What should I do in the first four hours after treatment?

Avoid touching, rubbing or applying pressure to the treated area, stay upright rather than lying down or bending over, and leave makeup off treated skin. Keep hydrated and avoid alcohol for 24 hours.

When can I exercise after a cosmetic treatment?

Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas and hot showers for 24 to 48 hours after treatment. Light activity is usually fine sooner, but follow the specific advice your nurse gives you.

What sunscreen should I use after treatment?

Use a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ daily and avoid direct sun exposure, alongside hats, clothing and shade. In Brisbane’s UV climate this is the single most important aftercare habit.

When should I contact the clinic urgently?

Call 0406 759 228 immediately for severe pain that does not settle with over-the-counter relief, unusual discolouration such as white patches or blue or purple changes, vision changes or headaches after facial treatment, signs of infection, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or fever.

Home/Aftercare

Aftercare

Aftercare Guidelines

Your guide to post-treatment care, written to support a comfortable, uneventful recovery.

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Your Recovery Matters

Following proper aftercare instructions is important for supporting comfort during recovery and reducing the likelihood of avoidable side effects. Please read through these guidelines carefully and don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

General Post-Treatment Guidelines

Avoid touching, rubbing, or applying pressure to the treated area for at least 4–6 hours
Stay upright for 4 hours after treatment — avoid lying down or bending over
Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, and hot showers for 24–48 hours
Refrain from alcohol consumption for 24 hours post-treatment
Avoid makeup application on treated areas for at least 4 hours
Stay hydrated and maintain a healthy diet to support healing
Use gentle, fragrance-free skincare products on treated areas
Avoid direct sun exposure and use SPF 50+ sunscreen

Treatment-Specific Aftercare

Guidance by treatment type

These are general guidelines. Your nurse gives you instructions specific to the treatment you had, and those instructions take precedence over anything on this page. If you are unsure at any point, call the clinic.

Muscle Relaxation Treatments

Stay upright for four hours and avoid lying down or bending forward
Avoid massaging, rubbing or applying pressure to the treated area
Skip strenuous exercise, saunas and hot showers for 24 to 48 hours
Expect any small marks at injection points to settle within hours
Contact the clinic if you notice vision changes, drooping or severe headache

Volume Enhancement Treatments

Keep the area clean and avoid pressure or facial massage for 24 hours
Swelling and tenderness in the first days is common and settles
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours and extreme heat for 48 hours
Sleep slightly elevated on the first night if you can
Contact the clinic immediately for severe pain or unusual discolouration

Skin Needling / Microneedling

Leave the skin alone for the first several hours — no makeup, no active products
Cleanse gently with lukewarm water and a fragrance-free cleanser
Expect redness and a warm, tight feeling for 24 to 48 hours
Use only the moisturiser and SPF 50+ recommended for you
Pause retinoids, acids and vitamin C until your nurse says otherwise

Chemical Peels

Do not pick or pull at flaking skin — let it shed on its own
Cleanse gently and moisturise more often than usual
Avoid exfoliation, scrubs and active ingredients until healed
Daily SPF 50+ is essential, with hats and shade in Brisbane sun
Avoid swimming pools, saunas and heavy sweating for 48 hours

LED Light Therapy

You can usually return to normal activity straight away
Apply your recommended moisturiser and SPF 50+ afterwards
Skip hot showers and vigorous exercise for a few hours if your skin feels warm
Keep hydration up to support recovery
Tell your nurse if your skin feels unusually sensitive afterwards

Important: All cosmetic treatments are performed by qualified practitioners following Australian health regulations. Individual results may vary. A consultation is required prior to any treatment to assess suitability and discuss realistic expectations. Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.