Aftercare
Biostimulators
What to do
- Follow any massage instructions Annie gives you, as some products need regular massage for the first few days
- No makeup over the injection points for twelve hours
- No alcohol, strenuous exercise, saunas or steam rooms for 24 hours
- Avoid extreme heat or cold on the area until any swelling has settled
- No facials, peels or other treatments over the area for two weeks
- Contact the clinic straight away if you have any concerns
What is normal
- Redness, swelling and tenderness at the injection sites for a few days
- Bruising, which can take up to two weeks to fade
- Temporary firmness in the treated area as the product settles
When to call
As with any injectable placed beneath the skin, the most serious risk is vascular occlusion, where product blocks or compresses a blood vessel. It is rare. Because biostimulators cannot be dissolved in the same way as hyaluronic acid filler, there is also a small risk of nodules or lumps that are harder to correct. Annie follows recognised complication protocols, and you are given a number to call straight away if you notice unusual pain, whitening or mottling of the skin, or any change in your vision.
The clinic number is 07359 836026. If you are worried, call or message rather than wait. If you cannot reach us and it is urgent, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.