AFTERCARE

Follow our specific instructions for your treatment. As a general rule, avoid touching or rubbing the treated area, avoid heavy exercise, alcohol, saunas/steam rooms, and excessive heat for the first 24 hours (or as advised).

It depends on the treatment. For some skin treatments (e.g., microneedling/advanced facials), you may be advised to avoid makeup for 24 hours. For injectables, makeup is often best avoided for at least several hours. Always follow your personalised aftercare guidance.

Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, or bruising can be normal depending on the treatment and your skin. This usually settles within a few days. If symptoms worsen, feel unusual, or you’re concerned, contact us for advice.

Often, you’ll be advised to avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours, particularly after injectable treatments. Exercise increases blood flow and heat, which can worsen swelling or bruising.

For many treatments—especially injectables—it’s best to avoid alcohol for 24 hours as it may increase the chance of bruising and swelling.

Often you’ll be advised to pause strong actives (retinoids, acids, exfoliants) for a short period, especially after microneedling/skin rejuvenation treatments. We’ll tell you when it’s safe to restart based on what you’ve had done.

Yes—SPF is important, and especially after skin treatments. Protecting your skin helps maintain results and reduces the risk of sensitivity or pigmentation changes. We’ll advise the best SPF and when to apply it.

It’s best to avoid sunbeds and prolonged direct sun exposure after most skin treatments. Heat and UV exposure can irritate the skin and increase the risk of unwanted pigmentation.

Timelines vary. Some treatments give an immediate “glow,” while others develop gradually over days or weeks. We’ll explain what’s typical for your treatment and whether a course is recommended

If you’re unsure, contact us. We’d rather you ask early than worry. If you have severe pain, rapidly increasing swelling, signs of infection (spreading redness, heat, pus), or any urgent symptoms, seek medical advice immediately.

Yes. If your treatment plan involves a course (common for microneedling/skin rejuvenation), booking ahead helps keep your results on track.

Bruising risk varies by person and treatment. Avoid alcohol and strenuous exercise for 24 hours, follow aftercare instructions, and don’t massage the area unless you’ve been specifically told to. If you’re prone to bruising, tell us at your consultation.