
Aftercare Essentials
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Botox/Neurotoxins
Stay upright for 4 hours after treatment (avoid lying down or bending forward)
Avoid rubbing, massaging, or applying pressure to treated areas for 24 hours
Skip strenuous exercise, saunas, or hot tubs for 24 hours
Refrain from alcohol and blood thinning medications (unless prescribed) for the rest of the day to reduce bruising
Makeup can be applied gently after a few hours, if needed
Results begin to appear within 3-7 days with full effect at 2 weeks
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Dermal Fillers
Expect mild swelling, redness, or bruising for a few days (this is normal)
Avoid touching, pressing, or massaging the treated areas for 24 hours (unless instructed)
Skip strenuous exercise, saunas, or hot tubs for 24 hours
Refrain from alcohol and blood thinning medications (unless prescribed) for the rest of the day to reduce bruising
Apply a cool compress (not ice directly on skin) to ease swelling, if needed
Sleep with your head slightly elevated the first night to reduce swelling
Results are visible right away, but final outcomes are best judged after 2 weeks once swelling settles
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Skin Resurfacing & Microneedling
First 24 Hours:
Keep the treated areas clean and avoid touching with unwashed hands
Do not apply makeup, sunscreen, or active skincare (retinols, acids, vitamin c)
Expect redness, warmth, or ‘sunburn’ sensation (this is normal)
Days 2-5:
Cleanse with a mild, fragrance-free cleanser
Apply only the recommended soothing/repair cream or serum
Use broad-spectrum SPF 30+ once your provider advises it is safe
Skip strenuous exercise, saunas, hot tubs, or hot showers
Healing Period Weeks 1-2:
Do not pick, peel, or scratch at flaking or shedding skin
Avoid direct sun exposure, wear a wide-brimmed hat if outdoors
Skip harsh skincare products until cleared by your provider
Hydrate well and keep skin moisturized