Hyaluronic Acid

Do not take Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil or Naprosyn 24 hours prior. This will increase the chances of bleeding and bruising.
If you are taking any blood-thinning medications as per Doctors orders (such as Coumadin, Warfarin, Palvix, Lovenox). Do not discontinue medication without first consulting the prescribing physician.
Avoid taking high dose of vitamin E, vitamin A, Omega 3 fatty acids, caffeine, fish oil, garlic, green tea, coffee, ginseng, or any herbal supplements like St. Johns warts 24 hours prior to your appointment.
Do not drink alcohol 24 hours before your appointment as this may increase the risk if bleeding and/or bruising.
Arrive to your appointment without any make up. You will be able to it 4 hours after your treatment although we do recommend waiting at least 24 hours.
To prevent blood pressure from elevating which increase the risk of bleeding, try to be calm.

Drink 8-10 glasses of water a day.
Immediately after the treatment, there may be redness, bruising, swelling, tenderness, and/or itching near the treated area. This is normal and generally disappears within a few hours to a few days.
Ice can be applied periodically to reduce swelling. You may also take pain medications, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) or Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, ect.). However, taking Ibuprofen or Aspirin may exacerbate bruising, as they have blood-thinning properties.
To help alleviate bruising, we recommend the topical application of Arnica; a natural ointment commonly used to reduce bruising.
Minimize movement of the treated area by avoiding exercise 24-48 hours after you appointment. However, if there is a visible bump, you can massage the area. The products will soften into the skin naturally within a few days.
Do not go tanning, sunbathing or sauna for 48 hours.
Do not smoke for at least 4 hours after.
Have the area clean and make up free for 4 hours minimum.
Sleep on your back with your head elevated.
Do not sleep on your face.
Do not lay down for 4-6 hours after the treatment.