Apply ice on and off as much as possible this evening to reduce swelling.

Avoid exercise for the following lengths of time:

Smooth threads only: 1 day
Lifting threads: 3 days
Brow lift: 1 week

Sleep with head elevated for 2-3 days and avoid laying on side for 2 days.

Avoid aggressive or excessive chewing and crunchy foods for 2 days.

Avoid makeup or any other facial product for 24 hours.

Leave any scar patches in place for 2-3 days. Wash face as normal.

For bruising, use DerMend bruise cream 6-8 times daily until resolved. DerMend is available in our office or at Walgreens. Also continue to ice which will help bruising resolve.

When possible, please avoid NSAIDS (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Aleve, etc) and fish oil prior to and after treatments, which can decrease your chances of bruising. If you were currently taking blood-thinners prior to today’s treatment, you are more likely to experience bruising. It is temporary and will resolve in 1-2 weeks. Bruising will resolve much quicker with the use of DerMend cream.

For pain relief, ok to take Tylenol as needed.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call our office at 941.264.1161 and one of our nurses will be glad to assist you.