Pre & Post Treatment Instructions
For medical emergencies call 911, otherwise:
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LaVida Chandler: 480-629-4985
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LaVida Mesa: 480-844-2767
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For URGENT after-hours treatment concerns:
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If there is no answer, text or call Muschi at 602-292-4605
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If there is no answer, text or call Barb - the General Manager at 480-266-1291
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If there is no answer, repeat, or if symptoms worsen, call 911.
DiamondGlow Treatment
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days
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Accutane use within 6 months
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week
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Self-tanner use within 2 weeks​
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PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Avoid the following procedures: electrolysis, waxing, depilatory creams, laser hair removal approximately 7 days before your treatment.
• Delay the use of any these ingredients for 7 days: Hydroquinone, Acne topicals, Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Beta Hydroxy Acids, enzymes or other exfoliants.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
• Leave the chemical peel on for at least 8 hours or overnight.
• Stay cool! Avoid any excessive forms of heat; heating internally can cause hyperpigmentation. Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, no swimming, don’t workout or any activities that may cause perspiration for 24 hours.
• Avoid direct sun exposure and ALWAYS use sunscreen of at least 30 SPF.
• Do not have electrolysis, facial waxing or use depilatories creams for 7 days.
• It is normal for the skin to feel tight and itchy. Use the Post Care Kit to minimize any side effects. Your aesthetician will recommend any skin care products.
• Delay the use of any these ingredients for 7 days, Retinoids, Hydroquinone, Acne topicals, Alpha Hydroxy acids, Beta Hydroxy acids, enzymes or other exfoliants.
• Do not pick or pull on any loosening or peeling skin. This could potentially cause hyperpigmentation or scarring. The skin will generally begin peeling 2 to 3 days, however peeling can take place for the next 10 days.
• It is common for your skin to be reddened and sensitive immediately following your treatment. You may feel dry, tight and itchy, this is normal. Light flaking may occur in a few localized areas for several days but you should not necessarily expect to “peel”. The amount of peeling observed is not an indication of the effectiveness of the treatment. The amount of sloughing varies depending on the condition of your skin and the home care products that are used daily. Your skin will still benefit resulting in smoother and softer skin, a healthier glow, less oil, more moisture, refined pores, less discoloration, diminished fine lines and increased acne control.
• Do not have another facial treatment or peel until your clinician advises you to do so.
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Please report any concerns following your treatment.
Dermal Filler
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Dental work/cleanings within 2 weeks
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Vaccines/Flu shots within 2 weeks
PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Eat high protein meals prior to your appointment.
• Try to avoid alcohol, fish oils, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin or other over the counter blood thinners for 7 days prior to your appointment. If you are on blood thinners for medical reasons, please let us know ahead of time.
• To help minimize bruising as well as speed up healing, we recommend Arnica Montana (available at LaVida, if needed). Place 3 or 4 pellets under your tongue, 3 times a day, the day before your appointment and the morning of your appointment.
• Sign up for Allergan’s Alle Loyalty Rewards program, Galderma’s Aspire Rewards program, or Merz Xperience Loyalty Rewards program through the manufacturers, if desired, to earn rewards and save on future treatments. The applicable links are below. Please bring in your username to receive points.
- For Juvederm Brand Fillers: https://alle.com/register
- For Restylane Brand Fillers: https://www.aspirerewards.com/register
- For Radiesse Brand Fillers: https://app.xperiencemerz.com/signup
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Do not touch, press, rub, or manipulate the injected areas for 6 hours after treatment. You can cause irritation and infection.
• No dental work (including cleanings) 2 weeks after injections.
• Avoid exercise for 3 days after treatment.
• Avoid IPL, laser treatments, chemical peels and micropen treatments for 1 month.
• Always wear sunscreen, preferably a physical one with zinc or titanium as active ingredients.
• May use Ibuprofen and ice for mild discomfort post procedure and resume all other supplements that have a blood thinning effect such as fish oil etc.
• We recommend you not use Retin-A or like products (ex. Kinerase, Tazarac) for three days after treatment to avoid increased irritation and redness.
• It is best to wear no makeup or lipstick until the next day. Earlier use can cause pustules. If you must wear makeup we recommend a good quality mineral makeup. (such as Advanced Minerals, Jane Iredale, Youngblood, etc.)
• Please remember one side may heal faster than other side.
• Regarding your Lips: “Don’t Love Them or Hate Them for 2 weeks”. You must wait 2 weeks before retreating or correction.
Please report any increased pain, swelling, redness, blisters, or itching immediately following your treatment.
Facial/Dermaplane/Dermasweep/DiamondGlow
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Retinol or Retin-A use within 4 days
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Accutane use within 6 months
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Hylenex
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Dental work/cleanings within 2 weeks
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Vaccines/Flu shots within 2 weeks
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Eat high protein meals prior to your appointment.
• Try to avoid alcohol, fish oils, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin or other over the counter blood thinners for 7 days prior to your appointment. If you are on blood thinners for medical reasons, please let us know ahead of time.
• To help minimize bruising as well as speed up healing, we recommend Arnica Montana (available at LaVida, if needed). Place 3 or 4 pellets under your tongue, 3 times a day, the day before your appointment and the morning of your appointment.
IPL/ThermaVein
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days
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Accutane use within 6 months
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week
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Self-tanner use within 2 weeks
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PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please shave the treatment area the night before. Hair absorbs extra energy from the laser and makes it uncomfortable when the light hits the hair.
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Discontinue Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid and Vitamin C one week prior to your appointment.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Keep the treated area out of the sun and always wear 30 SPF sunscreen for 7 days after treatment. You can burn and blister even after the treatment so avoid the sun for a week.
• Avoid hot showers, hot tubs, saunas, aggressive exercise and alcohol. We’re trying to avoid anything that may trigger redness-especially when treating for redness reduction, for 48 hours afterwards. These activities will increase vasodilation which can increase redness.
• Avoid aggressive active products such as Retinol/Retin-A, Vitamin C, scrubs or polishes for a week. Skin may be sensitive and must be treated gently. Review your skincare products with your provider to ensure there are no harsh ingredients. A post procedure kit is recommended.
With IPL:
There may be a sunburned sensation and redness for several hours after the treatment. Each area usually requires a series of treatments to achieve optimal pigment and redness reduction. Nothing is permanent and you may have to repeat a treatment series in the future to maintain results or deal with newly occurring pigment and redness.
With Thermavein:
The treatment area can remain reddened and may even develop fine cat scratches or crust. Do NOT attempt to exfoliate or it may become irritated and cause hyperpigmentation to that area. Let it heal on its own. Moisturize and protect the area with SPF.
With IPL and Thermavein:
Vessel reduction may require more than one treatment depending upon the size and location of the vessels. Your laser technician with discuss which vessels will respond the best (very superficial spider veins that are red and visible through the skin) common areas are around the nose, cheeks and chin.
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Please report any prolonged redness, swelling, blisters or other unwanted side effects following your treatment.
Kybella
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Dental work/cleanings within 2 weeks
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Vaccines/Flu shots within 2 weeks
PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Eat high protein meals prior to your appointment.
• Try to avoid alcohol, fish oils, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin or other over the counter blood thinners for 7 days prior to your appointment. If you are on blood thinners for medical reasons, please let us know ahead of time.
• To help minimize bruising as well as speed up healing, we recommend Arnica Montana (available at LaVida, if needed). Place 3 or 4 pellets under your tongue, 3 times a day, the day before your appointment and the morning of your appointment.
• Sign up for Allergan’s Alle Loyalty Rewards program through the manufacturer, if desired, to earn rewards and save on future treatments. The applicable link is below. Please bring in your username to receive points.
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For Kybella: https://alle.com/register
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Ice packs may be used to the treated area during the first 12 hours – ice for 15 minutes on every hour
• Do not massage the injection site
• If you are able to tolerate ibuprofen take 200mg three times daily beginning the day of your treatment and for the following four days
• Avoid heavy exercise the day of your treatment
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Please report any significant, swelling, bleeding, pain, dusky discoloration, difficulty swallowing or smiling, or fever occurs following your treatment.
Laser Hair Reduction
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days
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Accutane use within 6 months
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week
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Self-tanner use within 2 weeks
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PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Don’t pluck or wax the area for about 2 weeks before coming in for a treatment. The laser will only target hairs that are in the follicle.
• Give the treatment area a good, close shave the day of the appointment and as close to the time of the appointment as possible. If you are planning on having your back lasered and can’t shave it yourself, we’ll shave it for you for an extra charge of $35. Just let us know while making your appointment, and we’ll schedule extra time for the shave.
• Please don’t apply any sort of products to the area. This includes lotion, deodorant, makeup and perfume. This especially applies to deodorants because the aluminum in deodorants may prevent an effective treatment.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Avoid the sun between treatments and use a good sunblock on the areas being treated. If you have gotten tan on the area, please notify your laser technician. Sunless tanning products should also be avoided once treatments start.
• Don’t pluck or wax the area between treatments. The laser will only target hairs that are in the follicle.
•Makeup may be used after treatment. It is recommended to use new makeup to reduce the possibility of infection. Just make sure that you have moisturizer on under your makeup. In fact, moisturizer will help the dead hair exfoliate from the follicle, so use moisturizer frequently and freely on the treated area. Any moisturizer without alpha-hydroxy acids will work.
• Avoid picking or scratching the treated skin.
• Anywhere from 5-30 days after the treatment, shedding of the hair may occur and this may appear as new hair growth. This is not new hair growth, but dead hair pushing its way out of the follicle. You can help the hair exfoliate by washing or wiping with a washcloth.
• You may shower after the laser treatments, and use soap, deodorant, etc. The treated area may be washed gently with a mild soap. Skin should be patted dry and not rubbed. Underarms that have been treated should be wiped with alcohol for 24 hours. You may apply deodorant after 24 hours.
• Hair re-growth occurs at different rates on different areas of the body. New hair growth will not occur for at least three weeks after treatment.
PRF
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Dental work/cleanings within 2 weeks
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Vaccines/Flu shots within 2 weeks
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PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Eat high-protein meals and drink plenty of water prior to your appointment.
•Try to avoid alcohol, fish oils, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin or other over the counter blood thinners for 7 days prior to your appointment. If you are on blood thinners for medical reasons, please let us know ahead of time.
• To help minimize bruising as well as speed up healing, we recommend Arnica Montana (available at LaVida, if needed). Place 3 or 4 pellets under your tongue, 3 times a day, the day before your appointment and the morning of your appointment.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Do not touch, press, rub, or manipulate the injected areas for 6 hours after treatment. You can cause irritation and infection.
• No dental work (including cleanings) 2 weeks after injections.
• Avoid exercise for 3 days after treatment.
• Avoid IPL, laser treatments, chemical peels and microneedling treatments for 1 month.
• Always wear sunscreen, preferably a physical one with zinc or titanium as active ingredients.
• May use Ibuprofen and ice for mild discomfort post procedure and resume all other supplements that have a blood thinning effect such as fish oil etc.
• We recommend you not use Retin-A or like products (ex. Kinerase, Tazarac) for three days after treatment to avoid increased irritation and redness.
• It is best to wear no makeup or lipstick until the next day. Earlier use can cause pustules. If you must wear makeup we recommend a good-quality mineral makeup. (such as Advanced Minerals, Jane Iredale, Youngblood, etc.)
• Please remember one side may heal faster than other side.
Possible Risks and Side Effects
• Discomfort: Discomfort may be experienced during blood draw where there is a slight pinch to insert the needle for the blood collection as well as during the procedure if PRF is injected into the site. Repeat injections may be necessary.
• Bruising, Swelling, Infection: With any minimally invasive procedure, bruising of the treated area may occur. Additionally, there may be swelling noted. Finally, skin infection is rare, but always a possibility with any injection or incision into the skin.
• Scarring: Scar at entry point is extremely rare but must always be considered a possibility when entering the skin. Delayed wound healing and/or scarring may occur.
• Contraindications: Smokers may have less response to this treatment as toxins in smoke block the response of the Stem Cells. Cell death or Fibrosis may occur.
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Please report any concerns following your treatment.
Sculptra
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Dental work/cleanings within 2 weeks
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Vaccines/Flu shots within 2 weeks
PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Eat high-protein meals prior to your appointment.
• Try to avoid alcohol, fish oils, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin or other over the counter blood thinners for 7 days prior to your appointment. If you are on blood thinners for medical reasons, please let us know ahead of time.
• To help minimize bruising as well as speed up healing, we recommend Arnica Montana (available at LaVida, if needed). Place 3 or 4 pellets under your tongue, 3 times a day, the day before your appointment and the morning of your appointment.
• Sign up for Galderma’s Aspire Rewards program through the manufacturers, if desired, to earn rewards and save on future treatments.
The applicable link is below. Please bring in your username to receive points.
- For Sculptra: https://www.aspirerewards.com/register
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
• Expect swelling and tenderness for 48 to 72 hours. Possible bruising may last about 7 days. You may apply ice packs to treated areas for the first 24 hours to minimize swelling.
• Ibuprofen may be taken to ease swelling and tenderness.
• Normal activities may be resumed immediately following treatment.
• Makeup may be applied a few hours after treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure until swelling has resolved.
• Massage treated areas 5 times a day for 5 minutes for 5 days to distribute solution and help prevent nodule formation – unless instructed not to. This may be uncomfortable for the first couple of days, but is still necessary. The easiest time to massage is when the face is moistened with cleanser or moisturizer.
• Schedule your next appointment in 4 to 6 weeks to determine if additional treatments are needed. Most patients require a minimum of two treatments.
• Results may begin to appear 4 – 6 weeks after treatment and will gradually improve for up to 12 months. Results last up to 2 years after initial treatment.
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Possible Side Effect
The delayed appearance of tiny nodules under the skin, which can appear 6 to 12 months after treatment. They are palpable, but not visible and development can be minimized by following the post treatment massage instructions.
Please report any concerns following your treatment.
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Please report any significant, swelling, bleeding, pain, dusky discoloration, difficulty swallowing or smiling, or fever occurs following your treatment.
RF Microneedling
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days
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Accutane use within 6 months
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week
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Self-tanner use within 2 weeks
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Skin infection/disease
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Bleeding disorder
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Prone to Keloids
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Pacemaker/stent/metal implant/cochlear implant
PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Use DITOX twice daily (morning and night) starting 5 days before your appointment.
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Avoid exfoliants, Hydroquinone, and Benzoyl Peroxide 3 days prior
• Avoidance of IPL/Laser procedures 10 days prior to treatment
• No waxing, depilatory creams or electrolysis 5-7 days prior to the treatment.
• No shaving the day of the procedure.
• No significant changes in the skin recently including breakdown of skin, excess dryness or sensitivity.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Avoid direct sunlight.
• Treat skin gently, washing with gentle cleanser, cool water, using hands only and pat dry no earlier than 6 hours after treatment and preferable not until the following morning.
• Avoid strenuous exercise or sweating for 24 hours due to open pores
• Redness or sensitivity might be present (and last up to a few days) after treatment
• Use Tylenol only as needed for mild tenderness, you may experience discomfort, redness, mild swelling or itching after treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure for 7 to 10 days. Apply a minimum of SPF 30 every 2 hours if out in the sun (which is NOT recommended)
• May restart Retinol/Retin-A, Vitamin C or any Alpha Hydroxy or Glycolic Acid products in 7 days
• Recommend follow up and repeat treatments in 4 weeks and for best results a series of 3 – 5 treatments
Day 2 (the day after treatment): Cleanse with a gentle cleanser, apply REPAIR in AM, followed by sunscreen. Repeat cleansing at night and apply REPAIR again. Repeat for 4 more days following your treatment. Stay away from exfoliants or any acids that are present in cleansers/serums/moisturizers as these can make your skin very dry and irritated after the procedure. Be sure to use an approved SPF 30 or greater sunscreen.
Day 3 – 7: Within approximately 3 days following your medical micro-needling procedure, you may notice skin dryness, redness, discomfort, mild swelling or itchy skin. During this period, you may apply your regular skin moisturizer, OR continue with your post-peel kit which is strongly encouraged. Also please follow any specific instructions given to you by your Medical Aesthetician. Each treatment we do is customized to your skin tone and texture.
Days 7+: A week after the medical micro-needling procedure, most patients notice that their skin is smoother and more radiant. Continue with sun protection every day and reapply every 2 hours if outdoors.
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Please report any concerns following your treatment.
Tixel
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Topical antibiotic/steroid use within 7 days
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Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days
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Accutane use within 6 months
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week
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Skin infection/disease
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Blood thinner use
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PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Use DITOX twice daily (morning and night) starting 5 days before your appointment.
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Immediately after your treatment, swelling, “pinkness” and sunburn sensation is normal and can last from several hours to up to 1-2 days. Your skin may feel dry, tight, sensitive to touch.
• Do not apply any topicals other than exosomes, as directed, for 6 hours after your treatment.
• Sleep on your back for the first night.
• You may use ice and cold air for discomfort during this period. You can also take over the counter Ibuprofen for discomfort.
• Avoid strenuous activity, sun exposure, sweating, sauna, jacuzzi, hot showers for up to 3 days or longer if your skin still feels sensitive.
• If you are prone to fever blisters, please make sure to let us know so we can call in an antiviral for you to take during your treatment.
• You can wear makeup the day following your treatment.
Day 2-5: Cleanse with a gentle cleanser, apply REPAIR in AM, followed by sunscreen. Bronze micro spots (stamp marks) can be seen. Do not pick, scratch or scrub. Can cover with makeup. Repeat cleansing at night and apply REPAIR again.
Day 6-10: Pigment will start to soften, flake and fade. You may start all of your regular products after using exosomes REPAIR for 5 days.
Please report any concerns following your treatment.
PDO Thread
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Dental work/cleanings within 2 weeks
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Vaccines/Flu shots within 2 weeks
PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Eat high-protein meals prior to your appointment.
• Take a thorough shower and shampoo the morning or night before. This will decrease bacteria in the area
• Try to avoid alcohol, fish oils, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, or other over the counter blood thinners for 7 days prior to your appointment. If you are on blood thinners for medical reasons, please let us know ahead of time.
• To help minimize bruising as well as speed up healing, we recommend Arnica Montana (available at LaVida, if needed). Place 3 or 4 pellets under your tongue, 3 times a day, the day before your appointment and the morning of your appointment.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• May go back to most regular activities; however, rest, avoid showers, avoid washing hair and only eat soft foods for the next 24 hours.
• Apply ice and take Tylenol or Ibuprofen for pain and to reduce inflammation.
• Avoid drinking or smoking for 1-2 weeks to prevent possible infection (very rare).
• Avoid lying on side of face for 3-5 days to decrease possibility of thread drifting from where it was placed. We recommend sleeping on back, if possible.
• Stay out of sun for 5 days to reduce the chance of infection from sweating, wind and dust. Always wear SPF applied with clean fingers.
• Avoid exfoliating devices and irritating products such as Retin-A, Hydroquinone or Vitamin C for 7 days.
• Avoid dental work (including cleanings) for 6 weeks due to tenderness and movement restriction of jaw.
• No excessive movement with your face over the next 2 to 4 weeks. Strong animation can irritate threads and cause sensitivity. Be aware of aggressive chewing, yawning, smiling, big expressions etc.
• Avoid yoga, heavy physical exercise or exertion for 2-3 weeks.
• Avoid IPL, laser resurfacing, peels and other treatments 4 weeks.
• Avoid heat therapies and massage in the treated area for 4-8 weeks.
Normal and Expected Concerns
• Bruising, swelling and soreness. If bruising is visible, you can start taking oral Arnica and apply topical arnica cream.
• Asymmetry and irregularity of the tissues treated is common and will resolve.
• Tenderness and tightness at treated areas is common – this may last up to 14 days after treatment.
• Puckering at some entry points is common as we try to achieve the best lift. It will resolve on its own over 7-14 days. You can also discuss with your provider what is acceptable to you. Every face is different. The more laxity that you have, the more temporary puckering you may experience.
• Hearing an occasional click as the threads settle in and the puckering is released is common.
• Depending on the type of threads placed, it may take 6-8 weeks for the full treatment effect.
Please report any increased redness, swelling, or pain at an insertion site, exposed or extruding threads.
Botox/Dysport/Xeomin
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Vaccines/Flu shots within 24 hours
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
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No laying down for 4 hours after treatment
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No exercise for 24 hours after treatment
Microneedling
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days
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Accutane use within 6 months
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week
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Self-tanner use within 2 weeks
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PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Avoid exfoliants, Hydroquinone, and Benzoyl Peroxide 3 days prior
• Avoidance of IPL/Laser procedures 10 days prior to treatment
• No waxing, depilatory creams or electrolysis 5-7 days prior to the treatment.
• No shaving the day of the procedure.
• No significant changes in the skin recently including breakdown of skin, excess dryness or sensitivity.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
• Avoid direct sunlight.
• Treat skin gently, washing with gentle cleanser, cool water, using hands only and pat dry no earlier than 6 hours after treatment and preferably not until the following morning.
• Avoid strenuous exercise or sweating for 24 hours due to open pores
• Redness or sensitivity might be present (and last up to a few days) after treatment
• Use Tylenol only as needed for mild tenderness, you may experience discomfort, redness, mild swelling or itching after treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure for 7 to 10 days. Apply a minimum of SPF 30 every 2 hours if out in the sun (which is NOT recommended)
• May restart Retinol/Retin-A, Vitamin C, or any Alpha Hydroxy or Glycolic Acid products in 7 days
• Recommend follow-up and repeat treatments in 4 weeks and for best results a series of 3 – 5 treatments
Day 2 (the day after treatment): You may clean your face with suggested post-care and apply makeup (mineral only), lotions and other topical products as usual. Stay away from exfoliants or any acids that are present in cleansers/serums/moisturizers as these can make your skin very dry and irritated after the procedure. Be sure to use an approved SPF 30 or greater sunscreen.
Day 3 – 7: Within approximately 3 days following your medical microneedling procedure, you may notice skin dryness, redness, discomfort, mild swelling, or itchy skin. During this period, you may apply your regular skin moisturizer, OR continue with your post-peel kit which is strongly encouraged. Also, please follow any specific instructions given to you by your Medical Aesthetician. Each treatment we do is customized to your skin tone and texture.
Days 7+: A week after the medical microneedling procedure, most patients notice that their skin is smoother and more radiant. Continue with sun protection every day and reapply every 2 hours if outdoors.
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Please report any concerns following your treatment.
Chemical Peel
PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
Contraindications:
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Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding
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Antibiotic use within 10 days
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Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days
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Accutane use within 6 months
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Active cold sore or fever blister
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Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week
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Self-tanner use within 2 weeks
PREPARING FOR APPOINTMENT:
• Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.
• Avoid the following procedures: electrolysis, waxing, depilatory creams, laser hair removal approximately 7 days before your treatment.
• Delay the use of any these ingredients for 7 days: Hydroquinone, Acne topicals, Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Beta Hydroxy Acids, enzymes or other exfoliants.
POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS
• Leave the chemical peel on for at least 8 hours or overnight.
• Stay cool! Avoid any excessive forms of heat; heating internally can cause hyperpigmentation. Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, no swimming, don’t workout or any activities that may cause perspiration for 24 hours.
• Avoid direct sun exposure and ALWAYS use sunscreen of at least 30 SPF.
• Do not have electrolysis, facial waxing or use depilatories creams for 7 days.
• It is normal for the skin to feel tight and itchy. Use the Post Care Kit to minimize any side effects. Your aesthetician will recommend any skin care products.
• Delay the use of any these ingredients for 7 days, Retinoids, Hydroquinone, Acne topicals, Alpha Hydroxy acids, Beta Hydroxy acids, enzymes or other exfoliants.
• Do not pick or pull on any loosening or peeling skin. This could potentially cause hyperpigmentation or scarring. The skin will generally begin peeling 2 to 3 days, however peeling can take place for the next 10 days.
• It is common for your skin to be reddened and sensitive immediately following your treatment. You may feel dry, tight and itchy, this is normal. Light flaking may occur in a few localized areas for several days but you should not necessarily expect to “peel”. The amount of peeling observed is not an indication of the effectiveness of the treatment. The amount of sloughing varies depending on the condition of your skin and the home care products that are used daily. Your skin will still benefit resulting in smoother and softer skin, a healthier glow, less oil, more moisture, refined pores, less discoloration, diminished fine lines and increased acne control.
• Do not have another facial treatment or peel until your clinician advises you to do so.
Please report any concerns following your treatment.