Aftercare and Post Treatment Guidelines
Thank you for choosing Define by Jill for your recent procedure. We strongly recommend you follow the below aftercare guidelines to assist with the recovery process.
Please ensure you follow the below guidelines relevant to the treatment you have had as this is a medical procedure and aftercare is a very important part of the process. After any medical procedure that consists of injections there is a risk of infection around the site.
Anti wrinkle Injection Aftercare
It is not unusual to experience some mild side effects following wrinkle-smoothing injections. You may experience a mild headache directly after the treatment. Paracetamol may be taken if required. Tenderness and bruising may also appear at the injection site, there may be red dots at the needle puncture sites and you may get swelling around the areas of the puncture sites.
Please follow the instructions below:
You will begin to notice the effects of your Botulinum toxin treatment within 2-8 days.
Minimise excessive exercise in the first couple of days following your treatment especially if you develop some bruising.
Avoid putting any pressure on the treated area for 24-48 hours after treatment.
Do not massage the area of injection for at least 24 hours after treatment.
Do not apply makeup for 6-8 hours post treatment.
Avoid facials, facial waxing, Glycolic or AHA peels, IPL or energy-based treatments, and microdermabrasion for two weeks after treatment. Please check with your physician before undergoing other facial treatments within this time.
Dermal Filler Aftercare
Immediately after your dermal filler treatment you may notice a few of the following things:
Swelling
Bruising
Red needle puncture marks
Asymmetry
Tenderness
Itching in the area
These issues above are common with dermal filler aftercare, and should resolve over the next few days to weeks. Your final result will be seen at about 4 weeks after treatment, and you can be reviewed to see if further treatments are required to achieve the planned results.
Please follow the instructions below:
Do not expose the area to intense heat (eg solarium or sauna).
Avoid pressure on the treated areas for the first few nights (i.e. sleep on back of possible).
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
Do not use AHA, Retinols/Vitamin C therapy or oil based make-up for 24 hours.
Avoid facials, facial waxing, Glycolic or AHA peels, IPL or energy based treatments and microdermabrasion for two weeks after treatment. Please check with your physician before undergoing other facial treatments within this time.
Chin Sculpting, Fat Dissolving Injection Aftercare
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 anaesthetic. These symptoms generally improve significantly over the next few days.
The swelling may last for several weeks in total, but the worst of it is over after about 3 days. If symptoms persist or other reactions occur, please contact us.
Please follow the instructions below:
Use regular cold compresses on the first day. The pain sensation will last a few hours.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
Pain relief such as paracetamol may be taken as directed by your physician.
Do not massage the area.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
Do not use active products, including AHA, Retinols, Vitamin C etc.
Important: You will most likely experience intense swelling in the first few days post treatment, this is normal.
PDO Threads Aftercare
Immediately after your treatment you may experience some soreness and pain over the treated areas. Over the counter analgesic medication such as Paracetamol can be taken in case of discomfort. Do not take anti-inflammatory medications such as Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Voltaren, etc. for the first 7 days.
Mild swelling and bruising can occasionally occur and may be noticeable for a few days. The treated area may be tender to touch. You might feel the suture underneath the skin as a result of the area being swollen/inflamed. This is normal and will improve over the first week and should be gone after 10 days.
Please follow the instructions below:
Try to minimise facial movement as much as possible – excessive movements in particular! This is very important. Be aware of your facial movements when eating/chewing, talking, yawning, smiling etc. Do not yawn. Do not laugh or smile excessively.
Avoid drinking from a straw.
Try to find some “social downtime” for the first week following treatment. It will be difficult to adhere to the above when meeting friends/family etc.
Keep your head elevated for the first 7-10 nights when sleeping. Use a second pillow or elevate the head-part of the bed. Sleep face-up and not on the treated areas (1 week).
Wash and dry your face gently, without rubbing or massaging (2 weeks).
Avoid direct sunlight and do not use tanning beds (3 weeks).
Avoid facial massages and all other facial aesthetic treatments (3 weeks).
Avoid sports, in particular high impact sports (e.g. running) and contact sports (e.g. boxing, rugby) (3 weeks).
Avoid dental procedures if possible (3 weeks).
Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Aftercare
Immediately after treatment with a PRP, there may be a slight redness, swelling, tenderness or an itching sensation in the treated area. This is a normal result of the injection and generally disappears in a couple of days.
Please follow the instructions below:
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
Sleep elevated on 2 pillows to improve swelling.
Avoid touching your face for at least 4 hours.
Do not expose the area to intense heat or sunlight (eg solarium or sauna).
Pain relief such as paracetamol may be taken as directed by your physician.
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.
Do not use active skin care eg AHA, Retinols/Vitamin C.
Avoid facials, facial waxing, Glycolic or AHA peels, IPL or energy based treatments and microdermabrasion for 2 weeks after treatment (unless advised by your injectable doctor). Please check with your physician before undergoing other facials within this time.
Do not massage the treated area unless instructed by your physician.
No makeup until the day after the procedure is ideal.
Do not smoke.
If there’s anything you’re unsure about, do not hesitate to consult your nurse injector at Define by Jill on 02 4577 4234 or 0414 777 721. If you require urgent assistance please contact your GP or local emergency department immediately.
Thank you in advance for following these important guidelines.
