Non-Surgical Instructions

Filler Post-Treatment Instructions

• It is normal to experience bruising after the procedure, anywhere from mild to severe. This will subside over the next few weeks.
• Swelling after the procedure is to be expected and may result in lumps, bumps, and asymmetry, which will subside in the next few weeks. Keep in mind that we do not necessarily swell equally on both sides.
• ​It is not necessary to massage the filler; typically, it is massaged as needed during the injection process. Over-massaging the filler at home can hamper your end result.
• You may wear makeup 24 hours after the injections. Sephora/Ulta employees are great at showing people how to hide bruising! Dermablend is one example of makeup made to help hide bruising.
• Ice intermittently as necessary after the injections for the first 24-48 hours to aid with the swelling and bruising. Ice the area for 20 minutes on and then 20 minutes off. Do NOT fall asleep with ice on the area. 
• If you have a concern with your result, we will not address this concern in the office for a minimum of two weeks for most fillers, three weeks for lip fillers, and four to six weeks for under-eye fillers due to the bruising and swelling specific to these areas.
• If you have any questions or concerns, please call the office or email Sarah at [email protected].

BOTOX Post-Treatment Instructions

• You will start noticing the effects of BOTOX about 7-10 days after the injection, but the full effect takes 14 days.
• If you feel you may need an adjustment, please schedule an appointment for no sooner than 14 days after injection. In order to safely adjust your BOTOX, your results must be in full effect so that you are not over-treated in a particular area.
• Do not massage the area for 24 hours after injection.
• Do not exercise on the day you get your BOTOX.
• We recommend that you do not lie down for four hours after injection.
• Do not wear a hat on the day of injection, as this can push down the BOTOX.
• Do not get a massage with your head in a donut on the day of injection.
• Bruising may happen after BOTOX, and this will subside over the next few weeks.
• You may wear makeup after getting injected; just put your foundation on in an upward motion.
• You may resume all of your normal activities tomorrow.
• ​We recommend you wait at least one week after injection for any laser treatment to the area.
• If you have any questions or concerns, please call the office or email Sarah at [email protected].

IPL Photofacial Post-Treatment Instructions

• Apply a cold pack intermittently after treatment: 20 minutes on, 20 minutes off, as much as possible for the first 24 hours. This will help reduce any swelling that may occur. Do not fall asleep with an ice pack on your face.
• Avoid any workouts, heat exposure, or hot water for the first 48 hours after treatment. Use lukewarm water in the shower.
• It is necessary to use a high-factor sunblock (SPF 30 at least) to protect the treated area from sun exposure for at least 1-2 weeks following treatment. Sun exposure or tanning after treatment can enhance pigment production and result in hyperpigmentation.
• Your skin may be sensitive during this period, but makeup can be applied as needed.
• Dark spots will get darker, then dry, scab up, and flake off. This takes about 7-10 days. Do not pick, pull, or peel the scabs off, as this may result in scarring. Keep the skin well moisturized twice daily so the scabs flake off when they are ready.
• Avoid any harsh scrubs. Use only gentle cleansers, like CeraVe or Cetaphil. Cleanse using your clean fingertips only in a circular motion. Cleanse your face twice a day.
• Avoid alpha hydroxy acids (like glycolic acid), retinol, retinoids (like differin gel and tretinoin), or any anti-aging products for 5-7 days after treatment.
• Swelling and redness vary from patient to patient and depend on the condition being treated, but typically can last anywhere from three to seven days.
• Occasionally, bruising may occur, and this may last from one to two weeks.
• If you have any questions or concerns, please call the office at (407) 707-6905 or email Sarah at [email protected].

ResurFX Post-Treatment Instructions

• ​After treatment, you can expect your skin to be red, swollen, dry, and warm to the touch for three to seven days, depending on the depth of the treatment and normal patient variations.
• For the first 48 hours, you do not want to put any products on your face at all. The only thing you do is cleanse the first two days. No makeup, sunscreen, moisturizers, creams, or lotions of any kind unless specifically instructed by your provider. This will make your skin more likely to break out after treatment.
• Cleanse your face with a gentle cleanser, like Cetaphil or CeraVe, twice daily using your fingertips in a circular motion. Do not scrub with a cloth or cleansing brushes.
• Your skin may get dry, peel, or flake off. Do not peel, pick, or pull off dry skin or scabs, as this may result in scarring.
• After 48 hours, you may resume wearing moisturizer, makeup, and other skincare products. However, you should hold off from using anti-aging products, retinol, and acids (like glycolic, salicylic, alpha hydroxy, etc.) for about one week after treatment, as they may irritate your skin.
• You may ice the area intermittently, 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off, for the first 24 hours after treatment to decrease the swelling as needed.
• You will be very sun-sensitive after treatment. It is important to avoid the sun in the first 1-2 weeks after treatment, especially in the first 48 hours when you are not able to wear sunscreen. After the first 48 hours, you may resume sunscreen, and we recommend SPF 30 or greater use every day and frequent reapplication. We also recommend that you avoid direct sun exposure the first 1-2 weeks after treatment.
• You want to avoid exercise and hot water for about three days. You may use lukewarm water in the shower.
• Dark spots may get slightly darker, then dry and flake off in about a week.
• If you have any questions or concerns, you may email photos or questions to [email protected]

Microneedling Post-Treatment Instructions

• Avoid direct sun exposure for 5-7 days.
• For 72 hours (3 days) after the procedure, avoid vigorous activity, sweaty exercise, and indirect sun exposure.
• Apply sunblock/sunscreen daily, especially for the first five days. Apply in the morning and, if you are directly in the sun, every two hours.

Post Treatment Skin Regimen (5-7 days)

***No active ingredients for the first seven days. Patients on Retinol can resume after day seven.