To ensure optimal results and that the treatment may be performed on the date it is booked, we strongly encourage you to carefully read through the related care instructions below. Please advise us of any contraindications as soon as possible, so that we may adjust your appointment accordingly.
Treatment Menu
Botox or Dysport Treatment
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: pregnancy and breastfeeding.
What to expect:
You may experience red, raised blebs for 15-20 minutes after treatment, these will resolve spontaneously.
Results will start to become apparent 3-4 days after treatment; full results will take a 14 days
Touch ups may be done at 14 days post treatment, no sooner
The effects of Botox/Dysport will slowly start to wear off over a period of 3-4 months, at which point you may be retreated
Do’s and Don’ts:
Do not rub or massage injection sites for 3 hours post treatment
Do not apply makeup to injection site for remainder of the day
Keep your head upright in a neutral position for 3 hours post treatment
Avoid strenuous activity, exercise, and hot tubs/saunas for 24 hours post treatment
Dermal Filler Treatment
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: pregnancy and breastfeeding, use of antibiotics within the last two weeks, vaccinations within the last two weeks, illness within the last 5-7 days, or taking a flight within the next 24 hours.
What to expect:
Anticipate that you will have bruising and swelling for up to 10 days after treatment
Small lumps/bumps may be present for up to 14 days post treatment
Do’s and Don’ts:
Do not rub, massage or apply direct firm pressure to the treated area
Avoid consumption of alcohol, Advil, or Aspirin for 24 hours; Tylenol may be taken as needed for discomfort/tenderness
Avoid strenuous activity, exercise, and hot tubs/saunas for 24 hours post treatment
Hydration for the first 3-5 days after treatment is crucial to continued smoothing and plumping of the treated area
Ice may be applied in 5 minute intervals as needed for swelling
Avoid firm, direct pressure on treated area
When to contact your practitioner:
If you develop a white hue on or around the treatment area that does not return to baseline skin tone when pressed firmly for 3 seconds
If you develop grey/dusky bruising on or around the treatment area
If you develop bruising that extends beyond the treatment area in a lacey pattern
If you feel a firm lump in the treatment area
If you experience profound throbbing pain in the area that was treated
If you experience asymmetrical swelling
Microneedling
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: pregnancy and breastfeeding, allergy to nickel, active acne, open sores or lesions on the skin or mouth.
What to expect:
You may experience redness, burning, itching and potentially pinpoint bleeding immediately after treatment to any or all of the treated areas; these symptoms will be apparent for the remainder of the day after treatment
You may experience residual redness for up to 72 hours post treatment
Subsequent treatments may be necessary to achieve desired results
Do’s and Don’ts:
If you experience burning/tingling sensation pat skin with a cool damp face cloth or use a cold roller & apply recovery balm as needed
Avoid sun exposure for 24 hours post treatment
Cleanse the skin with a gentle cleanser and apply sunscreen in the morning; continue with this routine for 2-3 days or until skin is feeling less sensitive and then resume normal skincare routine
Do not apply cosmetics until the day after treatment
Sclerotherapy Spider Vein Treatment
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: pregnancy and breastfeeding, diagnosis of diabetes, circulatory conditions, rheumatoid arthritis and/or cardiac disease, history of a deep vein thrombosis, any condition causing immobility, and large, palpable varicose veins.
What to expect:
You will have multiple cotton pads taped to the injection sites that need to remain in place for four hours
Your legs may feel tender and/or swollen or itchy for a few hours post treatment
Bruising, hard lumps, and hyperpigmentation may be present for several days and up to two weeks
Multiple treatments are typically required for best results, no sooner than two weeks apart
Do’s and Dont’s:
Bring compression stockings to appointment and don immediately after treatment
Bring shorts to your appointment to allow for access to the treatment area
Remove cotton pads after four hours
A brisk 20-minute walk once daily is recommended after treatment
Avoid high impact activities for 72 hours
Avoid hot baths & sauna for 72 hours
Laser & IPL Treatments
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: pregnancy and breastfeeding, tattoos on the area to be treated, darker skin tones above Fitzpatrick 4, melasma, metal surgical implants.
What to expect:
You may experience redness, tingling and puffiness immediately after treatment lasting for up tp 24 hours
You may notice black flecks on the skin after treatment for several days
You will begin to reap the benefits of treatment in a few days to a few weeks
Subsequent treatments may be necessary to achieve desired results
If you are feeling warm and tingly upon returning home cool the skin with cool damp cloths, ice packs or cold roller
Do’s and Don’ts:
Avoid sun exposure for 24 hours
Do not pick/exfoliate black flecks off, as this increases the risk of scarring
Use SPF daily in the am
Avoid active ingredients in skincare for 72 hours
Laser Hair Removal
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: pregnancy and breastfeeding, tattoos on the area to be treated, darker skin tones above Fitzpatrick 4, melasma, metal surgical implants.
What to expect:
You may experience redness, tingling and puffiness immediately after treatment lasting for up tp 24 hours
You will begin to reap the benefits of treatment in 10-14 days
Subsequent treatments may be necessary to achieve desired results
If you are feeling warm and tingly upon returning home cool the skin with cool damp cloths, ice packs or cold roller
Do’s and Don’ts:
Avoid sun exposure for 24 hours
Use SPF daily in the am
Avoid active ingredients in skincare for 72 hours
Plexr Skin Resurfacing
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: pregnancy and breastfeeding, implanted pacemaker or defibrillator.
What to expect:
Approximately 7-10 days of downtime is expected
Significant swelling expected during the first 24 - 48 hours (if both upper and lower eyelids are treated, this can result in the eyes swelling completely shut in some cases)
Residual swelling may be present for 4-6 weeks post treatment
Redness may persist for 4-6 weeks post treatment
Results will be most apparent 2-3 months post treatment
A subsequent treatment may be required to achieve optimal results
Do’s and Don’ts:
Routine use of ibuprofen (600 mg every 4-6 hours) and benadryl (50 mg every 4-6 hours) can help to decrease the amount of swelling and help with itchy sensations
Sleeping with head elevated can also help to decrease the amount of swelling
Cold compress (ice wrapped in a dry cloth, cold roller, or frozen spoons) can be applied in 5 minute intervals if desired
For the first 24 hours do not get the treated area wet
After the first 24 hours when washing the face gently splash water on the face, keeping the eyes as dry as possible, use a gentle, scent-free cleanser and pat dry with damp paper towels
Regard concealer/ointment is to be applied every morning and every night until the carbon crusts fall off
DO NOT PICK OFF CARBON CRUSTS. This greatly increases the risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (scarring).
Once the carbon crusts come off apply Extreme Care Lotion and SPF daily for 30 days
Hydrafacials
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: allergies to shellfish, aspirin, or methylisothiazolinone
What to expect:
You may experience redness, and flaking following your HydraFacial treatment, which is a completely normal reaction
Do’s and Don’ts:
Discontinue use of active ingredients such as retiniods and high levels of AHA and BHA products for approximately 3-5 days prior to treatment. While not a contraindication, the skin may feel more sensitive during the treatment.
Avoid exfoliating 3-5 days following your HydraFacial treatment
Facials & Dermaplaning
Contraindications for dermaplaning include, but are not limited to: allergy to nickel, excessively dry, active breakouts, or loose skin on the face. There are no associated contraindications for facials, though we ask that you inform your aesthetician of pregnancy, breastfeeding, medications, skin conditions, and any allergies.
What to expect:
You may feel more sensitive to skin care products in the days following your facial or dermaplaning treatment
Do’s and Don’ts:
Pause use of any retinoids 3-5 days before your treatment if you are experiencing heavy flaking
Avoid exfoliating for 3-5 days following facial treatments
For dermaplaning, it is best to avoid direct sun exposure and excessive heat for 3 days following the treatment
Chemical Peels
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: pregnancy or breastfeeding, cold sores within the last 7 days, use of Roaccutane in the last 6 months, undiagnosed skin lesions, use of tanning beds, recent tan or sunburn in the last 4 weeks.
What to expect:
Tightness, redness, itchiness, sensitivity, and slight swelling are normal, expected outcomes for 2-24 hours following a peel
Some peels may cause temporary dryness, skin peeling, or flaking for 3-5 days
The treated area may or may not actually peel as each treatment is individual; it may take 2 or more treatments to target the deeper layers of skin to loosen and “peel”, and the degree of peeling does not necessarily reflect the efficacy of the procedure
Do’s and Don’ts:
For the best results, use AlumierMD home care products for 14 days prior to a peel
Avoid the use of all retinoid products and high levels of AHA and BHA products for approximately 7 days prior to treatment. Consult your physician before temporarily discontinuing the use of any prescription medications
Laser/IPL/radio frequency/chemical peel should be avoided for 4 weeks prior to treatment
Filler injections should be avoided for 2 weeks prior to treatment
Botox/microdermabrasion/enzymatic peeling/waxing/threading should be avoided for 7 days prior to treatment
The area to be treated should not be shaved 24 hours prior to treatment
Refrain from removing peeling skin by any means including picking, peeling and exfoliating as it could result in hyperpigmentation or scarring
Avoid getting the skin wet for a minimum of 8 hrs after a peel
Avoid make-up / fake tan / direct sun exposure, ice or ice water on the treated area and excessive heat for the rest of the day
Avoid hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, excessively hot showers, swimming and aerobic exercise for 2 days
Avoid AHA and BHA skincare for 3-5 days
Avoid electrolysis, waxing, threading or any other form of hair removal for 7 days
Avoid tanning booths, facial scrubs or mechanical forms of exfoliation, retinoic acid, laser hair removal, photofacials, chemical peels or microdermabrasion for 14 days
In case of emergency such as allergic reaction, please contact your physician and proceed to the nearest emergency room.
Waxing
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: use of retinoids within the last 5 days, use of Roaccutane in the last 12 months, or recent sunburn.
What to expect:
Waxing may cause skin sensitivity in the treated area in the days following treatment
Do’s and Don’ts:
Hair should be no longer than the length of a grain of rice in order to be waxed; longer hair may result in us not being able to perform the service
Hair removal oils, masques, and exfoliation treatments may help to treat ingrown hairs or dark spots from forming in the treated area; ask your aesthetician for take-home product recommendations if these are common side-effects of waxing for you
Avoid saunas, hot tubs, or swimming pools for 24 hours following treatment
Brow & Lash Treatments
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: allergies to dye or perm solutions, or eye conditions.
What to expect:
A mild tingling sensation may be felt during the treatment itself
Do’s and Don’ts:
Avoid moisture and makeup in the treated area for 24 hours
Do not touch or rub the treated area for 24 hours
Teeth Whitening
Contraindications include, but are not limited to: active cold sores or lesions around the mouth, recent mouth surgery, gum or mouth conditions.
What to expect:
Mild sensitivity in the teeth or gums may occur over the next 24-48 hours
Whitening will only occur on the surface of natural teeth
Do’s and Don’ts:
Avoid any food or drinks that would lead to staining, such as coffee, tea, blueberries, tomato sauce etc. for a minimum of 24 hours
Avoid any carbonated drinks for 24 hours