Aftercare

After undergoing an aesthetic procedure, it’s important for clients to follow specific aftercare instructions to ensure optimal results and minimize the risk of complications. 1. Follow Provider's Instructions - Carefully adhere to the aftercare instructions provided by your practitioner, as they are tailored to the specific procedure you’ve undergone. - Attend all follow-up appointments as scheduled. 2. Manage Swelling and Bruising - Apply a cold compress for 10–15 minutes at a time (if recommended). Avoid direct contact between ice and the skin to prevent burns. - Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling. - Avoid strenuous activities and exercises for the first 24–48 hours (or as instructed). 3. Avoid Touching or Manipulating the Area - Refrain from touching, rubbing, or massaging the treated area unless specifically instructed to do so. - Avoid wearing makeup or using harsh skincare products on the treated area for at least 24 hours (or longer if advised). 4. Protect Your Skin - Stay out of direct sunlight and use a high-SPF sunscreen, especially if the procedure involved lasers or chemical peels. - Avoid tanning beds and heat sources like saunas or hot showers for a few days. 5. Stay Hydrated and Nourished - Drink plenty of water to aid healing. - Avoid alcohol and smoking, as they can slow down the recovery process and affect results. 6. Be Patient - Results often take time to fully develop. Swelling, redness, or minor asymmetry may resolve as healing progresses. - Don’t judge the final outcome until the recommended waiting period (often weeks to months, depending on the procedure). 7. Know When to Seek Help - Contact your provider immediately if you experience severe pain, significant swelling, fever, or any signs of infection, such as warmth or redness that spreads. 8. Maintain Realistic Expectations - Keep in mind that results may not be permanent and could require maintenance treatments or adjustments.

After an SPMU lip blush procedure, follow these aftercare guidelines to promote healing and achieve the best results: 1. Follow Your Technician’s Instructions - Adhere to the aftercare advice provided by your technician. - Attend any scheduled touch-up appointments to perfect the results. 2. Keep the Area Clean and Hydrated - Avoid touching your lips with unclean hands. - Use only the recommended healing balm to keep lips moisturized. 3. Avoid Picking or Irritating the Lips - Let scabs or flakes fall off naturally—do not pick or peel. - Avoid spicy, salty, or acidic foods that might irritate healing lips. 4. Protect Lips from Moisture and Sunlight - Avoid swimming, saunas, or sweating excessively for 7–10 days. - Stay out of direct sunlight and use SPF on your lips once healed. 5. Be Patient with Healing - Expect swelling and scabbing in the first few days; the color will soften as lips heal. - Final results appear after 4–6 weeks. 6. Know When to Seek Help - Contact your technician if you notice severe pain, excessive swelling, or signs of infection like redness or discharge.

After a semi-permanent makeup (SPMU) brows procedure, follow these aftercare tips to promote healing and achieve the best results: 1. Follow Your Technician’s Instructions - Stick to the aftercare routine provided by your artist, including any recommended products. - Attend the scheduled touch-up session to perfect the results. 2. Keep Brows Clean and Dry - Avoid getting your brows wet for the first 7–10 days. Use a damp cotton pad to gently clean the area if necessary. - Refrain from applying makeup or skincare products to the brow area during healing. 3. Avoid Touching or Picking - Let scabs or flakes fall off naturally—don’t pick, scratch, or rub the area, as this can cause uneven healing or pigment loss. 4. Avoid Heat and Moisture - Avoid saunas, steam rooms, swimming, or intense workouts that cause sweating for at least a week. - Stay out of direct sunlight and avoid tanning beds during healing. 5. Use Healing Products Sparingly - Apply the provided ointment or balm as directed to keep the area moisturized, but don’t overdo it. 6. Be Patient with Healing - Expect your brows to go through phases of scabbing, flaking, and fading before the final color settles after 4–6 weeks. - The initial color will appear darker but will soften and lighten over time. 7. Know When to Seek Help - Contact your technician if you notice excessive swelling, redness, or signs of infection like pus or severe pain.

After a skin booster procedure, follow these aftercare tips to ensure optimal results and support healing: 1. Follow Your Provider’s Instructions - Adhere to the aftercare advice given by your practitioner, including recommended skincare products. - Avoid touching or massaging the treated area unless directed. 2. Avoid Heat and Strenuous Activities - Refrain from hot baths, saunas, or intense exercise for 24–48 hours to minimize swelling and bruising. - Avoid direct sunlight and tanning beds for at least a week. Use a high-SPF sunscreen if going outside. 3. Skip Harsh Products - Avoid exfoliants, retinols, and strong active ingredients for at least 3–7 days. Stick to a gentle cleanser and soothing moisturizer. 4. Minimize Alcohol and Smoking - Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 24 hours, as they can interfere with healing and hydration. 5. Stay Hydrated - Drink plenty of water to maximize the hydrating effects of the skin booster. 6. Be Patient with Results - Some redness, swelling, or mild bruising is normal and should resolve in a few days. - Results typically improve over 2–4 weeks as the booster integrates with your skin. 7. Know When to Seek Help - Contact your provider if you notice severe pain, excessive swelling, or signs of infection like warmth, redness, or discharge.

After a hair laser removal procedure, follow these aftercare tips to protect your skin and enhance results: 1. Avoid Sun Exposure - Keep the treated area out of direct sunlight for at least 2 weeks. - Use sunscreen with SPF 30+ on exposed areas to prevent irritation and pigmentation. 2. Keep the Area Cool - Avoid hot showers, baths, saunas, or steam rooms for 24–48 hours. - Use a cool compress or soothing gel (like aloe vera) if the skin feels warm or sensitive. 3. Be Gentle with Your Skin - Avoid harsh scrubs, exfoliants, or chemical products (e.g., retinoids or acids) for at least a week. - Don’t shave, wax, or pluck hair from the treated area—shaving is fine if needed, but only after 24–48 hours. 4. Stay Hydrated and Moisturized - Drink plenty of water to support skin healing. - Apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer to soothe dryness or irritation. 5. Watch for Side Effects - Redness, swelling, or mild sensitivity is normal and should subside within a day or two. - Contact your practitioner if you experience blistering, burns, or prolonged discomfort. 6. Plan for Maintenance - Hair shedding will occur over the next 1–3 weeks. Avoid scrubbing the area; let the hair fall out naturally. - Stick to your treatment schedule, as multiple sessions are needed for long-term results.

After a HydraFacial procedure, follow these aftercare tips to maximize your results and protect your skin: 1. Keep Your Skin Hydrated - Use a gentle, hydrating moisturizer to maintain the skin’s glow. - Drink plenty of water to support hydration from within. 2. Avoid Harsh Products - Skip exfoliants, retinols, or other strong active ingredients (e.g., AHAs, BHAs, or vitamin C) for 48 hours. - Stick to a mild cleanser and soothing skincare routine. 3. Protect Your Skin - Apply sunscreen daily (SPF 30+), as your skin will be more sensitive to the sun. - Avoid direct sunlight, tanning beds, and saunas for at least 48 hours. 4. Avoid Makeup and Heavy Sweating - Refrain from wearing makeup for 24 hours to allow your skin to breathe. - Avoid intense workouts or activities that cause excessive sweating for 24 hours. 5. Maintain Results - Follow a consistent skincare routine recommended by your provider. - Consider scheduling regular HydraFacials every 4–6 weeks to maintain long-term benefits. 6. Watch for Reactions - Minor redness or sensitivity is normal but should resolve within a few hours. - Contact your provider if you experience prolonged irritation or any unusual reactions.

Here are aftercare tips for clients following BIAB (Builder in a Bottle) manicures, pedicures, or Gel-X nail extensions: 1. Be Gentle with Your Nails - Avoid using your nails as tools (e.g., to open cans or scrape surfaces) to prevent chipping or lifting. - Don’t bite or pick at your nails, as this can weaken them and damage the BIAB or Gel-X application. 2. Avoid Excessive Moisture and Heat - Wear gloves when doing household chores like cleaning or dishwashing to prevent prolonged exposure to water or chemicals. - Avoid hot water, saunas, or steam for the first 24–48 hours to allow the nails to fully cure and bond. 3. Moisturize Regularly - Keep your cuticles hydrated with cuticle oil to maintain healthy nail beds and prevent dryness or cracking. - Use hand and foot creams daily to nourish the skin around your nails. 4. Protect Your Nails from Damage - Avoid peeling off gel polish or extensions—have them professionally removed to prevent damaging your natural nails. - Refrain from filing or clipping your nails at home unless instructed by your technician. 5. Schedule Regular Maintenance - Book a fill or removal every 2–3 weeks for BIAB or Gel-X nails to maintain their strength and appearance. - Address any lifting or damage promptly to avoid infections or further issues. 6. Watch for Issues - If you notice redness, swelling, or signs of irritation around your nails, contact your technician or a healthcare professional.

Here’s aftercare advice for clients following eyelash extensions or a lash lift to maintain their results: After Eyelash Extensions 1. Keep Lashes Dry for 24–48 Hours - Avoid water, steam, or sweat during the first 24–48 hours to let the adhesive fully cure. 2. Avoid Oil-Based Products - Use oil-free cleansers and makeup removers to prevent the adhesive from breaking down. - Refrain from applying mascara or eyeliner near the lash line. 3. Be Gentle - Avoid rubbing, pulling, or twisting your lashes to prevent premature shedding. - Use a clean spoolie brush daily to gently separate and align your extensions. 4. Avoid Heat and Humidity - Stay away from saunas, steam rooms, and direct heat like ovens, which can weaken the adhesive. 5. Schedule Refills - Book maintenance appointments every 2–3 weeks to keep your lashes looking full. --- After a Lash Lift 1. Avoid Water and Moisture for 24 Hours - Refrain from wetting your lashes, sweating, or exposing them to steam within the first day. 2. Skip Makeup and Harsh Products - Avoid applying mascara or using lash serums for the first 24 hours. - Use gentle, oil-free cleansers and avoid waterproof mascara to maintain the lift. 3. Be Gentle with Your Lashes - Don’t rub your eyes or use eyelash curlers, as these can weaken the lift. 4. Stay Hydrated - Apply a lash-safe conditioning serum or oil (e.g., castor oil) after the first day to keep lashes nourished. 5. Results Last 6–8 Weeks - Your lashes will naturally return to their original state as they grow out, so consider booking another lift when the results fade. General Care Tips - Sleep on your back to avoid crushing your lashes against the pillow. - Contact your technician if you notice irritation, redness, or excessive shedding.

After an Eyebrow Tint, Wax, or Lamination procedure, follow these aftercare tips to maintain your results and protect your skin: 1. Avoid Moisture for 24 Hours - Keep your brows dry—avoid water, steam, sweat, or oil-based products. - Skip activities like swimming, saunas, or intense workouts. 2. Avoid Makeup and Skincare Products - Refrain from applying makeup or heavy skincare products to the brow area for 24–48 hours. - Use gentle, non-irritating cleansers around your brows. 3. Moisturise Your Brows - Apply a nourishing oil or brow serum (e.g., castor oil) after 24 hours to keep hairs hydrated and soft. - Avoid over-applying product to prevent clogging pores or irritation. 4. Be Gentle with Your Brows - Avoid touching, rubbing, or sleeping directly on your brows. - Do not exfoliate or use harsh products around the brow area for at least a week. 5. Protect Your Skin - If waxing caused redness or sensitivity, avoid sun exposure for 24–48 hours and use sunscreen when outdoors. - Avoid tanning beds or chemical peels near the brows for a few days. 6. Maintain Your Lamination Results - Comb your brows daily with a spoolie to keep the laminated shape intact. - Avoid heavy oils or greasy products that may disrupt the lamination. 7. Watch for Irritation - Redness or mild irritation is normal after waxing and lamination but should subside within 24 hours. - Contact your technician if you experience prolonged redness, swelling, or discomfort.

After a waxing procedure, follow these aftercare tips to soothe the skin and prevent irritation: 1. Avoid Heat and Friction - Refrain from hot showers, baths, saunas, or tanning for at least 24–48 hours. - Avoid tight clothing that can irritate the waxed area. 2. Soothe the Skin - Apply a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer or aloe vera to calm the skin. - Avoid products with alcohol, retinol, or strong exfoliants for 48 hours. 3. Stay Clean and Dry - Avoid swimming pools, hot tubs, or intense workouts for 24 hours to reduce the risk of infection. - Gently cleanse the area with a mild, non-irritating soap. 4. Prevent Ingrown Hairs - Start exfoliating the area 48 hours post-waxing to prevent ingrown hairs, using a gentle scrub or exfoliating mitt. - Keep the area moisturized to soften the skin and hair regrowth. 5. Avoid Touching or Scratching - Do not scratch or pick at the waxed area, as this can irritate the skin or cause infections. 6. Be Sun Safe - If waxing exposed areas (e.g., face or legs), apply sunscreen (SPF 30+) when going outside, as freshly waxed skin is more sensitive to UV rays. 7. Know What’s Normal - Slight redness or sensitivity is common and should subside within a day or two. Contact your technician if you notice excessive redness, swelling, or signs of infection.

After getting hair extensions, follow these aftercare tips to maintain their longevity and keep your natural hair healthy: 1. Be Gentle with Your Hair - Avoid washing your hair for 48 hours to allow the bonds or tapes to fully set. - Brush gently using a soft-bristle or loop brush designed for extensions, starting at the ends and working upward. 2. Wash with Care - Use sulfate-free and extension-friendly shampoos and conditioners to avoid weakening the bonds. - Avoid applying conditioner directly to the roots or bonds to prevent slippage. 3. Protect Your Extensions - Avoid excessive heat styling. Use a heat protectant spray if using tools like straighteners or curling irons. - Tie your hair into a loose braid or ponytail before bed to prevent tangling. 4. Avoid Over-Wetting or Friction - Limit exposure to chlorinated or saltwater; wear a swim cap if swimming. - Avoid vigorous towel drying; instead, pat hair gently and let it air dry when possible. 5. Schedule Regular Maintenance - Visit your stylist every 6–8 weeks to check the extensions, adjust placement, or replace any loose bonds. - Avoid trying to remove extensions yourself—let a professional handle it to prevent damage to your natural hair. 6. Be Mindful of Scalp Health - Keep your scalp clean and avoid buildup around the bonds. - Massage your scalp gently to maintain healthy hair growth.