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Pre & Post Treatment Care

Your journey to radiant results starts here. Please review the specific instructions for your treatment carefully.

General Guidelines

Sun & Tanning: Avoid exposure and self-tanners for 4 weeks before/after.
Alcohol: Avoid 24 hours before your visit.
Events: Schedule 2 weeks before major events.

Safety & Policy

No dental procedures within 4 weeks of dermal fillers.
Reschedule for active rashes or cold sores.
Emergency: In a medical emergency, call 911.

IPL Photofacial

Pre-Treatment

Avoid sun exposure and self-tanners for 4 weeks.
Stop Retin-A, retinoids, and AHAs 7 days prior.
Arrive with clean skin — no makeup or sunscreen.

Post-Treatment

Brown spots will darken and crust; do not pick.
Apply SPF 30+ daily; avoid sun for 2 weeks.
No hot showers or intense exercise for 48 hours.

Morpheus8 (RF Microneedling)

Pre-Treatment

Stop blood thinners (Aspirin, Fish Oil, Vit E) 5–7 days prior.
Fillers must be placed at least 4 weeks before.
Arrive with clean skin — no makeup or numbing cream.

Post-Treatment

Sandpaper texture and redness normal for 3–5 days.
Avoid active ingredients (Retinol/Vit C) for 5–7 days.
Avoid heat (saunas/hot yoga) for 5–7 days.

Microneedling (SkinPen)

Pre-Treatment

Stop Retin-A and retinoids 5 days before.
No waxing in treatment area for 1–2 weeks prior.
Botox 7 days prior; Fillers 2 weeks prior.

Post-Treatment

Redness and sunburn sensation normal for 24–48h.
Avoid touching or rubbing face for 24 hours.
No makeup for 24 hours; keep skin moisturized.

CoolPeel

Pre-Treatment

Avoid sun exposure and self-tanners for 4 weeks.
Stop Retin-A and exfoliating acids 7 days prior.
Schedule at least 2–3 weeks before major events.

Post-Treatment

Expect redness and mild swelling for 3–5 days.
Avoid all active skincare for 7–10 days.
Avoid heat and hot showers for 48–72 hours.

CO₂ Laser Resurfacing

Pre-Treatment

Stop blood thinners 7–10 days in advance.
Arrange for a driver (sedation/numbing involved).
Plan for 7–14 days of social downtime.

Post-Treatment

Keep skin moist with healing ointment at all times.
Do not pick/peel skin; increases scarring risk.
Mandatory SPF 30+ once re-epithelialized.

Neurotoxin (Botox / Dysport)

Pre-Treatment

Avoid Aspirin, NSAIDs, and alcohol for 5–7 days.
Schedule 2 weeks before events (takes 3–14 days for effect).

Post-Treatment

Remain upright for 4 hours; do not lie down.
No rubbing or massage of treated areas for 24h.
Avoid exercise and excessive heat for 24 hours.

Dermal Filler

Pre-Treatment

Avoid dental work 2 weeks before or 4 weeks after.
Stop blood thinners and alcohol 7–10 days prior.

Post-Treatment

Sleep with head elevated on the first night.
No dental procedures for 4 weeks following treatment.
Avoid touching/massaging for 6 hours.

Sculptra & Radiesse

Pre-Treatment

Results build gradually over weeks to months.
Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.

Post-Treatment

5-5-5 Rule (Sculptra): Massage 5m, 5x daily, for 5 days.
Avoid vigorous exercise and alcohol for 24 hours.
Avoid extreme sun or heat for 2 weeks.

Chemical Peels

Pre-Treatment

Stop Retin-A and Differin 5 days prior.
Avoid facial waxing and hair removal for 1 week.

Post-Treatment

Do not pick/pull peeling skin; shed naturally.
Avoid makeup for first 24 hours.
Avoid heat and saunas for 48 hours.

CoolSculpting

Pre-Treatment

Shave coarse hair in the treatment area.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Post-Treatment

Do not shower for at least 4 hours.
Drink plenty of water for 24 hours.
Numbness/bruising normal for 1–2 weeks.

PRF Hair Restoration

Pre-Treatment

Eat a full meal and hydrate well before draw.
No caffeine or alcohol for 24–48 hours prior.
Wash hair morning of; no styling products.

Post-Treatment

Do not wash hair or shower for 6 hours.
Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and smoking for 72h.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.

Filler Dissolving

Pre-Treatment

Inform provider of bee sting/hyaluronidase allergies.
Avoid NSAIDs for 3–5 days prior.

Post-Treatment

Sleep with head elevated on first night.
No new filler for at least 2–4 weeks.

MetroSculpt

Pre-Treatment

Remove all metal jewelry/piercings near area.
Do not schedule during menstruation.

Post-Treatment

Muscle soreness (like a workout) normal for 24-48h.
Protein intake supports muscle building.
Stay well-hydrated to support recovery.