Slow and steady wins the race
Before you can enjoy your biostimulator results, there is a small adjustment period. These instructions will help guide your way through the healing process.
After-Care
Biostimulators Post-Care Instructions
Follow these post-care notes after Sculptra or Radiesse appointments. Your provider may give you personalized instructions based on your product, treatment area, and plan.
Bruising is the New Black.
Bruising is completely normal and can last a couple of weeks. Feel free to cover it up with makeup or lipstick. If you want some extra help, Arnica pills can help support your recovery.
Give Me Five.
Home care is especially important with Sculptra. For the next 5 days, massage the injected areas for 5 minutes, 5 times a day. The area may feel tender or uncomfortable, but massage helps Sculptra move into the tissue and helps prevent nodules. If you received Radiesse, there is no need to massage. Not sure? Text us and we will let you know.
Don't Freak Out. You're Going to be Swollen.
Expect swelling to be most significant for the first 24-48 hours. During this time, ice the treated areas for 5 minutes on and 5 minutes off, take Ibuprofen only after injections, take Arnica pills if recommended, and enjoy the swelling. After the liquid disperses into the tissue, the biostimulator can do what it does: stimulate collagen.
Hurry up and Wait.
The anti-aging process is not instant. Collagen production does not happen overnight, so trust the process and give your results time. Everyone's experience is different, but most clients start to see results as early as 6 weeks and can continue to see improvement for up to 6 months.
Cold Sores Happen.
If you have a tendency to get cold sores, now is the time to tell us. Lip injections can activate the virus that causes cold sores, so it is best to be preventative and take medicine like Valtrex in advance to help stop an outbreak. If you need a prescription, our injectors can provide one.
The Lab Loves You
If you experience unusual pain, swelling, skin color changes such as pale, blue, or mottled skin, or worsening symptoms, this could indicate a vascular occlusion, which is a rare but time-sensitive complication that requires immediate attention.
- Call us right away: 801-281-3223
- If you cannot reach us, or your symptoms are severe or rapidly worsening, go to the nearest Emergency Room immediately. Do not wait. Tell ER staff what was injected and when, so they can treat you appropriately.
Your safety comes first. Always err on the side of getting checked out.
Questions or non-urgent concerns? Call or text us, email info@beautylablaser.com, or reach out on Instagram @beauty.lab.laser.
Need Help?
Questions after your biostimulator appointment?
Contact Beauty Lab + Laser if you have questions, unexpected reactions, or concerns after your treatment.