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Neurotoxin

Pre & Post Care

Avoid blood thinners 5–7 days prior (aspirin, NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E) unless prescribed.
Limit alcohol for 24 hours prior to reduce bruising. Arrive makeup-free.
Do not schedule within 2 weeks of a major event — results take time to develop.
Disclose any upcoming dental procedures, vaccinations, or antibiotics.
Inform your provider of any prior neurotoxin treatments, timeline, and product used.
Plan ahead — full effect is visible at 2 weeks post-treatment.

Do not rub, massage, or apply pressure to treated areas for 4 hours post-injection.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
No facials or facial massage, or microcurrent for 2 weeks after treatment.
Results emerge gradually over 3–7 days. Full effect at 2 weeks.
Light bruising or small bumps at injection sites are normal and resolve quickly.
Avoid extreme heat — saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga — for 24–48 hours.

About this treatment: Neuromodulators

Pre & Post Care

Avoid blood thinners 5–7 days prior (aspirin, NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E) unless prescribed.
No alcohol 24–48 hours before treatment. Schedule at least 2 weeks before any major event.
Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin. Stay well-hydrated.
Disclose all prior filler history including product, location, and approximate date.
Cold sore history? Antiviral prophylaxis is recommended prior to lip filler.
Hydrate well in the days leading up to your appointment.

Swelling, bruising, and tenderness are expected — especially with lip filler. Peaks at 24–48 hours.
Lip filler — avoid straws and kissing for 3 days after treatment.
Do not press, squeeze, or massage treated areas for 2 weeks unless instructed. Sleep on your back the first night.
No strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours. Avoid excessive heat for 48–72 hours.
Skip dental procedures for 2–4 weeks if lip filler was placed.
Results assessed at 4 weeks. Overcorrection immediately post-treatment is normal.

About this treatment: Dermal Filler · Lip Filler

Pre & Post Care

Avoid blood thinners 5–7 days prior (aspirin, NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E) unless medically necessary.
No alcohol for 24–48 hours before. Plan ahead — schedule 2–4 weeks before any major event.
Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin. Stay well-hydrated.
Disclose all prior filler and biostimulator history including product, location, and date.
Inform provider of autoimmune conditions, keloid scarring, or prior granuloma formation.
No recent facial treatments (laser, peels, microneedling) within 2–4 weeks.

Sculptra 5-5-5 Rule: Massage 5 minutes, 5 times per day, for 5 days. Essential to prevent nodules.
Swelling and bruising are expected and may be more pronounced. Resolves over 5–10 days.
Ice gently in 10-minute intervals for the first 24 hours. No exercise for 24–48 hours.
Avoid excessive heat — saunas, steam, hot yoga, sun — for 2 weeks.
Results emerge gradually. Sculptra requires 2–3 sessions; final results at 3–6 months.
Contact us if you notice firm nodules, persistent redness, or skin changes after week 2.

About this treatment: Sculptra · Radiesse

Pre & Post Care

Discontinue retinoids 5–7 days prior. Skin must not be actively sensitized.
Avoid blood thinners (aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E) for 5–7 days if medically appropriate.
No active breakouts or skin infections in the treatment area.
Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin. Stay out of the sun and avoid self-tanner for 2 weeks prior.
Avoid alcohol 24 hours prior to reduce bruising risk.
History of cold sores? Let us know — antiviral coverage may be recommended.

Redness and mild swelling are expected for 24–72 hours. Do not touch your face unnecessarily for the first 24 hours.
Use only gentle, provider-approved cleansers and moisturizers for the first 72 hours.
No active ingredients (retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, vitamin C) for 5–7 days.
Apply SPF 30+ routinely for 2 weeks post-treatment. No makeup for at least 24 hours.
Skip the gym, sauna, and steam room for 48–72 hours.
Keep skin hydrated. Hyaluronic acid serums are your best friend during recovery.

About this treatment: Microneedling

Pre & Post Care

Discontinue retinoids 5–7 days prior. This includes tretinoin, retinol, and retinaldehyde.
Avoid exfoliants 5–7 days prior. No AHAs, BHAs, scrubs, or physical exfoliants.
Stop waxing or laser hair removal on the treatment area at least 2 weeks prior.
Avoid prolonged sun exposure and tanning (including self-tanner) for 2 weeks prior.
Arrive with clean skin — no makeup, sunscreen, or heavy product.
History of cold sores? Notify your provider in advance. Antiviral prophylaxis may be recommended.

Do not pick, peel, or rub flaking skin. Allow it to shed naturally. Moisturize generously.
SPF 30+ is non-negotiable. Apply every 2 hours while outdoors for a minimum of 2 weeks.
Avoid active ingredients (retinoids, AHAs, BHAs, vitamin C) until fully healed — typically 7–10 days.
No heat exposure — saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga, or vigorous exercise for 48–72 hours.
Avoid makeup for 24 hours minimum, or until any peeling has resolved.
Results continue to emerge over 4–6 weeks as collagen remodeling progresses.

About this treatment: Chemical Peel