You have booked your first appointment with your doctor and you are all excited and ready for it. However, the day before your appointment you are not sure if you should apply makeup, go to the gym, drink alcohol, etc.

And the anxiety kicks in. All of a sudden you feel this fear of getting adverse reactions such as bruising after your procedure.

Does this situation sound familiar to you? Well, don’t worry about it, because we are going to give you the instructions of what to do before, during and after getting dermal fillers.

Hyaluronic acid is a very popular and effective solution to give volume and fullness to areas of the face and body. Despite being a very simple treatment, hyaluronic requires certain post-treatment care to be taken into account. And of course, there are also some mistakes to avoid to ensure that the treatment of hyaluronic acid is effective and does not induce problems. 

What are dermal fillers?

Dermal fillers are hyaluronic acid injections that penetrate into your skin adding volume, fullness and a moisturizing effect.These treatments seek to delay and improve to the signs of aging, achieving natural results and always respecting facial harmony. 

Genefill is popularly known for its unique body contouring and smooth skin solutions, its fillers for the face and body are designed to achieve natural, but visible results while improving your skin texture and achieving the look you are looking for.

The procedure with Genefill fillers is carried out under local anesthesia, and it implies an incredibly short post-treatment downtime. Moreover, Genefill products are manufactured and designed in Germany, ensuring the highest quality standard, following by routine testing of every batch.

What can you achieve with Genefill HA Fillers?

Genefill’s portfolio of products include solutions for face and body to satisfy the demands of the most demanding patients.

‍Genefill for the face can help you with:

• Skin Revitalization
• Recover Skin Hydration
• Reinforcing Skin Barrier Function
• Stimulate Collagen and Elastin Production
• Increase Elasticity
• Minimize the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles

Genefill for the body can help you with:

• Buttock Augmentation  & Contouring
• Hip Dips Correction
• Calves definition
• Correct Concave deformities 
• Reduce the appearance of Cellulite

For the purpose of maintaining and optimizing results after your hyaluronic acid dermal filler innjection, these are some of the instructions we recommend patients to follow pre, during and after a treatment.

What you should do before dermal fillers

15 days prior

Avoid any dental or alternative aesthetic procedures and treatments (Face Procedures)

7 days prior

Avoid blood thinning over-the-counter medications such as Aspirin, Motrin, Ibuprofen and Aleve

2 days prior

 Avoid topical products, such as Retinol, Retinoids, Glycolic Acid and any “anti-aging” products

Avoid waxing, bleching, tweezing or using hair removal creams on the injection area

Start taking Arnica tablets in order to minimize the possibility of bruising (optional)

1 day prior 

Don’t drink alcoholic beverages

What you should do during dermal fillers

Arrive at the clinic with a clean, washed face and without make-up (Face Procedures)

Ensure a proper level of personal hygiene (Body Procedures)

What you should do after dermal fillers

1 hour after

Apply an ice pack and Arnica topically

Take acetaminophen to reduce pain (if necessary)

Avoid itching, massaging or picking around the injection area

6 to 10 hours after

You can massage the area if there is a visible bump  (Face Procedures)

You may use a gentle cleanse, as well as sunscreen and makeup (Face Procedures)

24 hours after:

Don’t drink alcoholic beverages

Avoid intense heat in the treated area, such as sunbathing, tanning, saunas, hot tubs or hot wax

Avoid strenuous activities and exercising

3 days after: 

Keep the taping without making it wet (applicable for major areas, such as buttocks)

4 to 7 days after (body procedures):

Avoid intense heat in the treated area, such as sunbathing, tanning, saunas, hot tubs or hot wax

Avoid showers and extreme pressure in the injected area

Avoid strenuous activities and exercising

Massage the injected area for 5 minutes, 5 times a day

15 days after:

Avoid any dental or alternative aesthetic procedures and treatments (Face Procedures)

Disclaimer: This is only a guide and is not a guarantee of results.  This article is not being as medical advice. 

From Genefill, we always recommend you to ask your doctor or expert before undergoing any cosmetic procedure.

Make sure your professional is going to give you advice based on your skin type and requirements so the treatment is tailor made to your needs.

‍Contact us and we will help you find a professional near you.