pre and post treatment care
injectables
before you see us
- avoid alcohol for 24 hours
- avoid blood thinning meds for 48 hours if medically appropriate - contact emma if any qu's
- do not attend if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
- arrive make up free
after you see us
- avoid touching the area / applying pressure for 24 hours
- avoid alcohol for 24 hours
- expect mild bruising or redness - this is normal
- results can take up to 14 days to see the full effect depending on your treatment
- follow in person aftercare given to you in clinic
chemical peels
before you see us
- avoid retinol, exfoliating acids for 3-5 days
- avoid self tan, tanning beds or extreme sun exposure for 5 days
- inform us of any medical changes, regular meds, or skin changes
- no waxing, threading or hair removal creams for 5 days
after you see us
- expect some light flaking, tightness, some inflammation in darker skin types 48 hours after
- keep skin hydrated with daily moisturiser
- do not pick the skin
- avoid retinol and actives (acids) for 5-7 days
- wear SPF daily - ideally SPF 50
- avoid saunas and heat for 48 hours
- avoid make up if possible for 12-24 hours
- a course of peels is recommended for best results
- follow in person aftercare given to you in clinic
medi facials
before you see us
- avoid actives (acids) and retinol for 2-3 days
- avoid extreme sun exposure and tanning beds
- stay well hydrated
after you see us
- avoid make up for 12-24 hours if possible
- continue with gentle skincare and SPF 50 daily
- avoid heat and saunas for 24 hours
- stay hydrated
- follow in person aftercare given to you in clinic
microneedling
before you see us
- avoid actives (acids) and retinol for 2-3 days
- avoid extreme sun exposure and tanning beds for 7 days
- inform us of any breakouts to your skin
- avoid alcohol for 24 hours
- stay well hydrated
after you see us
- expect some redness for 24-48 hours
- skin may feel tight, slightly warm and sensitive
- skin will appear brighter as days go on
- collagen production continues over weeks
- avoid make up for 12-24 hours
- avoid actives and retinol for 5 days
- continue with gentle skincare and SPF 50 daily
- avoid heat and saunas for 24 hours
- stay hydrated
- follow in person aftercare given to you in clinic
cryotherapy
before you see us
- ensure area is clean and free from make up or moisturisers
- inform us of any skin conditions or sensitivity
- avoid extreme heat exposure, sun burn or tanning beds
after you see us
- a blister may form - this is normal and part of the healing process
- it is also normal if you do not develop a blister - each person is different
- keep the area clean and dry
- healing can take up to 14 days
- you may require a second freezing session depending on the size of the lesion
- follow in person aftercare given to you in clinic
- contact us immediately if you have increased redness that is not settling, pain, discharge, swelling or any other signs of infection
mole mapping
before you see us
- remove nail polish of hands / feet are being assessed
- avoid fake tan or heavy make up on the skin
- make a note of any moles, lesions or spots you're concerned about and discuss with emma at your appointment
after you see us
- no downtime - you can resume normal activities immediately
- follow any in person advice given in clinic
- make sure we have the correct email address for you as your results will be emailed to you
- results take up to 48 hours - straight to your inbox