Aftercare
Your after care collection consists of three healing-based creams, that are used for after care of FIBROBLAST SKIN-TIGHTENING treatments.
All three creams #1, #2, & #3 are based on mild ingredients and can also be used for other skin difficulties
*It is very important that we treat our skin well after any cosmetic treatment, so we not only get great results, but we protect ourselves from any complications.
**50% of your results is you following your aftercare.**
**PLEASE BRING YOUR AFTERCARE CONTAINERS WITH YOU TO NEXT APPOINTMENT FOR REFILL**
Do not get treated area wet for 24 hours
1st 24 hours use aftercare #1 (spray), when area feels hot or tight.
Day 2 start using cream #2 until the crust fall off, once all crust fall off start using cream #3 for the remaining 8 weeks
Do not pick carbon crust; it will fall off in a few days (3-8 days average)
After the treatment continue applying the aftercare cream #3 on the treated area as long as it is sensitive or when you are exposed to sun, as it contains SPF and protects the treated area.
Avoid sauna, pools, solariums or any kind of exposure to activities which present risk for infection of the treated area
Make sure to protect the treated area from direct sun until the skin is completely regenerated (8 weeks).
Do not apply products containing alcohol, scents, or active ingredients (30 days)
Do not cover with tight clothing.
Do not use makeup after the treatment, as it generally is not sterile. First 7 days after the treatment, until the crusts fall off
Swelling around the treated area is normal in the 1st 48-72 hours, it is ok to apply cool compress to the area if need.
It is critical to follow all aftercare instructions to prevent complications, scarring and to achieve optimum results. Please read carefully.
KEEP AREA CLEAN and open to the air. Do not cover with a Band-Aid or anything else, leave open to air. Air/oxygen provides good and faster healing. You should not be touching the area at all but if you find yourself needing to please make sure your hands are exceptionally clean.
CLEAN BY BLOTTING AREA with saline 3 to 4 times a day using a paper towel or gauze. NO ICE.
DO NOT SOAK the treated area in water. You can shower as normal but keep the area out of the shower spray the best you can and do not let the area stay wet for more than a few minutes. It is best to keep it dry but if you do get it wet gently pat dry.
NO BATHING, SWIMMING, SAUNAS, HOT TOBS, TANNING, OR EXERCISE. NO EXCEPTIONS.
DO NOT disrupt the scabbing process (i.e. no picking, scratching, etc.) All scabbing needs to fall off naturally. If you force or pick a scab off you will disrupt the process and possibly cause scarring. It is critical to keep the scabs on as long as possible to achieve optimum results.
TREAT AREA WITH TLC. DO NOT DO ANYTHING AT ALL THAT COULD CAUSE ISSUES OR PROBLEMS TO THE TREATED AREA.
ONCE ALL SCABBING HAS NBeauty By VixenATURALLY FALLEN OFF, apply one drop Vitamin E Oil 3 to 4 times throughout the day for a minimum of 4 weeks, or until next lightening session. DO NOT start applying the Vitamin E oil UNTIL all scabbing has naturally and completely fallen off. It is our goal to keep the area as dry as possible until all scabs have naturally fallen off.
LIPS please drink all liquids with a straw until all scabbing has naturally fallen off. Brush with Toms of Maine or Classic Crest (no whitening, no peroxide toothpastes. Cut food into small bites….no biting into a sandwich. Try to keep mouth expressions to a minimum.
It is important to the process and integrity of the skin that 8 full weeks of healing take place before another lightening session can be done. No exceptions
Lightening and/or removing unwanted pigment is a long process and patience is required. This is true whether you are choosing a lightening product service or laser. Please be patient and give the process a fair chance to work. Expect visible and wanted results in 2 to 5 sessions.
How many sessions needed will depend on how saturated the pigment is, how deep it was implanted and how much needs to be removed for the desired result. In many cases only a percentage of the pigment needs to be lightened/removed and then we can continue the correction process by color correcting or color shifting. In those cases where we have pigment misplaced or in an unwanted area, color correcting will not be an option and removing as much of the pigment as possible will be our ultimate goal.
Results cannot be foreseen, predicted or guaranteed.
Preparing Skin
Avoid sun exposure or tanning bed at least 4 weeks prior to treatment and during treatment process.
Do not exercise the day before or for 48 hours after the injection treatment.
Avoid caffeine containing food or beverages day of treatment.
Avoid medications such as: Aleve, Advil, cold remedies, Vitamin E or aspirin 5 days prior to treatment.
Avoid Retin-A, chemical peels, injectable fillers or Botox 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Use a physical sunblock with an SPF 50 with UVA/UVB Broad Spectrum protection.
Day of treatment wear comfortable clothing. Your top should button or zip rather than pull over the head.
Notify esthetician if you get cold sores. You will require an antiviral prescription to avoid any breakout after treatments.
If you have open cuts, wounds, abrasions or active acne lesions or cold sores breakouts, we cannot perform the procedure.
Eat a healthy diet, whole food vitamins and daily omega 3 fish oil. It is also advisable to take 1000 mg of vitamin C and 2000 iu. of vitamin D3. This ensures an increase in vitamins internally and externally and will greatly aid in the healing process.
Drink 8 glasses of water/non-caloric fluids per day.
After Treatment Instructions
Do not wash face the day of the procedure.
Use healing cream or serum with hyaluronic acid, collagen and peptides starting next day.
Do not use any Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Beta Hydroxy Acid, Retinol (Vitamin A), Vitamin C (in a low pH formula) or anything perceived as “active” skincare for next 3 days.
NO soap or cleansers for next 3 days.
NO sauna, steam, gym, pool and tanning for next 3 days. Sweating may cause bacterial infection.
NO make up for next 3 days.
Wait at least 1-2 weeks before next procedure.
Use sunblock SPF 59
Drink at least 8 cups of pure water per day. It is important to stay hydrated before and after this procedure to help skin heal and rejuvenate faster.
Laser treatment, plasma fibroblast skin tightening treatment or sun exposure does not recommend within 6 months.
Recommended Treatment Schedule
BB Glow – 4-6 treatments / 1-2 week apart
Effect will last 3 to 6 months depend on skin condition and lifestyle. Individual results may vary.
What to Expect
Day 1: Skin will be erythematous and flushed after treatment, depending on the intensity of the treatment. Pinpoint bleeding may occur. Do not apply makeup for at least 24 hours.
Day 2: A red or pink hue persists like moderate sunburn. Swelling and slight bruising may be more noticeable on the second day. Minor scratches may be visible. Apply moisturizer as needed.
Day 3: Skin can be pink or normal color. Swelling subsides. The skin can feel dry or feel tight. A slight outbreak of acne or milia (tiny white bumps) is possible. Light peeling usually occurs in about three days and will be replaced with brand new skin.
Home Care
Do not wash treated area and keep it dry for at least 24 hours. After 24 hours, gently wash it with lukewarm water using your fingers only. Remove serum and other debris such as dried blood. Do not scrub, use a washcloth or wet cotton pads if needed. Cleanse area treated twice a day. Do not use exfoliating products for 72 hours.
Cold compresses may be applied following treatment for comfort. If neck or décolletage are treated, the redness might last slightly longer.
Apply 1% Hydrocortisone cream or Benadryl spray or gel on treated areas to reduce itching or redness if needed.
Taking Arnica Montana up to 7 days after each treatment can help decrease bruising and inflammation.
Do not exercise for 24 hours after treatment.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, hot baths or showers until redness is gone.
Continue to avoid sun exposure to the treatment areas and apply a broad-spectrum physical sunblock with SPF minimum of 50. Apply it at least 30 minutes prior to sun exposure and repeat after every two hours of sun exposure.
After 2-3 days patients can return to regular skin care products or as soon as it is comfortable to do so. Non-comedogenic makeup may be worn 24 hours after procedure.
Avoid strenuous exercise for two to three days after treatment.
Avoid waxing, facials, Botox, injectable fillers or any other skin care treatment two weeks after treatment.
New cell regeneration requires at least 6-8 8 oz. glasses of water a day (if you already drink that- increase by 2 glasses}