When you choose to have a treatment at a medical spa, aftercare is just as important as pre-treatment care. Opting to not follow your health professional’s aftercare instructions can undo all the wonderful effects of your treatment, so be careful to ask as many questions as you need in order to get a good picture of what’s really required to receive the maximum benefits of your medical spa procedure. This information will all be provided during your consultation, but here’s an idea of the recommended aftercare for various types of medical spa treatments.

Laser Facial Aftercare

Never pick at or scratch at your face after a laser facial treatment. If your skin feels dry and itchy, apply a moisturizer for sensitive skin to the area. Make sure it is fragrance free. Avoid heat such as hot tubs and saunas for 1-2 days.

Always use a sun block that has a minimum rating of SPF 30. It is important to always wear sun block even as you are leaving the medical spa. Sunlight can damage the skin and take away from the positive effects of the treatment. If you have redness or swelling immediately after the treatment, you may use a wrapped icepack as needed. You can wear makeup again the day after treatment.

BOTOX® Aftercare

The day you receive your injection at the medical spa, do not do anything that could elevate your blood pressure or interact with the injection site: strenuous exercise, massages, or other cosmetic procedures such as a microdermabrasions are no-nos for a few days.

Exercise the muscles of the injection site about ten times every hour for 2 hours after treatment.

Avoid tanning, hot tubs, and sunbathing for the first few days after this medical spa treatment. Do not lie down within three hours of BOTOX®. Avoid drinking alcohol or taking any anti-inflammatory medications for the first 24 hours as it could increase bruising and discomfort. Apply a cold compress if needed for a few minutes after the treatment.

Laser Hair Removal Aftercare

Do not rub, pick, or scratch at the treated area. You also should not wax, pluck or tweeze the treated area in any way between treatments. Exercise can cause perspiration. Your medical spa professional can advise you when it is safe to resume exercise. Avoid heat such as hot tubs and saunas for 1-2 days.

For all medical spa treatments, it is good practice to shield yourself from the sun by wearing clothing that completely covers the treated area or wearing a sunblock rated SPF 30 or higher. Use a mild fragrance free cleanser to wash the treated areas, and avoid shaving until your consulting doctor tells you it is ok to do. Do not use products that irritate the skin.

Medical spa treatments are an excellent way to improve your appearance and boost your self-esteem. The healthy, glowing skin you have after a treatment makes it all worthwhile, but like everything else, you have to protect your investment! Fortunately it is easy to practice smart aftercare if you just ask your doctor about it during your consultation or post-treatment. By following some simple precautions and restrictions, you’ll get the most out of your sessions, and the world will enjoy the radiant presence of your best self.

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