Pre-Care for all non-surgical cosmetic procedures
Avoid alcohol and smoking on the day of treatment.
Schedule procedure at least two weeks before a special occasion or event.
Avoid treatment if you have active infections in the treatment area.
Reschedule your appointment if you feel unwell.
Post-Care for all non-surgical cosmetic procedures
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Do not rub or touch the treated area until the next morning.
No facial treatments, laser, or massage for two weeks, this is to help avoid any complications.
Avoid brow waxing or tinting for 48 hours, no microblading to the eyebrows for 2 weeks post your wrinkle treatment.
It is recommended you do not lie down for the next 4 hours as you may inadvertently affect the treated area.
No strenuous exercise for 24 hours following your treatment and any exposure to heat treatments such as sauna, hot tub or tanning beds for up to 48 hours.
It is recommended to avoid direct exposure to sun or UV light for 48 hours.
Avoid wearing restrictive headwear including hats, helmets or glasses that may affect the treated area.
Paracetamol is recommended for any headaches. Try to avoid medicines such as ibuprofen (Nurofen) or diclofenac (Voltaren) for the next 24 hours.
There is a risk of bruising. It’s generally minor and can easily be covered up with makeup the next day. Arnica tablets and hirudoid cream helps reduce bruising. You may also apply ice to the affected area.
Your treatment will take up to 14 days to start working. If after 2 weeks, you feel that you still have more muscle movement than desired, then a dose adjustment may be required at your follow up appointment, at an additional cost. This needs to be booked in at 2 weeks post your initial treatment.
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Do not rub or touch the treated area until the next morning.
Do not consume alcohol for 24 hours after the treatment.
Try to avoid lying down or any strenuous exercise for 12 hours after treatment.
Advised to sleep on your back for 48hours post treatment to avoid disturbing or moving the volume product, if temples, cheeks or jawline were treated.
It is recommended to avoid extended exposure to sun or UV light and extreme hot or cold temperatures, including hot foods and drinks if your lips have been treated.
Avoid facial laser treatments to the area for minimum 2 weeks.
For cheek temple or tear trough treatment it is recommended to avoid restrictive headwear, including goggles, sunglasses, or motorcycle helmets for up to four weeks.
It is recommended not to apply make-up to the treatment area until 12 hours post treatment.
There will be some swelling and bruising, however, it should only be temporary. Arnica tablets or Hirudoid cream can help reduce bruising. If you feel it’s not normal, please contact your Cosmetic Nurse..
You may feel lumps for up to 2 weeks, as your body adjusts to the new volume. If you have any concerns, please contact your Cosmetic Nurse. Do not massage the treated area yourself.
The treatment will take 4-6 weeks to see the full healed results and we recommend booking in for a follow up assessment at this time.
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No fat dissolving treatment 2 weeks before and after a Covid vaccination.
Immediately after treatment, ice or a cold compress can be applied to the area treated to reduce pain and swelling, continue as required for the first 48 hours.
Do not take blood thinners or anti-inflammatories such as Aspirin, Nurofen, or Vitamin E for 24 hours after treatment.
Panadol can be taken for any pain or discomfort.
Massage the area that was treated, 5 x minutes, 5 x a day, for 5 x days, to enhance even spreading of the medication. It is also recommended to have Radiofrequency (RF) Therapy, to assist with skin tightening to the treated area.
Continue exercise and normal activities after 24 hours.
Report increasing pain, redness, signs of infection or ulcer.
Drink lots of fluids such as water, for the first 48 hours after treatment. You cannot have any volumising treatments for 2 weeks post treatment.
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Skin blanching or skin discoloration (a fishnet stocking appearance or skin mottling), ranging from redness to dark brown or black or severe bruising.
White/grey areas on the skin.
Swelling, blisters or pustules.
Loss of feeling or numbness to the area.
You may or may not experience pain, tenderness, or an abnormal sensation in the affected area.
If you present with any of the above side effects following your treatment, you must contact me or my supporting medical team Juvae immediately on 1300 255 913