Before & Aftercare
Click on any of the treatments below to view before and aftercare information, as well as any potential risks or side effects.
If you have any queries, please contact us.
Anti-Wrinkle Injections (Botulinum Toxin)
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre- and post-treatment.
Stop alcohol, caffeine, and ibuprofen before and after to minimise bruising.
Avoid smoking until injection sites heal.
Avoid alcohol 24 hours prior.
Arrive with clean skin.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness, swelling, bruising
Temporary headache or flu-like symptoms
Eyelid/brow/lip droop (temporary)
Uneven or unsatisfactory result
Cold sores may be triggered by facial injections
Rare allergic reaction
Aftercare:
Do not touch/rub injection sites for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
No strenuous exercise, alcohol, saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for ideally 2 weeks.
Remain upright 4–6 hours.
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
Wear SPF 30+.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Brow Lamination, Tint & Wax
Before Care:
Avoid using retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days around the brow area.
Do not use tanning or bleaching products 48 hours prior.
Patch test required at least 12 hours before treatment.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness or slight swelling
Temporary irritation or sensitivity
Rare allergic reaction to tinting/lamination solutions
Aftercare:
Keep brows dry for at least 24 hours (no water, steam, saunas, swimming).
Do not apply makeup or harsh skincare to the area for 24 hours.
Leave conditioning treatment on for at least 12 hours post-treatment.
Gently brush brows into place after 24 hours.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Chemical Peels
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days before/after.
Avoid tanning/sunbeds.
Patch test required at least 12 hours prior to treatment.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness, tingling, tightness
Mild skin peeling may occur
Pigmentation change
Rare scarring
Aftercare:
Keep skin well moisturised.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid active skincare for 7 days.
Wear SPF 30+ daily.
3-6 treatments recommended for optimal results.
May experience some slight skin peeling post treatment.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Dermal Fillers
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre/post.
Stop alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen before and after.
Avoid smoking until injection sites heal.
Arrive with clean skin.
Risks / Side Effects:
Swelling, redness, bruising
Lumps or unevenness
Migration of filler
Infection or abscess
Vascular occlusion (rare but serious)
Cold sores may be triggered
Aftercare:
Do not touch for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for 2 weeks.
Do not sleep on your side if cheeks/jaw treated (filler needs to set).
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
Wear SPF 30+.
Drink water to help dermal fillers last longer.
May require more than 1 treatment to reach desired outcome.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Dermaplaning
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre/post.
Avoid tanning/sunbeds for 48 hours before treatment.
Arrive with clean skin, free of makeup.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness, mild sensitivity
Slight peeling or dryness
Rare allergic reaction to products used
Breakouts may occur temporarily
Aftercare:
Keep skin moisturised.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid active skincare (retinol, acids, scrubs) for 5–7 days.
Wear SPF 30+ daily.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Exosome Therapy
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre/post.
Stop alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen before and after.
Avoid smoking until healing.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness, swelling, sensitivity
Rare allergic response
Cold sores may be triggered
Aftercare:
Do not touch for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for 2 weeks.
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
No makeup for 24 hours.
Wear SPF 30+.
3-6 treatments recommended for optimal results 4 weeks apart.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Eyelash Lift & Tint
Before Care:
Avoid using retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days around the eye area.
Do not wear eye makeup to your appointment.
Patch test required at least 12 hours prior.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness, mild irritation, watery eyes
Rare allergic reaction to tinting/lifting solution
Over-processing may cause lash dryness
Aftercare:
Keep lashes dry for at least 24 hours (no water, steam, sauna, swimming).
Avoid rubbing or applying mascara for 24 hours.
Leave conditioning treatment on for at least 12 hours post-treatment.
Use lash serum/conditioner regularly for best results.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Facials
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days.
Avoid tanning 48 hours prior.
Risks / Side Effects:
Temporary redness or sensitivity
Rare allergic reaction
Aftercare:
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Resume normal skincare next day (except actives mentioned above).
Wear SPF 30+ daily.
Regular treatments recommended for optimal results.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Fat Dissolving Injections
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre/post.
Stop alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen before and after.
Avoid smoking until healing.
Lemon bottle fat dissolving is not suitable if allergic to pineapple.
Risks / Side Effects:
Swelling (especially chin)
Bruising, redness, tenderness
Numbness or hardness
Cold sores may be triggered
Rare allergic reaction
Aftercare:
Do not touch for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for 2 weeks.
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
Use ice packs to reduce swelling.
Drink plenty of water to break down and eliminate fat.
Massage treated area daily (after injection sites heal), for 1 week.
Wear SPF 30+.
3-6 treatments recommended for optimal results.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Filler Dissolving (Hyaluronidase)
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre/post.
Stop alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen before and after.
Avoid smoking until healing.
Not suitable if allergic to bees.
Patch test recommended.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness, swelling, bruising
Dissolving of unintended filler
Temporary unevenness
Allergic reaction possible
Aftercare:
Do not touch for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for 2 weeks.
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
Wear SPF 30+.
More than 1 session maybe required.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Microneedling
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre/post.
Stop alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen before and after.
Avoid smoking until healing.
Avoid tanning/sunbeds 1 week prior.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness, warmth, swelling
Sensitivity
Rare infection
Aftercare:
Do not touch for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for 2 weeks.
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
No makeup for 24 hours.
Gentle skincare only.
Wear SPF 30+.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Polynucleotide Treatments
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre/post.
Stop alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen before and after.
Avoid smoking until injection sites heal.
Not suitable if allergic to fish.
Risks / Side Effects:
Redness, swelling, tenderness
Bruising
Temporary skin lumps
Cold sores may be triggered
Rare infection
Aftercare:
Do not touch for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for 2 weeks.
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
Protect skin from UV.
Wear SPF 30+.
3-6 treatments recommended for optimal results, 4 weeks apart.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Skin Boosters
Before Care:
Stop retinol, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, Vitamin E for 5–7 days pre/post.
Stop alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen before and after.
Avoid smoking until injection sites heal.
Risks / Side Effects:
Small bumps at injection sites (settle in 24–48 hrs)
Mild bruising, redness, or swelling
Infection (rare)
Cold sores may be triggered
Aftercare:
Do not touch for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for 2 weeks.
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
Results build gradually.
Wear SPF 30+.
2-3 treatments recommended for optimal results 4 weeks apart.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.
Vitamin Injections (B12/Biotin)
Before Care:
Stop alcohol, caffeine, ibuprofen before and after.
Avoid smoking until injection sites heal.
Risks / Side Effects:
Temporary redness, swelling, bruising
Mild headache or dizziness
Rare allergic reaction
Aftercare:
Do not touch for 12 hours.
Avoid chlorine for 12 hours.
Avoid saunas, steam rooms, sunbeds for 2 weeks.
No other treatments in the area for 2 weeks.
Stay hydrated.
Wear SPF 30+.
Contact Ambient Aesthetics if any concerns.