PATIENT INFORMATION

The information on this page has been put together to help you prepare for treatment, understand factors that may affect your appointment and answer some of the questions patients commonly ask before treatment.

Every patient is different. If you are unsure whether any of the information below applies to your individual circumstances, please contact your practitioner prior to your appointment.

Attending a special event?

Timing is everything.

If you have an important event approaching, don’t leave your treatment until the last minute.

All treatments require time to settle and final results are not immediate. Bruising and swelling can also occur, with healing times varying from person to person.

While bruises are TEMPORARY and will fade with time, they don’t always disappear on a schedule that suits your social calendar. The more time you allow between treatment and your event, the better.

If you are worried about bruising you can find more information here- All about bruising

Beauty & skin treatments

Many beauty and cosmetic treatments require planning and appropriate timing to achieve the best possible outcome.

This may include treatments such as eyebrow waxing, tinting, threading, eyelash extensions, facials, dermal therapies, cosmetic tattooing and massage.

Following treatment, the treated area may require time to settle and heal. For this reason, it is often recommended that beauty treatments and cosmetic treatments are not scheduled too closely together.

As a general guide, beauty treatments are often best scheduled at least two weeks before or two weeks after cosmetic treatment, unless otherwise advised by your practitioner.

Please also keep in mind that your beauty therapist or treatment provider may have their own recommendations regarding treatment timing.

If you have any questions about specific treatments, please contact your practitioner.

UPCOMING TRAVEL

If you are planning overseas travel, we recommend scheduling your treatments well in advance of your departure date.

Travelling immediately after treatment is not ideal. Flying can contribute to swelling, dehydration and discomfort, particularly following hydrating or volumising treatments.

In addition, should an unexpected complication occur, it is important that you remain available for review by your treating practitioner.

As a general guide, we recommend avoiding cosmetic treatments within 10 days of international travel.

Domestic travel is usually less restrictive, however treatment timing should still be considered when making your plans.

Where possible, we recommend allowing 4–6 weeks between treatment and significant travel plans to ensure you are looking and feeling your best before departure.

Dental work

It is generally recommended to avoid volumising treatments for two weeks before and two weeks after dental procedures.

Dental treatment can introduce bacteria into the mouth and bloodstream. If an active dental infection, abscess or significant inflammation is present, treatment in the area may increase the risk of complications.

If you have upcoming dental work or are currently experiencing dental concerns, please discuss this with your practitioner prior to treatment.

ENSURing YOU ARE FIT & WELL

If you are feeling unwell, it is generally best to postpone your appointment until you have recovered.

Cold and flu symptoms, chest infections, sinus infections and active cold sores may increase the risk of complications and may affect healing following treatment.

Being unwell can also increase the likelihood of bruising, swelling and delayed recovery.

If you are currently taking antibiotics or receiving treatment for an infection, it is generally best to postpone treatment until the course has been completed.

PREGNANCY & BREAST FEEDING

Due to limited safety data, the risks associated with cosmetic treatments during pregnancy and breastfeeding are not fully understood.

For this reason, cosmetic treatments are not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding and will not be performed during this time.

If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or currently breastfeeding, please ensure this is discussed with your practitioner prior to booking treatment.

Medications, vaccinations & Health changes

Health and Medication Changes

If your health, medications or medical history have changed since your last appointment, please let your practitioner know prior to treatment,

even if you think the change may be irrelevant.

Changes in health and medications are rarely a reason not to proceed with treatment. However, they may affect your treatment plan, healing, outcome or longevity of results and should always be discussed with your practitioner.

Vaccinations

It is advised to avoid treatments for two weeks before and after receiving a COVID-19 vaccination or flu vaccination due to the potential for increased swelling and immune system activation.

Other vaccinations are generally acceptable, however this can depend on the vaccine and your individual health status. Please let your practitioner know if you have recently received or are planning to receive a vaccination.

Cold Sores

If you have previously had facial herpes simplex (cold sores), it is important to disclose this prior to treatment. Certain treatments may trigger a recurrence, even if you have not experienced an outbreak for many years.

Please let your practitioner know if you have ever had a cold sore in the area being treated and reschedule your appointment if you have an active cold sore.

If you have a history of cold sores and are planning treatment in the affected area, preventative antiviral medication may be recommended prior to your appointment.

Weight loss & weight loss medications

Weight loss medications, as well as other medications and supplements known to cause weight loss, may influence the outcome and longevity of cosmetic treatments.

Significant changes in body weight can have a noticeable impact on facial volume and overall facial structure.

When weight is lost, particularly in larger amounts or over a short period of time, fat is also lost from the face. This can result in volume loss, increased tissue laxity and changes to facial proportions.

Patients undergoing significant weight loss may feel that previous treatments are not lasting as long as expected. In many cases, the treatment itself has not worn off more quickly, however changes in facial volume may alter the overall appearance and treatment outcome.

GLP-1 weight loss medications do not prevent cosmetic treatments from being performed. However, the rapid and significant weight loss often associated with these medications can accelerate changes in facial volume and structure, which may affect the appearance and longevity of existing treatments.

If you are currently taking weight loss medications, have recently commenced a medication associated with weight loss, or are undertaking a significant weight loss journey, please let your practitioner know prior to treatment.

Additional treatments may occasionally be required to restore volume and maintain your desired outcome.

UPDATING FORMS

Medical history and treatment consent forms must be updated every 12 months.

You may also receive treatment-specific forms depending on the treatment you have booked.

It is important that these forms are read and completed PRIOR to your appointment so we can assess your suitability for treatment, identify any health or medication changes and ensure your file remains up to date.

PLEASE NOTE:

The above provides general information and basic education. It should not be considered as medical advice or be used for diagnostic purposes.

Always seek the advice of a qualified medical practitioner with any questions you may have regarding a medical treatment, procedure or condition.