Before and after cosmetic procedures

These instructions apply to the following treatments:

• Botulinum toxin (Botox®)

• Hyaluronic acid fillers

• Skin boosters & biostimulators

• Medical Exfoliants

BEFORE TREATMENT (for all of the treatments listed above):

• If possible, avoid alcohol, nicotine, and blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids) for 3–5 days before treatment. It is recommended that you consult your primary care physician.
• Do not undergo any dental procedures, vaccinations, or other cosmetic treatments (e.g., laser, microneedling) for at least 2 weeks before your treatment.
• Please let us know about any known allergies, medications, or chronic conditions.
• Please come to your appointment without makeup.
• If you are prone to cold sores around the lips, please take a medically prescribed preventive medication (e.g., acyclovir) 1–2 days before your lip treatment.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding are absolute contraindications.

AFTER TREATMENT:

BOTULINUM TOXIN:

• No massage, no pressure, and no makeup in the treatment area for 6 hours.
• No exercise, sauna, tanning bed, or hot showers for 24 hours.
• Do not lie down or bend over for the first 4 hours after treatment.
• The effects begin to appear after 3–5 days, and the final results are visible after about 14 days.
• A follow-up appointment is recommended after 14 days.

HYALURONIC ACID FILLERS / SKIN BOOSTERS / BIOSTIMULATORS:

• Mild swelling, redness, or bruising are normal and usually subside after a few days.
• Gently cool the area with a clean cooling pad (avoid direct contact with ice).
• No makeup, exercise, sauna, or tanning bed for 48 hours.
• No facials, massages, or invasive treatments in the treatment area for 10–14 days.
• Drink plenty of water, especially after skin booster treatments.
• Biostimulators may require massage according to the instructions (e.g., Radiesse, Ellansé).

MEDICAL PEELS:

• No makeup for at least 24 hours.
• No exercise and no exposure to heat (sauna, hot showers) for 48 hours.
• Use a soothing skincare product (such as Cicaplast Baume B5+) and a very high sun protection factor (at least SPF 50+) every day.
• Avoid sun exposure for at least 2 weeks.
• Don't pick at flaky skin—let it peel off naturally.
• Do not use any other active products (retinol, acids) for 7–10 days.

Please feel free to contact us at any time if you have questions, concerns, or experience any unusual reactions.