Aftercare
HIFU skin tightening aftercare
This guide is for after your appointment. For what the treatment involves, prices and booking, see HIFU skin tightening in Wymondham, near Norwich.
What to do
- Be gentle with the treated skin for the first few days and avoid rubbing or massaging it
- Avoid saunas, steam rooms, hot baths and strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- Skip retinoids, exfoliating acids and scrubs for a few days
- Wear a broad spectrum SPF every day
- Keep your skin moisturised with gentle, fragrance-free products
What is normal
- Temporary redness
- Tenderness in the treated area
- Mild swelling, which usually settles within a few days
When to call
Less common complications include burns, altered sensation in the treated area and unwanted changes to facial fat. A full consultation is carried out before treatment to make sure HIFU is suitable for you, and you can contact the clinic straight away if anything worries you afterwards.
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.
More about hifu skin tightening
Follow-up and review appointments are booked the same way as any other appointment. If you would like Annie to check how you are healing, book a review or call the clinic.
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