Hyaluronic Acid Filler Aftercare

por kierra johnson

HYALURONIC ACID GEL HEALING

 

The more you know about the recovery process the easier it is for you to cope with that. The healing process can be divided into 3 stages below. During the 1-2 weeks after the procedure, you will experience all these phases.

  • Healing of the irritation on the surface layers of the skin and management of potential lumps (if dehydrated)

  • Changes in the shape and thickness of skin; 

  • Achieving of the stable new state. 

 


BE PREPARED FOR SOME SWELLING AND BRUISING.

 

Immediately after the treatment, there may be redness, bruising, swelling, tenderness, and/or itching near the treatment area. Avoid itching, massaging (for 24hrs), poking or picking around the spots that mark the insertion of filler.

 After the 24 hour. You can massage your lips every single day for the next 14 days. During your service, the specialist will show you how to massage your lips and also provide you with the tools as well.

 

If you have any questions during the healing process, please contact me 305-783-1136.

 

 

for swelling You may take acetaminophen (Tylenol) to reduce any swelling as necessary.

 

Some clients have also found that Arnica - a natural ointment commonly used to reduce bruising, works very well on the treatment area. Highly recommended if you are prone to swelling and or bruising, please take arnica tablet prior to your appointment.

 

For the first 24 hours following treatment, you should avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sun or heat, and consumption of alcoholic beverages and exfoliating. This minimizes the risk of temporary redness, swelling, bruising and/or itching at the treatment sites. An ice pack can be applied to the site if you experience swelling.

 

 


LUMPS,  BUMPS, SWELLING AND BRUISES ARE TOTALLY NORMAL WITH HYALURON PEN FILLERS.

 


Initial bumps can be due to injection site injury and swelling (not necessarily the product).  Lumps and bumps tend to disappear on their own but can take up to 2 weeks to integrate and spread. Massaging your treated area daily will speed up the process. After the swelling goes down, if there is still a lump, apply soft pressure onto the lump and hold for up to ten minutes, 2 - 3 times daily and continue.  After 2 - 3 days of doing this all lumps should be gone.

 

DO NOT CONSIDER THE RESULT OF THE INITIAL PROCEDURE TO BE FINAL. Many clients have experienced mild anxiety when they have studied how the shape of lips or facial smile-lines changes during the first couple of weeks after the procedure. Some clients do need several sessions in order to reach their goal. This is completely normal and there is no need to worry because of that. In the beginning, the treatment area sometimes looks a bit asymmetric, it will most probably change quite significantly during the first month after the procedure.

 

AFTERCARE

  • For 1 week prior & 1 week after, avoid tretinoin, retinal, retinoids, glycolic acid, peels, skin sensitizing products.

  • Drink 1/2 gallon or more water daily for next 14 days. Hyaluronic Acid bonds to other Hyaluronic Acid and water.  Dehydration dissipates the Hyaluronic Acid Filler.

  • 72 hours prior & 72 hours after, avoid highly processed foods as they grately dehydrate the body.  Instead, eat spinach, kale and celery the week before to boost your levels of Vitamin K.

  • For 1 week after, keep your treated area protected from the sun and use 45+ broad spectrum SPF. 

  • Avoid intensive sweating, exposure to extreme temperatures and swimming for 2 -3 days prior to treatment.

  • moisturize and spf the treated area

  • 24 hours prior and as needed after take arnica montana tablets and an anti-inflammatory to help with swelling and bruising. 

  • 24 hours prior and after avoid flying or saunas as they dehydrate the body.

  • Be gentle to your treatment area for at least 24 hours after the procedure.

  • 24 hours prior and after avoid rigorous workouts. New fresh fillers need time to set so lots of water and lack of rigorous movement for 24 hours after is key.

  • After the swelling goes down, if there is still a lump, apply soft pressure onto the lump and hold for up to ten minutes, 2 - 3 times daily.  After 2 - 3 days of doing this all lumps should be gone.

  • NO HEAVY MAKEUP AND ANTI-AGING CREAMS, MINIMIZE MOVEMENT OF THE TREATMENT AREA At least for a week (preferably for 10 days) if you require to wear make up, please be sure to double cleanse it off the treated area so it doesn’t cause irritation to your incisions.
  • Avoid Exercise, bending forward or lifting objects heavier than 15lbs for the first 12 hours post treatment.
  • Avoid sun exposure, tanning beds, climates with heat above 80 degrees and for 2 weeks post treatment. (or use a hat).
  • Avoid the use of saunas/hot tubs/steam for 2 weeks post treatment.
  • Avoid scrunching the lips, drinking hot beverages, smoking and alcohol use for the first 3 days. 
  • drink all cold items out of a straw for 14 days 
  • avoid massaging your lips the first 24hours
  • avoid aggressive kissing or oral sex for the whole healing process 14 days 
  • If bruising does occur, apply an arnica-based gel topically gently to the treated area 3-4 times a day until bruising disappears.
  • Client can gently massage treated area if lumps are discovered ONLY AFTER 1 full day (24hours) of the treatment. Client should not massage over area for it can dissolve product faster and potentially move the product to the other locations within the skin.
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