Aftercare

• Avoid alcohol 24 hours before and after treatment. Alcohol thins the blood which can increase risk of bruising. 

• After treatment the skin may be slightly raised at the injection sites. This is very normal and usually goes within a few hours when the product has settled. Bruising may also occur at the injection sites but will resolve naturally, usually within a few days. However it may take up to 2 weeks for more extensive bruising to resolve. 

• Occasionally you may experience a headache after treatment which may last 1-2 days. This can be controlled by taking simple over the counter pain killers such as paracetamol.

• Remain upright for 4 hours and do not lie flat or face down after treatment, this can help to reduce product migration.

• Avoid rubbing or picking the treated area for at least 24 hours, doing so may affect treatment results. Ensure hands are clean if you need to touch the face.

• Sanitise any objects that touch the face e.g mobile phones, sunglasses, reading glasses and jewellery for the first 24 hours post treatment. Change old pillow cases to clean ones to ensure the skin is free from any bacteria and irritants.

• Avoid any makeup for 24 hours after treatment as this can increase the risk of infection.

• Use a mild cleanser with tepid water to clean your face and gently pat dry the treated area for the first 24 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any perfumes, fake tan or other harsh chemicals on the face and neck for 24 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any skin exfoliation on the face for 24 hours following treatment.

• Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, sunbeds and exposure to heat for 24 hours after treatments. These can cause sweating which can disperse the product and affect results.

• Avoid swimming for 24 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any products that contain alpha hydroxy acids, retinol, and glycolic acid for at least 24 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any hair removal treatments on the face such as waxing for 24 hours after treatment. 

• Avoid any further cosmetic treatments e.g. microneedling and other skin treatments for 2 weeks following treatment, or ask your practitioner for advice.

• You must seek medical attention and contact your practitioner if you experience any signs or symptoms of infection after treatment. Infection can present as hot, red shiny skin, there may be pus formation and you may have a fever or feel generally unwell.

• You must seek emergency medical attention if you experience any severe allergy symptoms after treatment. Symptoms may include rash, facial swelling and breathing difficulties.

• Contact your practitioner as soon as possible if you notice any other unwanted side effects.

• Allow 2 weeks before assessing results of treatment. If after 2 weeks there is any persistent unevenness, or the product has not fully taken, contact your practitioner for a review.

• You may experience some mild tenderness, redness and swelling around the injection site. These effects will usually resolve within 48 hours but may last longer in some cases.

• You may experience some bruising around the injection site, this will resolve naturally but may take 1-2 weeks to fully resolve.

• If you experience any discomfort afterwards you can take a simple over the counter painkiller such as paracetamol.

• Avoid any strenuous activities that use the treated muscles.

• You must seek medical attention and contact your practitioner if you develop any signs or symptoms of skin infection around the injection site. Infection can present as hot, red shiny skin, there may be pus formation and you may have a fever or feel generally unwell.

• You must contact your practitioner as soon as possible if you experience any other unwanted side effects after having the injection.

• Seek medical attention if you feel unwell or experience any significant side effects following the injection.

• Seek emergency medical attention in the rare event that you experience any severe allergy signs or features of anaphylaxis after the injection. These may include rash, facial swelling and breathing difficulties.

• Please ensure hair is washed on the same day of your appointment prior to arrival. It is recommended to wait at least 24-48 hours after treatment to wash the hair again.

• The treated area of skin may feel slightly tender and appear red and swollen after treatment. The skin may also feel slightly tight and dry. These effects will resolve naturally and should be much improved after 48 hours but may take longer to settle.

• In the following days you may occasionally experience skin peeling and the appearance may be similar to mild sunburn/dandruff. This is very normal and indicates good skin cell turnover. A gentle moisturiser can be used 24 hours post treatment.

• Avoid rubbing or picking the treated area. Ensure hands are clean before touching the scalp.

• Sanitise any objects that touch the scalp e.g. hairbrushes, combs, sunglasses, reading glasses for at least 24 hours post treatment. 

• Avoid wearing headgear for the first 24 hours post treatment. Change old pillow cases to clean ones to ensure the skin is free from any bacteria and irritants.

• After 24-48 hours you may use a mild, fragrance-free, sulfate-free shampoo with tepid water to clean your hair and gently pat dry the treated area.

• Avoid any excess alcohol or caffeine for 48 hours after treatment as this causes dehydration and can worsen tight and dry skin.

• Do not use any harsh chemicals or hair styling products e.g. hair gel, hair spray, hair wax for at least 48 hours after treatment. These can clog pores and slow down the healing process, preventing the scalp from fully recovering.

• Avoid using hair styling tools e.g. hair dryers, hair straighteners, curling tongs for 48 hours after treatment. Be gentle when brushing/combing the hair and avoid tugging/pulling at it.

• Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, sunbeds and exposure to heat for 72 hours after treatments. These can cause sweating which can irritate the delicate skin and slow down your ability to heal quickly.

• Avoid swimming for 72 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any products on the scalp that contain alpha hydroxy acids, retinol, and glycolic acid for at least 7 days after treatment.

• Avoid any chemical treatments e.g. hair colouring, perming, chemical straightening for at least 7 days after treatment. These can slow recovery and damage the newly forming hair.

• Protect the scalp from sun exposure for at least 2 weeks following treatment as the skin will be more sensitive to sunlight. 

• You must seek medical attention and contact your practitioner if you experience any signs or symptoms of infection after treatment. Infection can present as hot, red shiny skin, there may be pus formation and you may have a fever or feel generally unwell.

• You must contact your practitioner as soon as possible if you notice any other unwanted side effects.

• Your practitioner will advise when further treatment appointments are required. If you are advised to attend a follow up appointment, please do make every effort to attend them. You should do this even if you believe that the recovery process is going well and you cannot see that there are any visible complications.

• The treated area of skin may feel slightly tender and appear red and swollen after treatment. The skin may also feel slightly tight and dry. These effects will resolve naturally and should be much improved after 48 hours but may take longer to settle. You will receive a complimentary Cliniccare Hyaluronic Acid serum to apply to the face morning and night to keep the skin hydrated. 

• In the following days you may occasionally experience skin peeling and the appearance may be similar to mild sunburn. This is very normal and indicates good skin cell turnover.

• It is important to use a regular moisturising cream around two to three times a day on the treated area. Use more regularly if you feel the skin dry or peeling.

• Avoid rubbing or picking the treated area. Ensure hands are clean before touching the face.

• Sanitise any objects that touch the face e.g mobile phones, sunglasses, reading glasses and jewellery for the first 24 hours post treatment. Change old pillow cases to clean ones to ensure the skin is free from any bacteria and irritants.

• Avoid any makeup for 24 hours after treatment as this can increase the risk of infection.

• Avoid any excess alcohol or caffeine for 48 hours after treatment as this causes dehydration and can worsen tight and dry skin.

• Use a mild cleanser with tepid water to clean your face and gently pat dry the treated area for the first 72 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any perfumes, fake tan or other harsh chemicals on the face and neck for 72 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any skin exfoliation on the face for 72 hours following treatment.

• Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, sunbeds and exposure to heat for 72 hours after treatments. These can cause sweating which can irritate the delicate skin and slow down your ability to heal quickly.

• Avoid swimming for 72 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any products that contain alpha hydroxy acids, retinol, and glycolic acid for at least 7 days after treatment.

• Wear SPF 30 or greater sun cream for at least 2 weeks following treatment as your skin will be more sensitive to sunlight afterwards. You will receive a complimentary Cliniccare SPF 30 to apply before any sun exposure.

• Avoid any further cosmetic treatments e.g. Botox or dermal filler for 2 weeks following treatment, or ask your practitioner for advice.

• Avoid any hair removal treatments on the face such as waxing for 2 weeks after treatment or until the initial redness and swelling has resolved.

• You must seek medical attention and contact your practitioner if you experience any signs or symptoms of infection after treatment. Infection can present as hot, red shiny skin, there may be pus formation and you may have a fever or feel generally unwell.

• You must contact your practitioner as soon as possible if you notice any other unwanted side effects.

• Your practitioner will advise when further treatment appointments are required. If you are advised to attend a follow up appointment, please do make every effort to attend them. You should do this even if you believe that the recovery process is going well and you cannot see that there are any visible complications.

• The treated area of skin may feel slightly tight and dry post treatment. These effects will resolve naturally and should be much improved after 48 hours but may take longer to settle. You will receive a complimentary Cliniccare Hyaluronic Acid serum to apply to the face morning and night to keep the skin hydrated.

• It is important to use a regular moisturising cream around two to three times a day on the treated area. Use more regularly if you feel the skin dry or peeling.

• Avoid rubbing or picking the treated area. Ensure hands are clean before touching the face.

• Sanitise any objects that touch the face e.g mobile phones, sunglasses, reading glasses and jewellery for the first 24 hours post treatment. Change old pillow cases to clean ones to ensure the skin is free from any bacteria and irritants.

• Avoid any makeup for 24 hours after treatment as this can increase the risk of infection.

• Avoid any excess alcohol or caffeine for 48 hours after treatment as this causes dehydration and can worsen tight and dry skin.

• Use a mild cleanser with tepid water to clean your face and gently pat dry the treated area for the first 72 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any perfumes, fake tan or other harsh chemicals on the face and neck for 72 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any skin exfoliation on the face for 72 hours following treatment.

• Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, sunbeds and exposure to heat for 72 hours after treatments. These can cause sweating which can irritate the delicate skin and slow down your ability to heal quickly.

• Avoid swimming for 72 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any products that contain alpha hydroxy acids, retinol, and glycolic acid for at least 7 days after treatment.

• Wear SPF 30 or greater sun cream for at least 2 weeks following treatment as your skin will be more sensitive to sunlight afterwards. You will receive a complimentary Cliniccare SPF 30 to apply before any sun exposure.

• Avoid any further cosmetic treatments e.g. Botox or dermal filler for 2 weeks following treatment, or ask your practitioner for advice.

• Avoid any hair removal treatments on the face such as waxing for 2 weeks after treatment or until the initial redness and swelling has resolved.

• You must seek medical attention and contact your practitioner if you experience any signs or symptoms of infection after treatment. Infection can present as hot, red shiny skin, there may be pus formation and you may have a fever or feel generally unwell.

• You must contact your practitioner as soon as possible if you notice any other unwanted side effects.

• Your practitioner will advise when further treatment appointments are required. If you are advised to attend a follow up appointment, please do make every effort to attend them. You should do this even if you believe that the recovery process is going well and you cannot see that there are any visible complications.

• Avoid alcohol 24 hours before and after treatment. Alcohol thins the blood which can increase risk of bruising. 

• After treatment the skin may be slightly raised at the injection sites. This is very normal and usually goes within a few hours when the product has settled. Bruising may also occur at the injection sites but will resolve naturally, usually within a few days. However it may take up to 2 weeks for more extensive bruising to resolve. 

• Avoid rubbing or picking the treated area for at least 24 hours, doing so may affect treatment results. Ensure hands are clean if you need to touch the face.

• Sanitise any objects that touch the face e.g mobile phones, sunglasses, reading glasses and jewellery for the first 24 hours post treatment. Change old pillow cases to clean ones to ensure the skin is free from any bacteria and irritants.

• Avoid any makeup for 24 hours after treatment as this can increase the risk of infection.

• Use a mild cleanser with tepid water to clean your face and gently pat dry the treated area for the first 24 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any perfumes, fake tan or other harsh chemicals on the face and neck for 24 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any skin exfoliation on the face for 24 hours following treatment.

• Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, sunbeds and exposure to heat for 24 hours after treatments. These can cause sweating which can disperse the product and affect results.

• Avoid swimming for 24 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any products that contain alpha hydroxy acids, retinol, and glycolic acid for at least 24 hours after treatment.

• Avoid any hair removal treatments on the face such as waxing for 24 hours after treatment. 

• Avoid any further cosmetic treatments e.g. microneedling and other skin treatments for 2 weeks following treatment, or ask your practitioner for advice.

• You must seek medical attention and contact your practitioner if you experience any signs or symptoms of infection after treatment. Infection can present as hot, red shiny skin, there may be pus formation and you may have a fever or feel generally unwell.

• You must seek emergency medical attention if you experience any severe allergy symptoms after treatment. Symptoms may include rash, facial swelling and breathing difficulties.

• Contact your practitioner as soon as possible if you notice any other unwanted side effects.

1. Injection Site Care

• Keep the area clean and dry: This helps prevent infection and aids the healing process. Usually, you can clean the area with a mild soap, but always follow your healthcare provider's specific instructions.

• Avoid touching or scratching the injection sites: Your hands carry bacteria, and touching the treated areas could lead to an infection.

2. Physical Activity

• Limit strenuous physical activities for 24-48 hours after treatment: Intense physical activity can increase blood flow to the treated area, which may exacerbate swelling or bruising.

3. Skincare

• Avoid direct sun exposure for 48 hours: Your skin will be sensitive post-treatment, and direct sun exposure can lead to pigmentation issues or worsen any existing irritation.

• Use SPF when going outdoors: After the initial 48-hour period, it's crucial to use sunscreen to protect the treated area from the sun's harmful UV rays.

4. Heat Exposure

• Avoid saunas, hot showers, and hot tubs for at least 48 hours: Heat can increase swelling and exacerbate any existing irritation in the treated areas.

5. Hydration

• Drink plenty of water: Adequate hydration can aid in flushing out the toxins from the body, possibly enhancing the treatment's effectiveness.

6. Side Effects Monitoring

• Monitor for any side effects: Pay attention to any changes in the treated areas and surrounding skin. Note any redness, swelling, or bruising.

• In case of severe or prolonged side effects, contact your healthcare provider immediately: Some side effects may require medical attention, and it's crucial to contact your healthcare provider if you experience severe or long-lasting symptoms.

7. Lifestyle and Dietary Recommendations

• Maintain a balanced diet and regular exercise routine: Proper diet and exercise can help prolong the effects of the treatment and reduce the appearance of cellulite.

8. Next Appointment

• Your healthcare provider may recommend follow-up appointments to assess the effectiveness of the treatment and decide if additional sessions are needed.