Treatment Pre-Care and Post-Care

At Cedars Aesthetics & Wellness, your safety, comfort, and results are our top priorities. Each treatment we offer is accompanied by specific pre-care and post-care guidelines designed to help you achieve the best possible outcome and minimize any risk of side effects.

Before your appointment, please take a few moments to review the pre-care and post-care instructions for your treatment. Following these recommendations ensures your skin is properly prepared, supports optimal healing, and enhances the longevity of your results.

Please be advised that only clients over the age of 18 years old will be treated at this clinic.

Pre-Care for Laser Treatments and Microneedling

No sun exposure or tanning in the last 4 weeks
No waxing, plucking, threading, sugaring in the last 4-6 weeks
No injectables in the area for the last 4 weeks
No history of keloid scarring
No accutane or isotretinoin use in the last 6 months
Not pregnant or breast feeding
No open sores on treatment area
No history of skin cancer on treatment area
Moles will not be treated
No acne or eczema flare up on treatment area
If you are diabetic lower limbs will not be treated
No surgical pins or plates under treated area
Please be advised that MELASMA will not be treated with laser therapy at this clinic
Please come to your appointment with clean skin (no make up)

Pre-Care for Neuromodulators

Not pregnant or breastfeeding
Avoid alcohol, NSAIDs, caffeine 24 hours prior to appointment
No history of neuromuscular disorders
Bruising can occur, treatments are best done if there is no special events planned in the next 2 weeks post treatment
Blood thinners (anticoagulants) will increase the risk of bruising and bleeding post treatment
Severe allergy to lactose/ dairy is contraindicated in the use of our brand of Neuromodulator
No active skin infections, acne flare ups, eczema, sunburns
Please come to your appointment with clean skin (no make up)

Pre-Care for Platelet Rich Fibrin Therapy

Not pregnant or breastfeeding
Avoid alcohol, NSAIDs, caffeine 24 hours prior to appointment
Bruising and swelling can occur, treatments are best done if there is no special events planned in the next 2 weeks post treatment
Blood thinners (anticoagulants) will increase the risk of bruising and bleeding post treatment
No active skin infections, acne flare ups, eczema, sunburns
Ensure that you come to your appointment well hydrated
Please be advised that this treatment requires a blood draw to proceed
Please come to your appointment with clean skin (no make up)

Post- Care for Laser Treatments

No sun/UV exposure or self tanner for 2 weeks post treatment
No shaving for 48-72 hours post treatment
No waxing, plucking, threading, or hair removal creams between treatments
Avoid harsh products such as bleaching creams, perfumed products, topicals such as retinols, glycolic acids, Vitamin C, or any other actives for 48 hours
Avoid very hot baths/ showers, steam rooms, hot tubs, pools, suana for 1 week
Avoid exfoliating or peels for 1 week
Avoid rough or tight clothing for 24-48 hours
Keep hydrated
Use SPF of 30 or above on treated areas
Redness and mild irritation can occur for 24-48 hours post treatment
If blistering or increased pain occurs please contact us immediately

Post- Care for Microneedling

Do not touch your face for 4 hours post treatment
If you skin feels tight and dry you may apply hyaluronic acid 4 hours post treatment
Your skin is photosensitive post treatment up to 1 week, please ensure that you avoid sun and tanning at least for 1 week or until skin is completely healed
Use SPF of 30 or above on treated areas the next day
Avoid strenous activity and heat for 72 hours post treatment
You may wash your face the next day with a gentle cleanser and apply gentle skin care products such as hyaluronic acid, face cream, and SPF
Avoid harsh products such as retinoids and acids for 1 week post treatment
Avoid chemical peels for at least 2 weeks
Change pillow cases the day of treatment
Keep hydrated
Redness, mild irritation, and skin flaking can occur for 24-72 hours post treatment, in some cases up to 1 week post treatment
If you are experiencing any signs of active infection please contact our clinic immediately

Post- Care for Neuromodulators

Remain upright for the next 4 hours
Avoid touching or rubbing the treated area for the next 24 hours
Bruising can occur and should resolve over the next 1-2 weeks
No make up for the next 24 hours
No exercise, swimming, hot saunas, and sweating for at least 24 hours
Avoid irritating skin care products such as retinoids and glycolic acid for 24 hours
Avoid caffeine and alcohol for 24 hours post treatment as it can increase the risk of bruising
If pain management is required use tylenol (if not allergic) instead of NSAIDs as this can increase the risk of bruising
If you had a lip flip you may experience difficulty drinking through straws, whistling, or pronoucing certain words, this is temporary and will resolve in about 2 weeks
Use sun protection as sun exposure can negatively affect longevity of results
Please contact us if any you are experiencing excessive pain or if signs of an infection occur, such as fever, redness, or pus occurs arund treated sites

Post- Care for Dermal Fillers

Swelling, redness, and bruising can occur
Keep hydrated
Avoid touching or rubbing the injected area
Avoiding sleeping on the treated area for 3-5 nights
No make up for the next 4 hours
No exercise, swimming, hot saunas, and sweating for 2-3 days
Avoid irritating skin care products such as retinoids and glycolic acid for 2-3 days
Avoid caffeine and alcohol for 24 hours post treatment as it can increase the risk of bruising
Avoid air travel for 72 hours
Avoid dental work for 2 weeks
If pain management is required use tylenol (if not allergic) instead of NSAIDs as this can increase the risk of bruising
Avoid laser treatments for 1 month and chemical peels for 2 weeks
Use sun protection as sun exposure can negatively affect longevity of results
Please contact us if any you are experiencing excessive pain, if you suspect a vascular occlusion, or if signs of an infection occur, such as fever, redness, or pus occurs around treated sites

Post- Care for Platelet Rich Fibrin Therapy

Swelling, redness, and bruising can occur and will subside in the next few days
Keep hydrated
Avoid touching or rubbing the injected area for the next 6 hours
No make up, skincare, or sunscreen for the next 24 hours
No exercise, swimming, hot saunas, and sweating for 48 hours
If you had your hair/ scalp treated, avoid washing your head for 24 hours
Avoid chemical peels and laser treatments for the next 2 weeks
Avoid retinoids and glycolic acid for 24-48 hours
Avoid caffeine and alcohol for 24 hours post treatment as it can increase the risk of bruising
If pain management is required use tylenol (if not allergic) instead of NSAIDs as this can increase the risk of bruising
Please contact us if any you are experiencing excessive pain or if signs of an infection occur, such as fever, redness, or pus occurs arund treated sites