Before & After Treatment Guidelines

Injectables

  • Pre-Care Instructions:

    Avoid blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior, including ibuprofen, aspirin, vitamin E, and fish oil. Tylenol is fine if needed. If you are taking any prescribed blood thinners, please consult with your prescribing provider before making any changes.

    Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior and avoid caffeine the morning of your appointment.

    Aftercare Instructions:

    Small bumps, redness, or minor swelling at injection sites are normal and typically resolve within 1–2 hours.

    Avoid strenuous activity, saunas, steam rooms, and hot yoga for 24 hours.

    Avoid rubbing, massaging, or applying pressure to the treated areas for 24 hours. Avoid hats or headbands if treating the upper face.

    Results develop over 2–3 weeks. A touch-up may be scheduled after 2 weeks if needed.

  • Pre-Care

    Avoid blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior. If you are taking any prescribed blood thinners, please consult with your prescribing provider before making any changes.

    Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior and caffeine the morning of.

    Avoid dental work for 2 weeks before and after lip filler.

    Eat a meal before your appointment.

    Aftercare

    Swelling and bruising are expected. Ice can be used to reduce swelling, and warm compresses may help with bruising. Arnica may help speed healing.

    Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours.

    Lumps or unevenness may be present initially. Do not massage unless instructed.

    After lip filler, avoid straws for 3 days, and avoid pressure or contact for about 1 week.

    Allow 2 weeks for swelling to settle and up to 4 weeks for full results.

  • Pre-Care

    Avoid blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior. If you are taking any prescribed blood thinners, please consult with your prescribing provider before making any changes.

    Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior and avoid caffeine the morning of.

    Eat before your appointment.

    Aftercare

    Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours.

    Swelling and bruising are expected. Ice and warm compresses may be used as needed. Arnica may help reduce healing time.

    Massage the treated areas as instructed for several days following treatment to support even product distribution.

    Allow 2 weeks for swelling to settle.

    You may notice temporary fullness from the injection fluid, which resolves within a few days. Results begin to develop around 6–8 weeks and continue to improve over time as collagen stimulation occurs.

  • Pre-Care

    Avoid blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior. If you are taking any prescribed blood thinners, please consult with your prescribing provider before making any changes.

    Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior, and avoid caffeine the morning of.

    Eat before your appointment and drink at least 64 oz. of water the day before and day of treatment.

    Consider Arnica 3–7 days prior to reduce bruising.

    Aftercare

    Swelling, redness, and bruising are expected.

    Ice may be used for swelling. Warm compresses may help with bruising. Arnica may help reduce downtime.

    Avoid touching or manipulating the treated areas for at least 8 hours unless instructed otherwise.

    Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours.

    Avoid makeup for at least 6 hours.

    Multiple sessions are typically required. Treatments are spaced 4–6 weeks apart.

    Results develop over time, with full results around 90 days after your final treatment.

Advanced Skin Treatments

  • Pre-Care Instructions:

    Avoid blood-thinning medications for 2 weeks prior.

    Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior and caffeine the morning of.

    Avoid sun exposure, tanning, and spray tans for 2 weeks prior.

    Discontinue retinols, hydroquinone, exfoliating acids (glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acid), and any other active or potentially irritating skincare products for 3-5 days prior.

    Avoid waxing, laser, or other aggressive treatments for 2 weeks prior.

    Inform your provider if you have a history of cold sores.

    What to Expect:

    A warm, sunburn-like sensation is normal immediately after treatment.

    Redness and swelling typically last 3–5 days, peaking around days 2–3.

    Bruising can occur and may last up to 2 weeks.

    Skin may feel dry, tight, and begin to flake or peel over the following days.

    Temporary grid-like marks may be visible and will resolve.

    Aftercare Instructions:

    Treat your skin like a mild burn and prioritize hydration.

    Avoid touching or picking the skin. Sleep on a clean pillowcase.

    Avoid makeup for 48 hours.

    Avoid retinols, exfoliants, and active skincare for at least 7 days or until healed.

    Avoid facials, dermaplaning, and exfoliating treatments for 2 weeks.

    Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours. Avoid heat, steam, and swimming for 3 days.

    Avoid direct sun exposure and wear a mineral-based SPF daily.

    Post-Treatment Skincare:

    Wait until the next morning to cleanse unless otherwise instructed. Only touch your skin with clean hands and sleep on a clean pillowcase.

    Cleanse morning and night using a gentle cleanser, such as ZO Gentle Cleanser, Alastin Gentle Cleanser, Cetaphil, or CeraVe.

    Apply recommended healing products, such as Alastin Regenerating Skin Nectar or the Hydrinity Restorative Kit, to support recovery and optimize results.

    Keep skin well hydrated with a gentle, non-irritating moisturizer.

    Use a broad-spectrum, mineral-based SPF daily to protect your skin and maintain your results.

    Avoid makeup for at least 48 hours. When you resume, use clean or new brushes and sponges.

    Avoid active skincare ingredients such as retinol, glycolic acid, exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide, and hydroquinone for at least 7 days, or until your skin is fully healed.

    Avoid exfoliating, facials, dermaplaning, and other treatments for at least 2 weeks.

    Results:

    Initial improvement may be seen after one treatment.

    Collagen production develops over time, with full results typically seen 1–3 months after treatment.

Laser and Light-Based Treatments

  • Pre-Care Instructions:

    Avoid intentional sun exposure, tanning, and spray tans for at least 2 weeks prior to your appointment.

    Shave the treatment area(s) the day before or day of your appointment. If you are unable to shave, please let us know in advance so we can allow additional time.

    Do not pluck, wax, or use depilatory creams for at least 4 weeks prior to your first treatment, or at any time during your treatment series.

    Some medications, such as antibiotics, may increase photosensitivity, so please inform your provider of any new medications.

    If you have a history of cold sores in the treatment area, please inform your provider, as you may need to start an antiviral medication prior to treatment.

    Discontinue retinols, hydroquinone, exfoliating acids (glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acid), and any other active or potentially irritating skincare products for 3-5 days prior.

    Do not undergo other laser, light-based, chemical, exfoliating, or resurfacing treatments in the treatment area(s) for at least 2 weeks prior.

    Aftercare Instructions:

    Avoid direct and intentional sun exposure for 1 week following your appointment. Wear a broad-spectrum SPF daily.

    Redness, itchiness, and mild irritation are common. You may apply aloe or hydrocortisone as needed. Avoid lotions, fragrances, and deodorant in the treated area(s) for 24 hours, and avoid scratching or picking.

    Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours, including weightlifting and hot or inverted yoga. Light activity such as walking is fine.

    Avoid pools, hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms for 3 days.

    Avoid additional laser, light-based, chemical, exfoliating, or resurfacing treatments in the treatment area(s) for at least 2 weeks.

    Hair will gradually shed over the following weeks. You may continue to shave as needed between treatments.

    Laser hair removal results in long-term reduction, not complete removal. Hormones can influence regrowth, and maintenance treatments may be recommended.

  • Pre-Care

    Avoid intentional sun exposure, tanning, and spray tans for at least 2 weeks prior to your appointment.

    Some medications, such as antibiotics, may increase photosensitivity, so please inform your provider of any new medications.

    If you have a history of cold sores in the treatment area, please inform your provider, as you may need to start an antiviral medication prior to treatment.

    Discontinue retinols, hydroquinone, exfoliating acids (glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acid), and any other active or potentially irritating skincare products for 3–5 days prior.

    Do not undergo other laser, light-based, chemical, exfoliating, or resurfacing treatments in the treatment area(s) for at least 2 weeks prior.

    Avoid injectables in the treatment area for at least 2 weeks prior.

    Aftercare

    Avoid direct and intentional sun exposure for at least 1 week following your appointment. Wear a broad-spectrum, mineral-based SPF daily.

    Redness, warmth, mild swelling, and irritation are common and typically resolve within a few hours to a few days.

    Pigmented areas may temporarily darken before flaking off naturally over the following 5–7 days. Do not pick or scratch.

    Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours. Avoid heat, saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga, and hot tubs for 2–3 days.

    Avoid retinols, hydroquinone, exfoliating acids (glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acid), and other active or potentially irritating skincare products for at least 5–7 days, or until the skin is fully healed.

    Avoid additional laser, light-based, chemical, exfoliating, or resurfacing treatments in the treatment area(s) for at least 2 weeks.

    Keep the skin well hydrated and follow recommended post-treatment skincare to support healing and enhance results.

Facials

  • Pre-Care Instructions:

    Avoid using retinols, exfoliating acids (such as glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acid), benzoyl peroxide, and other active or potentially irritating skincare products for 2–3 days prior to your appointment.

    Avoid excessive sun exposure and wear SPF daily leading up to your treatment.

    Stay well hydrated to support optimal skin health and treatment results.

    Aftercare Instructions:

    Avoid touching, rubbing, or picking your skin.

    Avoid using retinols, exfoliating acids (such as glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acid), benzoyl peroxide, and other active or potentially irritating skincare products for 24–48 hours.

    Avoid exfoliating products for at least 72 hours.

    Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.

    Ice any extracted areas as needed.

    Keep skin well hydrated and drink plenty of water.

    Maintenance Recommendations:

    Double cleanse morning and night using a gentle cleanser.

    Wear a mineral-based SPF daily.

    Avoid oily hair products around the face.

    Wash pillowcases regularly (every 2–3 days).

    Maintain treatments every 4–6 weeks for optimal results.

  • Pre-Care Instructions:

    Avoid using retinols, exfoliating acids (such as glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acid), benzoyl peroxide, and other active or potentially irritating skincare products for 5–7 days prior, unless otherwise instructed by your provider.

    Avoid excessive sun exposure, tanning, and spray tans for at least 1–2 weeks prior.

    Do not undergo other laser, light-based, chemical, exfoliating, or resurfacing treatments in the treatment area(s) for at least 2 weeks prior.

    Some medications may increase photosensitivity, so please inform your provider of any new medications.

    Inform your provider if you have a history of cold sores.

    Aftercare Instructions:

    You may experience redness, tightness, and a mild burning sensation immediately after treatment.

    Peeling typically begins around days 2–3 and can last several days. Do not pick, peel, or pull at the skin. Allow it to shed naturally.

    Avoid direct and intentional sun exposure and wear a broad-spectrum, mineral-based SPF daily.

    Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours. Avoid heat, saunas, steam rooms, hot yoga, and hot tubs for 2–3 days.

    Avoid retinols, exfoliating acids (such as glycolic acid, retinol, tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, and similar actives until peeling is complete and skin is fully healed.

    Avoid exfoliating, facials, dermaplaning, and other treatments for at least 2 weeks.

    Keep skin well hydrated and follow your post-peel kit or recommended post-treatment skincare as directed.

Wellness & Weight Loss

  • Pre-Care Instructions:

    Eat a normal meal prior to your appointment and stay well hydrated.

    Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior and caffeine the morning of, especially if receiving injectable treatments.

    Some medications and supplements may interact with treatment, so please inform your provider of any new medications.

    Aftercare Instructions:

    Mild soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site may occur and typically resolves within a few hours to a few days.

    Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.

    Stay well hydrated and follow your recommended protocol.

    If prescribed at-home injections, follow all instructions provided.

  • Pre-Care Instructions:

    Eat a normal meal prior to your appointment and stay well hydrated.

    Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior and caffeine the morning of, especially if receiving injectable treatments.

    Some medications and supplements may interact with treatment, so please inform your provider of any new medications.

    Aftercare Instructions:

    Mild soreness, redness, or swelling at the injection site may occur and typically resolves within a few hours to a few days.

    Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.

    Stay well hydrated and follow your recommended protocol.

    If prescribed at-home injections, follow all instructions provided.