• No straining and no exercise for 24 hours following treatment.

• It takes the toxin approximately 2 hours to bind itself to the nerve to start it’s work and because we do not want to increase circulation to that area to wash away the neurotoxin from where it was injected, this waiting period is recommended.

• Avoid manipulation of area for 3-4 hours following treatment. This includes not doing a facial, peel or microdermabrasion after treatment.

• Do not lie down or bend over for 1 hour following treatment.

• Do not get a massage for 24 hours post treatment.

RESULTS

It can take 2-3 weeks to take full effect. It is recommended that the patient contact our office no later than 2 weeks after treatment if desired effect was not achieved and no sooner to give toxin time to work. If the patient does not report concern within 3 weeks, the patient will be required to pay for touch-up treatment.

LIP TIPS: DO

• Keep your lips clean and dry of any fluid that may present itself after treatment. Pat dry with clean tissue.

• Keep your lips moisturized using recommended lip hydration.

• For swelling, apply an icepack with a sterile barrier or take an Ibuprofen.

• Avoid irritation from salty or spicy foods and use a straw while drinking as your lips are healing.

• Take Tylenol for any discomfort.

LIP TIPS: DO NOT

• Do not exercise for 24 hours following treatment.

• Do not touch or pick the peeling on your lips as they could lead to infection or loss of pigment.

• Do not apply cosmetics, cleaners or lotions to lips for the first 2 weeks.

• Do not scratch your lips.

• Do not use saunas, steam rooms or swim for about 2 weeks.

• Do not use straws for 2 weeks.

After your Kybella/PCDC injections, it is normal to have some swelling and bruising. Typically, swelling begins 1-2 days after Kybella/PCDC injections and is most noticeable 2-4 days after the treatment. Swelling can last 2 weeks after treatment, and is usually gone after 4 weeks. Due to the numbing cream applied for your procedure, you will still feel numb for another 1-2 hours after your procedure. The aesthetic contouring treatment results are noticeable a few weeks after the treatments are complete.

• Ice, Ice, Ice
  Use a small bag of frozen peas in a sandwich bag or crushed ice to gently ice the area. No heavy ice bags. Ice for 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off. Continue the icing for 48 hours if possible.

• Minimize Strenuous Exercise
  We recommend no strenuous exercise for 48 hours in order to reduce swelling and bruising.

• No Massage or Manipulation
  Do not massage or manipulate the treated area which will be quite swollen after your Kybella injections. You may shower and wash your face with gentle cleanser. Avoid facials, chemical peels or laser treatments on the treated area for 14 days.

• Use Makeup
  You can use makeup, moisturizers and sunscreen the next day after your injections to cover up any bruising.

• Take Arnica Supplements
  Arnica supplements can quickly help reduce appearance of bruises.

• Sleep with head propped
  For the first 2-3 days, sleep with your head propped up on 2-3 pillows. This will help minimize swelling under the chin area. Swelling should begin to improve after about 48 hours.

• Eat pineapples
  They have natural anti-inflammatory properties that help minimize swelling.

• Take Tylenol
  It is normal to experience some pain and sensitivity in the area of the injection. Most patients find that Tylenol can help relieve some pain. Avoid NSAIDs such as Motrin and Ibuprofen, as these can make swelling and bruising worse.

Above all, don’t worry!

The first few days after your treatment, the treated area will be swollen. It will take weeks before the fat melts and the results will be noticeable. We recommend not over-evaluating results until completing your course of treatment.

• Before discharge, a topical serum may be applied to the face. You will also be given a gentle facial cleanser and topical gel to use for the first 3 days after the procedure.

• Avoid applying anything else topically, including makeup, for 24 hours after the procedure. If there are no areas with broken skin or warm redness, makeup may be applied after this time.

• You may resume the use of your usual skin care products after 3 days. Retinoids may be used 5-7 days after treatment.

• There are no restrictions on bathing except to treat the skin gently, avoid scrubbing or trauma to the treated areas.

• Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation.

• It is mandatory that you use a daily sun block with Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide of at least 8-9% and a minimum SPF 30 on all treated areas.

• Cool compresses may be useful to reduce swelling or discomfort. You may also take over-the-counter Tylenol for discomfort and apply Hydrocortisone 1% steroid cream to decrease any itching or skin irritation after the first 24 hours. An oral anti-histamine may also be taken to help reduce any itching.

• Avoid activities that can induce strenuous exercise or saunas for 2-3 days.

• Always wash your hands before touching your face, use clean towels and a clean pillowcase to prevent infection.

• Multiple treatments (an average of 3) spaced every 4-6 weeks may be required to achieve the desired response. You will notice immediate as well as long term improvements in your skin over the next several months.

After your microneedling session, your body works overtime to heal itself and create newer, firmer skin. During this time, the treated skin will be extremely susceptible to it’s usual nemeses, including:

• Bacteria: Your skin relies on specific kinds of bacteria to keep your pores healthy. But harmful bacteria can become trapped in your pores, leading to infections and blemishes. After microneedling, your skin is more exposed to the potential threats of bacteria.

• UV Radiation: The suns rays may feel warm and ringly on your face but the UV radiation in sunlight can harm your skins collagen and elastin. Since the goal of microneedling is to increase your skins collagen production, UV radiation from sun exposure can negatively hinder the results of your procedure.

• Physical or Chemical Irritants: Chemical irritants like exfoliating creams, as well as physical irritants, like rough facial scrubs, can exacerbate your skin’s redness and increase your discomfort.

To protect your skin from these common, yet damaging irritants, please follow the following guidelines below.

For 3 days after your procedure avoid:

• Tanning beds

• Swimming in pools, oceans or lakes

• Direct sun exposure

• Traditional makeup and mineral makeup

• Electric of battery-powered cleansing brushes

• Alpha Hydroxy Acid

• Beta Hydroxy Acid

• Retinol

• Vitamin C Scrubs

Tips for Best Results

• A dab of moisturizer can help reduce redness and lock in hydration.

• Cleanse carefully using a gentle cleanser.

• Be sure to apply sunscreen throughout the day. (Not all sunscreens are created equal! Use a tinted sunscreen that can cover the pink skin from your treatment, while calming and protecting your skin at the same time. We recommend and carry: HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen, ZO smart tone broad spectrum sunscreen and REV oil free tinted SPF).

After your BBL session, you will notice changes in your skin. Do not be alarmed, as mild side effects are perfectly normal. These changes indicate that the treatment is working properly. The most common issues that clients experience are:

• Swelling

• Blisters

• Bruising

• Crusting

• Brown spots

• Redness

• Sunspots

• Blemishes

These symptoms create no reason for concern. Even when a procedure is non-invasive, like BBL, there is a healing process that takes place.

What to Expect after BBL Treatment

• Redness lasts 2-5 days

• Bruising may last up to 2 weeks

• Darkened age spots or freckles last 3-7 days

• Crusting may last up to 10 days

• Sunburn and redness persist 2-5 hours after treatment

BBL Aftercare Tips

It is essential to give your skin proper TLC after your BBL session. Being that your skin’s surface will become very sensitive, here is a list of common do’s and do not’s:

What NOT To Do:

• Don’t pick any crusting or blisters.

• Don’t take hot showers, hot baths or bask in a hot tub for a minimum of 48 hours.

• Don’t exfoliate your skin within the first 7 days as it may cause irritation.

• Don’t exercise or participate in any strenuous physical activity. Wait at least 2 days to do so.

• Don’t expose your skin to the sun unprotected for atleast 30 days.

• Don’t use skin care products that have harsh chemicals or contain high amounts of Vitamin A.

What To Do:

• Do apply sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF.

• Do cleanse your skin twice a day with warm water.

• Do keep your skin moist at all times using a gentle moisturizer.

• Do perform a microdermabrasion facial on areas treated with BBL. This protects and hydrates your skin will removing dead skin cells. Perform this routine 2-3 weeks post treatment.

• We recommend a simplified post-procedure skincare regimen which includes Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar, hyaluronic acid, moisturizer and SPF.

After your IPL session, you will notice changes in your skin. Do not be alarmed, as mild side effects are perfectly normal. These changes indicate that the treatment is working properly. The most common issues that clients experience are:

• Swelling

• Blisters

• Bruising

• Crusting

• Brown spots

• Redness

• Sunspots

• Blemishes

These symptoms create no reason for concern. Even when a procedure is non-invasive, like IPL, there is a healing process that takes place.

What to Expect after IPL Treatment

• Redness lasts 2-5 days

• Bruising may last up to 2 weeks

• Darkened age spots or freckles last 3-7 days

• Crusting may last up to 10 days

• Sunburn and redness persist 2-5 hours after treatment

IPL Aftercare Tips

It is essential to give your skin proper TLC after your IPL session. Being that your skins surface will become very sensitive, here is a list of common do’s and do not’s:

What NOT To Do:

• Don’t pick any crusting or blisters.

• Don’t take hot showers, hot baths or bask in a hot tub for a minimum of 48 hours.

• Don’t exfoliate your skin within the first 7 days as it may cause irritation.

• Don’t exercise or participate in any strenuous physical activity. Wait at least 2 days to do so.

• Don’t expose your skin to the sun unprotected for atleast 30 days.

• Don’t use skin care products that have harsh chemicals or contain high amounts of Vitamin A.

What To Do:

• Do apply sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF.

• Do cleanse your skin twice a day with warm water.

• Do keep your skin moist at all times using a gentle moisturizer.

• Do perform a microdermabrasion facial on areas treated with IPL. This protects and hydrates your skin will removing dead skin cells. Perform this routine 2-3 weeks post treatment.

• We recommend a simplified post-procedure skincare regimen which includes Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar, hyaluronic acid, moisturizer and SPF.

The most important thing you need to do after laser hair removal is to avoid the sun, both regular and tanning beds. It is recommended to wear high-level SPF on the area where treatment was performed if there will be any sun exposure to that area. It is also recommended to leave the area free of products such as perfume and deodorant or any products with chemicals that can be harsh on freshly lasered treated skin.

The evening following your peel, gently cleanse your skin and pat dry. Use a mild moisturizer as needed.

For the first few weeks after your peel, some may experience slight dryness or flaking which is actually the peeling off of old skin layers.

CHEMICAL PEEL POST TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:

• Do not apply any skin care product or makeup to your face (except lipstick and eye makeup) for 3 hours after your peel. After this time period, you may use moisturizer.

• Avoid using alpha hydroxy acid products (such as glycolic or lactic acid) or salicylic acid products until 5 days after your peel.

• Avoid using Retin-A or other topical acne medications until 5 days after your peel.

• NEVER pick, stratch, use a washcloth or loofah on your face. This can result in severe scarring.

• Avoid direct sun exposure including tanning beds and natural sun for at least two weeks after your treatment.

Following your treatment, it is important to take good care of your skin so that you can maintain your results.

After Dermaplaning Tips:

• Avoid the use of saunas or steam rooms and don’t engage in any strenuous exercise for 24 hours.

• Avoid using any products on your face which contain exfoliating ingredients for 24 hours to avoid irritating your skin.

• Do not wear any makeup for 24 hours.

• Do not book any other facial treatments until 2 weeks after your dermaplaning.

• Follow a very simple skincare routine for 2 weeks post-treatment.

  • Cleanse your skin with a very mild cleanser or water.

  • It is important to moisturize your exfoliated skin regularly to rehydrate. Many find that products containing hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and retinol are effective post dermaplaning .

  • Do not rub your skin dry, instead pat it.

  • Avoid using a washcloth, instead just use your clean fingers.

  • Steer clear of direct sun exposure for 2 weeks post treatment and then use a high-factor sunscreen (SPF 30+) to protect your skin.