Pre- and Post-Treatment InstructionsXthetics Face & Body Sculpt

As soon as possible:

• Please inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Notify us if you have cold sores or are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment.

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup.
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic.

Four weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid any vaccines.

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

As soon as possible:

• Please inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Notify us if you have cold sores or are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment.

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup.
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic.

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

PRETREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

1. Avoid sun exposure 4-6 weeks before and after treatment until your healthcare provider allows it. Epidermal melanocytes compete with melanin in the hair.
2. Your provider may ask you to stop any topical medications or skin care products 3-5 days prior to treatment.
3. Avoid bleaching, plucking or waxing hair for 6 weeks prior to treatment. The melanin-containing hair must be present in the follicle as it is the "target"for the laser light.
4. If you have had a history of perioral or genital herpes simplex virus, your provider may recommend a prophylactic antiviral therapy. Follow the directions for your particular antiviral medication.
5. If you have a tan or have a darker Fitzpatrick Skin Type, a bleaching regimen may be started at least 2 weeks before treatment.
6. RECENTLY TANNED SKIN CANNOT BE TREATED! If treated within 2 weeks of active (natural sunlight or tanning booth) tanning, you may develop hypopigmentation (white spots) after treatment and this may not clear for 2-3 months or more.
7. The use of self-tanning skin products must be discontinued one week before treatment. Any residual self-tanner should be removed prior to treatment.

As soon as possible:

• Please inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Notify us if you have cold sores or are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.

If you have had dermal fillers in the treatment area, you must wait at least six months for Sculptra.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment.

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup (if the treatment area is the face) or body lotions on the treatment area.
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic.

Four weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid any vaccines.

FOR FACIAL SCULPTRA

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

As soon as possible:

• Please inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Notify us if you have cold sores or are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.

If you have had dermal fillers, you must wait at least two months for Deoxycholic Acid.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment.

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup (if the treatment area is the face) or body lotions on the treatment area.
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic.

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

As soon as possible:

• Please inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Notify us if you are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.

On the day of your appointment:

• Come with clean hair and scalp
• Avoid leave-in hair products and hair gel prior to coming to your appointment.
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic.

1. Avoid sun exposure 4-6 weeks before and after treatment until your physician allows it.
2. Your provider may ask you to stop any topical medications or skin care products 3-5 days prior to treatment.
3. If you have had a history of perioral herpes simplex virus, your provider may recommend prophylactic antiviral therapy when treating that area. Follow the directions for your particular medication.
4. If you are tanned or have a darker Fitzpatrick Skin Type, a bleaching regimen may be started at least two weeks before treatment.
5. RECENTLY TANNED SKIN CANNOT BE TREATED! If treated within 2 weeks of active (natural sunlight or tanning booth) tanning, you may develop hypopigmentation (white spots) and this may not clear for 2-3 months or more.
6. The use of self-tanning skin care products must be discontinued one week before treatment. Any residual self-tanner must be removed prior to treatment.

1. Your skin should be completely clean and dry prior to treatment. Remove or omit application of any skin care products on the day of treatment.
2. AVOID THE SUN - The area to be treated should not be exposed to sun 4- 6 weeks prior to treatment. If you are in the sun during this time you should defer treatment until a later date.
3. Treatment of tanned skin may cause blistering or possible hypopigmentation which may last for 3-6 months.
4. Avoid using tanning creams, spray tans, or any type of temporary pigmented creams prior to treatment.
5. Patients who have a darker Fitzpatrick Skin Type (V-VI) may have an increased risk of hypopigmentation (white spots) or hyperpigmentation (dark spots). Consult your provider.
6. Patients with a history of the following conditions may not be good candidates for laser treatment and should consult their primary care provider when considering treatment:
   • Diabetic patients or patients with poor circulation
   • Patients who have a history of poor healing
   • Patients who take a blood thinner, such as coumadin or aspirin
7. Patients who are taking high doses of iron may have an increased risk of hyperpigmentation.
8. Patients typically tolerate this procedure well.

1. Avoid sun exposure 4-6 weeks before and after treatment until your physician allows it.
2. Your provider may ask you to stop any topical medications or skin care products 3-5 days prior to treatment.
3. If you have had a history of perioral herpes simplex virus, your provider may recommend prophylactic antiviral therapy when treating that area. Follow the directions for your particular medication.
4. If you are tanned or have a darker Fitzpatrick Skin Type, a bleaching regimen may be started at least two weeks before treatment.
5. RECENTLY TANNED SKIN CANNOT BE TREATED! If treated within 2 weeks of active (natural sunlight or tanning booth) tanning, you may develop hypopigmentation (white spots) and this may not clear for 2-3 months or more.
6. The use of self-tanning skin care products must be discontinued one week before treatment. Any residual self-tanner must be removed prior to treatment.

As soon as possible, please inform us if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding
• You have a history of cold sores
• You are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection
• You recently had a chemical peel, surgery, injury, or disease affecting the treatment area.

General Pre-Treatment Instructions:

• You must quit taking Accutane for 3 months prior to having a SylfirmX RF microneedling treatment.

One week prior to your treatment:

• Do not use any irritating skin care products such as retinol, tretinoin, Vitamin C, benzyl peroxide, BHA, AHA

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup (if the treatment area is the face) or body lotions on the treatment area
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

As soon as possible:

• Please inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Notify us if you have cold sores or if you are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.

If you have had dermal fillers in the treatment area, you must wait at least six months for Instalift Threads.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup on the treatment area
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic

Four weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid any vaccines

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

As soon as possible, please inform us if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You have cold sores, or if you are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.
• You have an electronic implant (Insulin pump, pacemaker, LVAD, etc.).
• You have a history of cold sores.
• You are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.
• You recently had a chemical peel, surgery, injury, or disease affecting the treatment area.
• Any known allergy to lidocaine or any other numbing agents

General Pre-Treatment Instructions:

• You must quit taking Accutane for 6 months prior to having a SylfirmX RF microneedling treatment.

One week prior to your treatment:

• Do not use irritating skin care products such as retinol, tretinoin, Vitamin C, benzyl peroxide, BHA, or AHA.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup (if the treatment area is the face) or body lotions on the treatment area
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic

Four weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid any vaccines

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.
• Do not use self-tanning lotions or tanning booths
• Do not sunbathe

As soon as possible, please inform us if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding
• You have a history of cold sores
• You are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection
• You recently had other cosmetic procedures, surgery, injury, or disease affecting the treatment area.

One week prior to your treatment:

• Do not use irritating skin care products such as retinol, tretinoin, Vitamin C, benzyl peroxide, BHA, or AHA.
• Depending on your skin type, your provider might recommend pre-procedure skincare to minimize the risk of discoloration. If that is the case, please use the products as recommended.
• Do not use self-tanning lotions or tanning booths.
• Do not sunbathe

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup (if the treatment area is the face) or body lotions on the treatment area
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic

As soon as possible, please inform us if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding
• You have a history of cold sores
• You are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection
• You recently had a chemical peel, surgery, injury, or disease affecting the treatment area.
• Any known allergy to lidocaine or any other numbing agents

General Pre-Treatment Instructions:

• You must quit taking Accutane for 3 months prior to having a SylfirmX RF microneedling treatment.

One week prior to your treatment:

• Do not use any irritating skin care products such as retinol, tretinoin, Vitamin C, benzyl peroxide, BHA, AHA

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup (if the treatment area is the face) or body lotions on the treatment area
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

As soon as possible:

• Please inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Notify us if you are in treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.

If you have had dermal fillers in the treatment area, you must wait at least six months for Sculptra.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment.

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup (if the treatment area is the face) or body lotions on the treatment area.
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic. Being hydrated is very important for the expansion of the product over the first 3 to 5 days.

Four weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid any vaccines.

As soon as possible:

• Please inform us if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Notify us if you have cold sores or are on treatment with antibiotics or antivirals for an active infection.

Three days prior to your treatment:

• Avoid alcoholic beverages and green tea.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications (Tylenol is ok), herbal products, fish oil, and Vitamin E.
• Avoid waxing, bleaching, tweezing, or hair removal creams in the area of treatment.

On the day of your appointment:

• Avoid makeup.
• Make sure you eat/drink before coming to the clinic.

Four weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid any vaccines.

Two weeks before and after your treatment:

• Avoid dental cleaning or any dental work.

• Immediately after treatment, you may experience slight redness, swelling, tenderness, and itching. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
• Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative skincare to minimize bruising and swelling and speed up your recovery.
• Gently apply ice packs or cold compresses to treated areas to reduce swelling.
• If you suffer from facial cold sores, there is a risk of recurrence following cosmetic injections. Speak to your cosmetic physician about medications to minimize this issue.
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid exercising for the next 24 hours.
• Avoid touching, rubbing, or massaging the treated areas for three days, unless instructed by your provider.
• For the next three nights, sleep on your back.
• Avoid exposure to extreme heat, such as saunas and hot tubs, for 3 days.
• Avoid other facial treatments, lasers, and chemical peels for two weeks.
• For the next 24 hours, do not use retinol, hydroquinone, or skincare other than a gentle cleanser and moisturizer.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications such as Aleve, Motrin, Advil, Vitamin E, and herbal supplements for one week post-treatment (Tylenol is ok).
• Do not undergo any dental cleaning or dental work for the next two weeks.
• For the next four weeks, do not take any vaccination.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at our at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• Fillers usually take 7-14 days to integrate with your tissue, and results can be observed after four weeks. Treatment will last 8-12 months on average.
• Please book and attend your follow-up appointment in two weeks so we can assess your results and touch up your treatment if needed.

• Immediately after the treatment, you may experience slight redness, swelling, tenderness, and itching. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
• Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative skincare to minimize bruising and swelling and speed up your recovery.
• Gently apply ice packs or cold compresses to treated areas to reduce swelling.
• Thoroughly massage the treated area in a circular fashion for 5 minutes, 5x/day for 5 days after each treatment, or for 25 minutes daily for 5 days. This helps to distribute Sculptra evenly and promotes a natural-looking correction.
• Minimize exposure of the treated area to excessive sun and avoid ultraviolet lamp exposure until any initial swelling and redness have disappeared.
• If you suffer from facial cold sores, there is a risk of recurrence following cosmetic injections. Speak to your cosmetic physician about medications to minimize this issue.
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid exercising for the next 24 hours.
• Avoid exposure to extreme heat, such as saunas and hot tubs, for five days.
• Avoid other facial treatments, lasers, and chemical peels for two weeks.
• Avoid dermal filler treatments for 13 weeks.
• For the next 24 hours, do not use retinol, hydroquinone, or skincare other than a gentle cleanser and moisturizer.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications such as Aleve, Motrin and Advil, Vitamin E, and herbal supplements for one week post-treatment (Tylenol is ok).
• Do not undergo any dental cleaning or dental work for the next two weeks.
• For the next four weeks, do not take any vaccination.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• Sculptra usually takes multiple sessions, and results can be observed within six months. Treatment results will last 2 years on average.
• Please book and attend your follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.
• PRP face (includes microneedling with PRP, SylfirmX with PRP, and vampire facial)
• Immediately after treatment, you may experience slight redness and itching sensation. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
• Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative skincare to minimize bruising and speed up your recovery.
• Minimize exposure of the treated area to excessive sun and avoid ultraviolet exposure until any initial redness has disappeared.
• If you suffer from facial cold sores, there is a risk of recurrence following cosmetic injections. Speak to your cosmetic physician about medications to minimize this issue.
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid other facial treatments, lasers, and chemical peels for two weeks.
• For the next 24 hours, do not use retinol, hydroquinone, or skincare other than a gentle cleanser and moisturizer.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at our 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• PRP treatment usually takes multiple sessions, and results can be observed to gradually improve within several months.
• Please book your subsequent appointments 4-6 weeks apart.
• Please attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

• Immediately after the treatment, you may experience slight redness, swelling, tenderness, and itching. This is normal and generally resolves in 3-5 days.
• Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative skincare to minimize bruising and swelling and speed up your recovery.
• Apply ice packs or cold compresses to treated areas to reduce swelling for 3-5 days.
• Three days after your session, start massaging the treated area in a circular fashion for 15 minutes, 3x/day for five days. This helps to evenly distribute the product, dissolve fat and promote a natural-looking correction. Massage is the most important step to avoid lumps and nodules.
• Minimize exposure of the treated area to excessive sun and avoid ultraviolet lamp exposure until any initial swelling and redness have disappeared.
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid exercising for the next 24 hours.
• Avoid exposure to extreme heat, such as saunas and hot tubs, for five days.
• Avoid other facial treatments, lasers, and chemical peels for two weeks.
• Avoid dermal filler treatments for 13 weeks.
• For the next 24 hours, do not use retinol, hydroquinone, or skincare other than a gentle cleanser and moisturizer.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications such as Aleve, Motrin and Advil, Vitamin E, and herbal supplements for one week post-treatment (Tylenol is ok).
• Do not undergo any dental cleaning or dental work for the next two weeks.
• For the next four weeks, do not take any vaccination.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• We recommend spacing sessions 6-8 weeks apart to obtain maximal results.
• Please book and attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss the next steps.

• Immediately after the treatment, you may experience slight redness, swelling, tenderness, and itching. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
• Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative skincare to minimize bruising and swelling and speed up your recovery.
• Gently apply ice packs or cold compresses to treated areas to reduce swelling.
• Thoroughly massage the treated area in a circular fashion for 5 minutes, 5x/day for 5 days after each treatment. This helps to distribute Sculptra evenly and promotes a natural-looking correction. Alternatively, you can massage the area for 20 minutes twice daily for two weeks.
• Minimize exposure of the treated area to excessive sun and avoid ultraviolet lamp exposure until any initial swelling and redness have disappeared.
• Avoid body creams for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid exercising for the next 24 hours.
• Avoid exposure to extreme heat, such as saunas and hot tubs, for five days.
• Avoid other skin treatments on the area, such as lasers and chemical peels, for two weeks.
• Do not use body care for the next 24 hours other than a gentle body wash and moisturizer.
• Avoid over-the-counter medications such as Aleve, Motrin, Advil, Vitamin E, and herbal supplements for one week post-treatment (Tylenol is ok).
• For the next four weeks, do not take any vaccination.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• Sculptra usually takes multiple sessions, and results can be observed within six months. Treatment will last 2 to 3 years on average.
• Please book and attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

• Immediately after the treatment, you may experience slight redness and itching sensation. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
• Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative hair care to optimize your results.
• Minimize exposure of the treated area to excessive sun and avoid ultraviolet exposure until any initial redness has disappeared.
• Avoid washing your hair for at least 12 hours after treatment.
• Avoid other hair treatments (such as henna, or hair dye) for two weeks.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• PRP treatment usually takes multiple sessions, and results can be observed within six months.
• Please book your subsequent appointments 4 to 6 weeks apart.
• Please book and attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

• Immediately after the treatment, you may experience slight redness and itching sensation. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
• Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative skincare to minimize bruising and speed up your recovery.
• Minimize exposure of the treated area to excessive sun and avoid ultraviolet exposure until any initial redness has disappeared.
• If you suffer from facial cold sores, there is a risk of recurrence following cosmetic injections. Speak to your cosmetic physician about medications to minimize this issue.
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid other facial treatments, lasers, and chemical peels for two weeks.
• For the next 24 hours, do not use retinol, hydroquinone, or skincare other than a gentle cleanser and moisturizer.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• Mesotherapy treatments usually take multiple sessions, and results can be observed within three weeks.
• Please book your following appointments 10 days apart.
• Please book and attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

• After treatment, slight swelling or bruising may occur. Sometimes, a slight depression or skin irregularity may appear at the insertion points. These typically disappear a few days after treatment, but some variation in time may occur.
• If required, apply cold packs immediately after treatment. The cold packs should be wrapped to avoid direct contact with skin and insertion points.
• Acetaminophen may be taken in case of pain (2-3 days).
• Refrain from applying makeup for as long as possible. Cosmetics may be gently applied after a minimum of 24 hours.
• Sleep face-up and elevated on pillows for 3 to 5 nights.
• Be gentle, do not rub your face aggressively when washing, shaving, or drying for five days.
• Avoid excessive neck and facial movements for two weeks.
• Avoid participating in high-impact sports, e.g., running, for two weeks.
• Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and UV light for two weeks.
• Do not use saunas for 3 weeks.
• Avoid dental surgery for three weeks.
• Avoid facial or face-down massages and facial aesthetic treatments for four weeks.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• Please book and attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

• A certain degree of discomfort, redness, or irritation during and after treatment is expected. If discomfort or irritation persists for more than 24 hours, please notify Xthetics Face & Body Sculpt by phone or text: 587-772-6449.
• Tiny scabs (less than 1mm in diameter) may form 24-72 hours post-treatment and remain for several days. The scabs should not be touched or scratched (even if they itch) and should be allowed to shed naturally.
• During the first two days following treatment, care should be taken to prevent trauma to the treated site: avoid hot baths, massage, irritating skin care products or exfoliants, etc. The skin should be kept clean to prevent contamination or infection; mechanical or thermal damage to the area must be avoided.
• Keeping your skin moisturized after the treatment with the Post-Procedure kit recommended is essential.
• You may have mild swelling for 1-3 days after your treatment. Patients may apply an ice pack (NOT direct ice) to the irritated area for 1-2 days in approximately 15- minute sessions 3-4 times per day.
• Redness for 1-3 days is common.
• Makeup can be applied 12 hours after treatment.
• Avoid prolonged sun exposure or tanning beds for at least two weeks after the treatment, as the skin that was treated will be more sensitive to the sun.
• Use a minimum of SPF 30 daily to protect your skin after treatment.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• Usually, multiple sessions are needed to achieve significant and long-term results.
• Please book and attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

• Immediately after treatment, you may experience slight redness and itching sensation. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
• Use the post-treatment restorative skincare recommended by your provider to optimize results and speed up your recovery.
• Minimize exposure of the treated area to excessive sun and avoid ultraviolet exposure until any initial redness has disappeared.
• If you suffer from facial cold sores, there is a risk of recurrence following chemical peels. Speak to your provider about medications to minimize this issue.
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid other facial treatments and lasers for two weeks.
• For the next seven days, use the post-treatment recovery kit recommended. Do not use retinol, hydroquinone, or any other active skincare.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your provider at 587-772-6449. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• Multiple chemical peel sessions are needed for optimal results.
• Please book your subsequent appointments three-four weeks apart.
• Please attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

• A certain degree of discomfort, redness, or irritation during and after treatment is expected. If discomfort or irritation persists for more than 24 hours, please notify Xthetics Face & Body Sculpt by phone or text at 587-772-6449.
• Tiny scabs (less than 1mm in diameter) may form 24-72 hours post-treatment and remain for several days. The scabs should not be touched or scratched (even if they itch) and should be allowed to shed naturally.
• During the first two days following treatment, care should be taken to prevent trauma to the treated site: avoid hot baths, massage, irritating skin care products or exfoliants, etc. The skin should be kept clean to prevent contamination or infection; mechanical or thermal damage to the area must be avoided.
• Keeping your skin moisturized after the treatment with the Post-Procedure kit recommended is essential.
• Redness for 1-3 days is common.
• Makeup can be applied 12 hours after treatment.
• Avoid prolonged sun exposure or tanning beds for at least two weeks after the treatment, as the skin that was treated will be more sensitive to the sun.
• Use a minimum of SPF 30 daily to protect your skin after treatment.
• If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-772-6449 After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
• Usually, multiple sessions are needed to achieve significant and long-term results.
• Please book and attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

1. Immediately after treatment, there may be erythema (redness) and edema (swelling) of each hair follicle in the treatment site, which may last up to 2 hours, or longer. The erythema may last up to 2-3 days. The treated area will feel like a sunburn for a few hours after treatment.
2. Your provider may use an optional cooling method after treatment to ensure your comfort.
3. A topical soothing skin care product such as aloe vera gel may be applied following treatment if desired.
4. Makeup may be used immediately after the treatment as long as the skin is not irritated.
5. Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation (darker pigmentation).
6. Use a sunblock (SPF 30+) at all times throughout the course of treatment.
7. Avoid picking or scratching the treated skin. Do not use any other hair removal treatment products or similar treatments (waxing, electrolysis or tweezing) that will disturb the hair follicle in the treatment area for 6 weeks after the laser treatment is performed. Shaving only should be done between treatments.
8. Several days to weeks after the treatment, shedding of the treated hair may occur and this appears as new hair growth. This is NOT new hair growth. You can clean and remove the hair by washing or wiping the area with a wet cloth or Loofah sponge.
9. After the axilla (underarm) is treated, you may wish to use a powder instead of a deodorant for 24 hours after the treatment to reduce skin irritation.
10. There are no restrictions on bathing except to treat the skin gently, as if you had sunburn, for the first 24 hours.

1. Immediately after treatment, there may be erythema (redness) and edema (swelling) at the treatment site, which may last up to 2 hours, or longer. The erythema may last up to 2-3 days. The treated area will feel like a sunburn for a few hours after treatment.
2. Your provider may use an optional cooling method immediately following treatment to ensure your comfort.
3. A topical soothing skin care product such as aloe vera gel may be applied following treatment if desired.
4. Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation (darker pigmentation).
5. Use sunblock (SPF 30+) at all times throughout the course of treatment.
6. The treated pigment will appear darker immediately and within the first few days following treatment. The darkened pigment will flake off like dry skin within 7-14 days. Avoid picking or scratching the treated skin.
7. There are no restrictions on bathing except to treat the skin gently, as if you had a sunburn, for the first 24 hours.

1. The heat from the laser pulses may be slightly uncomfortable during and immediately following treatment. Cold gel packs/ice can be applied to reduce discomfort.
2. If legs were treated: elevate your legs to decrease discomfort, especially when large areas are treated.
3. Tylenol is recommended for any pain, as needed.
4. AVOID THE SUN completely after treatment to reduce hyperpigmentation. Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30 zinc oxide or titanium dioxide with UV A/B sunblock.
5. Check with your provider about the possibility of using a daily moisturizer.
6. Avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours after treatment. Consult your provider.
7. Compression stockings may or may not be recommended by your provider.
8. TEST SPOTS: Wait 8 weeks to see if the treatment was effective. Your provider will evaluate treatment response or side effects at the follow up visit.
9. FULL TREATMENT: Wait at least 8 weeks before the next treatment as resolution of the vessels continues throughout this entire period. Your provider may have you wait even longer between treatments.
10. Your individual vein may appear bruised or darker red following treatment. This discoloration will fade over the next few weeks. If on the legs: brown discoloration may take several months to fade.
11. Your provider may recommend the application of a topical antibiotic ointment if blistering occurs.

1. Immediately after treatment, there should be mild erythema (redness) and mild edema (swelling) at the treatment site, which may last up to 2 hours, or longer. The erythema may last up to 2-3 days. The treated area will feel like sunburn for a few hours after treatment. Some patients note that their skin feels pleasantly warm after treatment.
2. Your provider may use an optional cooling method after treatment to ensure your comfort.
3. Your provider will inform you when you may resume the use of your usual skin care products. Makeup may be used after the treatment as long as the skin is not irritated.
4. Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation (darker pigmentation).
5. Use sunblock (SPF 30+) at all times throughout the course of treatment.
6. Avoid picking or scratching the treated skin.
7. There are no restrictions on bathing except to treat the skin gently, as if you had sunburn, for the first 24 hours.
8. The laser treatment is often performed 4-5 times at monthly intervals for best results. You may notice immediate as well as longer term improvements in your skin.

1. Immediately after the treatment, you may experience slight redness, bruising, swelling, tenderness, lumpiness, and itching. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
2. Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative skincare to minimize bruising and swelling and speed up your recovery.
3. Gently apply ice packs or cold compresses to treated areas to reduce swelling.
4. Minimize exposure of the treated area to excessive sun and avoid ultraviolet lamp exposure until any initial swelling and redness have disappeared.
5. Avoid body creams for 24 hours after treatment.
6. Avoid exposure to extreme heat, such as saunas and hot tubs, for five days.
7. Avoid other skin treatments on the area, such as lasers and chemical peels, for two weeks.
8. Avoid swimming pools and the beach/ocean for 5 to 7 days.
9. Do not use body care for the next 24 hours other than a gentle body wash and moisturizer.
10. Avoid over-the-counter medications such as Aleve, Motrin, Advil, Vitamin E, and herbal supplements for one week post-treatment (Tylenol is ok).
11. For the next four weeks, do not take any vaccination.
12. If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns about treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at 587-791-1752. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
13. Final results can be observed within four weeks. Treatment may require a top-up within 3 to 4 weeks and may require maintenance in 2 to 3 years on average.
14. Please book and attend your post-treatment follow-up appointment so we can assess your results and discuss a maintenance plan.

1. Immediately after treatment, you may experience slight redness, swelling, tenderness, and itching. This is normal and generally resolves in a few days.
2. Speak to your cosmetic physician about post-treatment restorative skincare to minimize bruising and swelling and speed up your recovery.
3. Gently apply ice packs or cold compresses to treated areas to reduce swelling.
4. Avoid makeup for 24 hours after treatment.
5. Avoid exercising for the next 7 days, or any activities with potential trauma to the nose (ball games, boxing, swimming, etc.)
6. Avoid touching, rubbing, or massaging the treated areas for five days.
7. For the next three nights, sleep on your back.
8. Avoid exposure to extreme heat, such as saunas and hot tubs, for 3 days.
9. Avoid other facial treatments, lasers, and chemical peels for two weeks.
10. For the next 24 hours, do not use retinol, hydroquinone, or skincare other than a gentle cleanser and moisturizer.
11. Avoid over-the-counter medications such as Aleve, Motrin, Advil, Vitamin E, and herbal supplements for one week post-treatment (Tylenol is ok).
12. Do not undergo any dental cleaning or dental work for the next two weeks.
13. For the next four weeks, do not take any vaccination.
14. If you notice excessive pain, swelling, tenderness, change in color, or any concerns on treatment areas or adjacent areas, promptly contact your cosmetic physician at our at 587-791-1752. After hours, please leave a voicemail, and we will call you back within 10-15 minutes.
15. Fillers usually take 10-14 days to integrate with your tissue, and results can be observed after four weeks. Treatment will last 16-24 months on average.
16. Please book and attend your follow-up appointment in two weeks so we can assess your results and touch up your treatment if needed.