Pre-treatment advice, limitations and warnings.
Please read carefully before undertaking any treatments with us.
You are unable to have a Collagenwave® treatment if you have any of the following:
If you experience any of the following symptoms you should contact us immediately to be advised of the correct procedure to follow to prevent scarring:
You may experience the following symptoms over the following 7 days. All symptoms are common and clear very quickly:
In the event of a burn, scab, sore or weeping please contact us immediately for advice and or creams to prevent scarring. In the mean time vou must adhere to the following instructions:
Complications are rare, and some of these side effects are only temporary. But as with any aesthetic procedure, there are risks. They include:
With any procedure nothing is ever 100% risk free. Although these risks are extremely rare, they can still happen.
If you experience ANY of the following, please do not hesitate to contact us as soon as possible so that any potential issues can be resolved:
You are unable to have a Profound or Profhilo treatment if you have any of the following:
You are unable to have a SkinPen Precision System treatment if you have any of the following:
Information about what to expect straight after your treatment.
You may find that chin, temple and cheek fillers are less likely to cause swelling. This is because the filler is placed deeper or above bone or cartilage, and the swelling is therefore somewhat hidden. You may still see a bit of swelling and bruising, but it shouldn’t be too pronounced.
Lip fillers, on the other hand, are much more likely to cause some level of swelling, because lip tissue is fairly delicate. Don’t be alarmed if your lips look slightly fuller than you expected directly after treatment. By day three, the swelling should be improved.
Common reactions following treatment:
Line Reducing Injectables longevity
Common reactions following treatment:
Reactions will typically result within hours and most clients are able to return to their normal activities the same or the next day. Some people may react differently, experiencing these reactions for longer, however, these reactions are temporary and typically resolve within 3-4 days as the skin returns to normal.
Microneedle and Mesotherapy procedures may cause areas of bruising although this would not normally be expected to occur, the eye contour to be in the area at most risk. Any such bruising will be temporary. If you are taking any medication or dietary supplements that can affect platelet function and the bleeding time, the severity and period of bruising can be extended. Also, the presence of petechiae (small red or purple spots beneath the skin) may be observed.
There is a small risk that hyper pigmentation of skin can occur after this procedure, although this is not normally expected as the epidermis of the skin is not removed during the procedure.
Common reactions following treatment:
Reactions will typically result within hours and most clients are able to return to their normal activities the same or the next day. Some people may react differently, experiencing these reactions for longer, however, these reactions are temporary and typically resolve within 3-4 days as the skin returns to normal.
Superficial chemical peels belong to the group known as AHAs
or alpha hydroxy acids. These chemicals are mostly plant-based
and work by exfoliating the dead skin cells at the surface,
making it easier for cosmeceutical products to penetrate deeper
and be more effective. Removing the dead skin also contributes
to the rejuvenation process.
Different peels can be used to treat
a range of skin conditions, for example kojic acid helps to
reduce pigmentation and even skin tones, salicylic acid treats
acne and dermatitis, whereas mandelic acid helps sensitive and
photo-aged skin. By analysing a client’s skin classification, your
practitioner can recommend a combination of the most
appropriate peels to treat the condition. Enzyme peels,
extracted from pineapples and papaya, digest the dead skin cells
at the surface, stimulating cell renewal and rejuvenation.
Medium peels such as glycolic acid and s penetrate further into
the skin and are effective for removing damaged skin cells.
Downtime for medium peels is slightly longer.
Information about what to do and not do after your treatment.
For 24 hours after your treatment, your brows are still settling into their new shape. That’s why we ask you to try and avoid anything that might disturb the process.
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Correct homecare will reduce the risk of any problems post treatment. A continual long term skincare routine will support and boost the results of your treatment.
We recommend the use of the following products to support your Collagenwave® treatments. Speak to us if you would like to purchase products specially designed to work with Collagenwave®
Moisturising cream
A moisturising cream that is recommended for all skin types. Containing zinc to heal and rejuvenate the skin, vitamin E to smooth and nourish and co-enzyme Q10 to protect against free radical damage.
Antioxidant Solution
A serum recommended for acne, dehydrated, sensitive and environmentally damaged skin conditions. it is designed to resurface, strengthen and protect the skin from external factors.
Vearga Vitamin Argan Oil
This vitamin enriched serum is perfect for clients with skin aging concerns.
Contains vitamin A to thicken and stimulate healthy skin, improve the appearance of fine & deeper lines and even out skin tone.
Arnica Pure Argan Oil
Argan oil is rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids that absorb easily to moisturise and nourish. Contains arnica to help sooth and calm red sensitised skin. Great for lacklustre dull skin.
The following aftercare advice is essential to help reduce the risk of treatment complications, to improve your comfort, and to help achieve the best possible results from treatment.
• You can resume your normal daily activities after fat dissolving treatment.
• Immediately after treatment with fat dissolving you may notice some redness, swelling, tenderness and a painful sensation in the treated area, as well as numbness from the local anesthetic. These symptoms generally improve significantly over the next few days.
• The swelling occasionally may last for up to 2 weeks, if symptoms persist or other reactions occur, please get in touch with your practitioner.
• Drink plenty of fluids after treatment, you should aim for at least 2 litres daily.
• If the area is tender, you can use simple over-the-counter pain killers such as paracetamol.
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours and any creams or skin oils, this will reduce the risk of infection at the injection sites.
• A cold compress may help with swelling and inflammation.
• Eating a healthy diet and taking regular physical exercise will help to improve fat loss and limit new fat gain.
• Try to reduce alcohol and caffeine consumption to help prevent dehydration.
• Avoid sunbeds, swimming, UV light, and saunas until the initial skin redness and swelling have settled.
• Avoid any extremes of temperature for the first week following treatment.
• 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, 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.
What are the dos and don’ts after filler injection?
Avoid itching, or picking around the injection site. Avoid applying intense heat to the treated area, that includes hot tubs, saunas, sunbathing, or tanning. Don’t drink alcohol on the day of treatment, and try to avoid it for 2 days after. Avoid exercising for 2 days or until the swelling subsides.
better after a few days?
The filler can take several weeks to soften and settle into your skin. This means that patients won’t see the ultimate results of their treatment immediately. Although individual results will vary, many people achieve the full effect within two weeks after receiving their injections.
How many days does it take for fillers to settle?
With dermal filler injections, you are looking at waiting 14 days at most for the filler to settle.
How long are you swollen after fillers?
Swelling will reach its peak at around 24-72 hours after treatment, at which point, it will begin to gradually subside. Occasionally, swelling can last for 1-4 weeks, but this isn’t as common. Most people do see an improvement within 3 days.
How long does it take for fillers to not feel lumpy?
One to two weeks.
Give it time
Generally, any lumps or bumps that appear after fillers will disappear on their own within one to two weeks. Give the treatment a couple of weeks to improve, applying ice regularly.
For 24 hours after your Elleebana treatment, the lashes are still settling into their new shape. That’s why we ask you to try and avoid anything that might disturb this process.
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The following aftercare advice is essential to help reduce the risk of treatment complications, to improve your comfort/healing and too help achieve the best possible results form treatment.
After treatment, the skin may be red, swollen and sometimes bruised at the injection sites. These after-effects will resolve naturally, usually within a few days however it may take up to 2 weeks for more extensive bruising too resolve. Occasionally you may experience a headache after treatment which may last 1-2 days. Usually this is controlled by taking over the counter pain-killers such as paracetamol.
Please follow the aftercare advice:
It is essential that you have read all of the information available.
Please do let us know if you have any questions or if you do not understand any of the aftercare instructions provided above.
DAYS 1 TO 3
We recommend that the area is kept as dry as possible to avoid over-wetting the carbon crusts which protect the treated area from infection. To ease any discomfort vour therapist will provide you with a post procedure healing balm such as colloidal silver or Cebelia Baume L.C.E. that can be applied as often as required. Avoid ibuprofen, aspirin, and antihistamine, as these will interfere with the inflammatory response, which is essential for collagen production. Paracetamol is recommended if you need pain relief.
DAYS 4 TO 7
From day 4 you will notice the treated area becoming dry, and carbon crusts will begin to exfoliate naturally. It is safe to wet the area, however, pat the skin dry to avoid removing the crusts before they are ready. Picking and scratching the crusts at this stage may result in pitting/ scarring the skin. Alleviate any symptoms of itching using your Cebelia Baume L.C.E Makeup can now be worn safely.
WEEK 2 TO WEEK 12
To support the ongoing healing process, we strongly recommend that you maintain a regime of Vitamin C supplementation orally and topically. Using an SPF50 will reduce the risk of hyperpigmentation during the skin maturation and remodelling, this should become your daily anti-aging and hydration routine.
You are advised to avoid alcohol and vigorous exercise for 48 hours. Avoid sun bathing, and extremes of heat or cold for 14 days post treatment. Any bruising may take a few days to appear, arnica can be helpful in clearing bruising. It is advisable to avoid aspirin and alcohol for 12-48 hours after treatment.
After treatment you may experience some slight redness, swelling, or tenderness in the treated area – this is temporary and will disappear in a few days. Avoid touching the area for 6 hours after the treatment, after this time the area can be washed with a gentle cleanser and sterile makeup can be applied.
Avoid caffeine for 24 hours after treatment. Avoid any excess sun exposure, extremes of hot/cold, saunas, swimming or strenuous exercise until the redness and swelling has settled.
Please read this aftercare information fully before your treatment so you know what to expect. This information is applicable for the FIRST 10 days after your treatment.
Post treatment skin will be reddened, ‘puffy’ & you may be a little tender. Your skin may feel tight & the also ‘flake’ in the first few days. Don’t pick any flaking skin, leave it to shed naturally.
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The PDO threads will remain underneath your skin for between 6 and 12 months. They’re completely safe and biodegradable, which means they naturally break down over time.
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