Bruising can occur, and may last up to 2 weeks.
Your skin may crust and peel for up to 1-2 weeks after treatment.
Avoid any harsh exfoliants, facials, or dermaplaning for 2 weeks.
Avoid retinols and hydroquinone, and any irritating, prescription-strength, acidic, or ‘active’ skin care for at least 7 days after your treatment.
Avoid wearing makeup for at least 48 hours post-treatment. Sleep on a clean pillowcase and avoid touching your face while you heal.
Avoid exercising or strenuous activity for 24 hours after your treatment. Avoid saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga, and swimming for 3 days post-treatment.
Avoid direct & intentional sun exposure for at least 24 hours after your treatment. You should wear a medical-grade, broad spectrum sunscreen every day & reapply often to protect your results.
You will see a noticeable improvement after just 1 treatment, and full results 90 days from your last treatment.
Cleanse your skin regularly using a gentle cleanser.
Apply the recommended post-procedure skincare, such as Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar and/or Alastin Soothe + Protect, twice daily.
Keep your skin hydrated with a gentle moisturizer such as Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer.
Follow with a broad-sprectrum, mineral-based SPF daily (skip the sunscreen at night).
Avoid wearing makeup for at least 48 hours. When you do apply makeup, be sure to use clean or new makeup brushes and sponges.
Follow the post-treatment skincare regimen for at least 1 week after your treatment. After 7 days or once your skin is healed, you may resume your regular products.
Avoid intentional sun exposure, tanning and spray tans for 2 weeks prior to your appointment.
Important: shave the body part(s) to be treated the day before your treatment. If you cannot shave yourself, please advise us beforehand so we can schedule extra time.
Do not pluck, wax, or use depilatories for at least 4 weeks before your first treatment, or at any time during your laser hair removal series.
Some medications can cause increased photosensitivity, so be sure to inform your provider of any new medications.
Inform your provider if you have a history of cold sores in the treated area as you may need to start an anti-viral medication prior.
Discontinue retinols and hydroquinone, and any irritating, prescription-strength, acidic, or ‘active’ skin care to the treated area(s) for 3 days before your appointment.
Avoid direct & intentional sun exposure for 1 week after your appointment. You should wear a broad-spectrum SPF daily.
Redness, itchiness, and skin irritation are common after treatment. You may apply hydrocortisone or aloe to the treated area(s), but avoid lotions, fragrances, and deodorant for 24 hours. Avoid scratching, picking or rubbing.
Avoid working out vigorously for 24 hours. This including weightlifting and hot or inverted yoga. A simple stroll or walk is fine.
You should also avoid pools, hot tubs, saunas and steam rooms for 3 days. Avoid any additional laser, chemical or exfoliating procedures on the treated area(s) for at least 2 weeks.
Over the following weeks, you may notice hair shedding. You may continue to shave the areas as usual.
Remember, hair reduction will never be 100% and hormones can cause new hair growth. Maintenance treatments are recommended.
Avoid all blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior to your appointment, including: Ibuprofen, Aleve, Excedrin, Aspirin, Advil, Vitamin E & Fish Oil. Tylenol is fine if needed. Remember, we are purposefully inducing inflammation, so avoid anti-inflammatory medication.
Consider taking Arnica tablets for 3-7 days prior to help prevent bruising.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to your appointment. Do not drink caffeine the morning of your appointment.
Please ensure you’ve had a recent meal before your treatment to prevent the chance of lightheadedness.
Important: drink at least 64 oz. of water the day before and day of your appointment.
Swelling , redness, soreness, and bruising are to be expected after your treatment.
You may apply an ice pack to the treated areas to help reduce swelling, and for bruising you should apply a warm compress. Arnica gel and/or tablets will also help to reduce healing time.
Allow up to 2 weeks for bruising & swelling to reside.
Do not touch, press, rub, or manipulate the treated areas for at least 8 hours after your treatment.
Avoid working out vigorously for 24 hours. This including weightlifting, hot or inverted yoga, saunas & steam rooms. A simple stroll or walk is fine.
Do not apply makeup for at least 6 hours after your treatment.
Often, multiple sessions will be needed to achieve the desired result.
Treatments should be done every 4-6 weeks. You may see a noticeable improvement immediately, and full results 90 days from your last treatment.
Avoid all blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior to your appointment, including: Ibuprofen, Aleve, Excedrin, Aspirin, Advil, Vitamin E & Fish Oil. Tylenol is fine if needed.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior to your appointment. Do not drink caffeine the morning of your appointment.
Be sure to eat a good meal before your appointment.
Avoid working out vigorously for 24 hours. This including weightlifting, hot or inverted yoga, saunas & steam rooms. A simple stroll or walk is fine.
For massaging, follow the Sculptra 5×5 Rule: massage the treated areas vigorously 5 times a day, for 5 minutes each time, for a total of 5 days after your appointment.
Bruising & swelling are likely to occur. You may apply an ice pack to the treated areas to help reduce swelling, and for bruising you should apply a warm compress.
Arnica gel and / or tablets will also help to reduce healing time.
Allow 2 weeks for bruising & swelling to reside.
You will notice an immediate result from the Sculptra due to the fluids injected with the product. This will dissipate within 3 days, and the true results will be seen 8-12 weeks after your appointment.
Results will continue to improve over time due to the new collagen & elastin at work.
