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Advanced Muscle Relaxing Injectables
Botulinum toxin, more commonly known as "Botox", is a prescription only medication which has become very popular in treating fine lines and wrinkles around the brow, forehead and eyes.
Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
Wrinkle relaxing injections are a neurotoxic protein produced by the bacterium clostridium botulinum that temporarily inhibits muscular contractions, therefore rejuvenating the wrinkled face.
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Wrinkle relaxing injections target specific muscles that cause unwanted lines and wrinkles, ensuring that normal facial expressions will remain unaffected. The effects of a muscle relaxation treatment can assist in subtly smoothing and softening the skin as well as restoring a more youthful complexion.
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Pre-Treatment Instructions
Do NOT consume alcoholic beverages for at least 24 hours prior to treatment (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising).
Avoid anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications if possible for a period of 2 weeks before treatment. Medications and supplements such as Aspirin, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, St. John’s Wort, omega 3/fish oil supplements, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDS have a blood thinning effect and can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections.
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Schedule your Dermal Filler and Anti-Wrinkle Injections appointment at least 2 weeks prior to a special event which you may be attending, such as a wedding or a holiday. Results from Anti-Wrinkle injections will take approximately 7 to 14 days to appear. Also bruising and swelling may be apparent in that time period.
Discontinue Retin-A 2 days before and 2 days after treatment. Reschedule your appointment at least 24 hours in advance if you have a rash, cold sore or blemish on the area. If you have a history of cold sores please let me know as I may ask you to administer/take an anti-viral medication prior to treatment.
Please be sure to have a good breakfast, including food and drink before your procedure. This will decrease the chances of lightheadedness during your treatment.
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Apologies but I won't be able to treat you if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Post Anti-Wrinkle Injection Advice
Do NOT touch the treated area for 24 hours following treatment.
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Do NOT receive facials or laser treatments after Anti- Wrinkle injections for at least 10 days.
Ask me if you are not sure about the time frame regarding certain other procedures.
Do NOT lie down for 4 hours after your Anti-Wrinkle treatment. This will prevent the product from tracking into the orbit of your eye and causing drooping eyelid.
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It can take approximately 4 to 7 days for results to be seen. If the desired result is not seen after 2 weeks of your treatment you may need additional Anti-Wrinkle Injections at a review appointment.
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Do NOT perform activities involving straining, heavy lifting, or vigorous exercise for 6 hours after treatment. This will keep the product in the injected area and not elsewhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How does a chemical peel work?The peel used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics is an innovative peel treatment, using patented 2-phase technology. This provides a bio-stimulating, revitalising and peel-like effect. The combination of these components results in a mild exfoliation, stimulating the biosynthetic process, restoring the structure of the skin. It encourages the growth of new skin cells, which results in smoother, firmer, and more even-toned skin. Chemical peels can also help improve the appearance of wrinkles, age spots, and other signs of ageing, reduces pore size and hyperpigmentation.
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Why are chemical peels used?To give our skin a boost. Peels are great for giving a glow to the skin, improving acne, pigmentation and generally improving the texture and tone. They can reduce the appearance of wrinkles, age spots, acne, and other blemishes. They can also help to improve the texture and tone of the skin and make it appear smoother and firmer.
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What type of peel is used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics?It is a deep TCA peel that is used to penetrate through the top five layers of the skin, causing a renewed appearance from the inside out.
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What strength peel is used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics?The peel strength used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics is a 35% medical grade TCA for face & neck. It is excellent in anti-ageing due to it containing all the essential amino acids and vitamins your skin needs
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Can chemical peels be preventative?Yes absolutely! Chemical peels can be used as a preventative measure to help reduce the signs of ageing.
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What an I do before the procedure?The type of peel used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics offers no downtime. This mean there is zero to minimal peeling.
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Who can have the chemical peel at Nurse Gray Aesthetics?The peel used is suitable for all skin types, tone or age
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Does a chemical peel hurt?Chemical peels can cause some discomfort and stinging during the procedure. However, most people find the discomfort to be minimal and tolerable.
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Can I wear make-up after a chemical peel?It is recommended to wait at least 24 hours after a chemical peel before applying makeup. Before putting on makeup, be sure to cleanse your skin and moisturize as needed.
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What should you avoid after a chemical peel?Picking at the skin. ... Skipping sunscreen. ... Letting the skin dry out. ... Not applying moisturizer. ... Applying too much moisturizer. ... Being afraid of cold compresses. ... Exfoliating. ... ​
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How often can I have a peel?For best results, we recommend a treatment every 7-10 days for 3 to 6 sessions. You can also combine the peel with the following treatments: Before Botox or Dermal filler treatments.
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Can you see results after one peel?Yes! Many people can see a significant improvement in the appearance of their skin tone and texture in as little as one peel treatment. This is because a peel functions as an exfoliant, which can drastically improve the superficial quality of your skin.
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What are the side effects?For the first few days after your treatment, you may notice some redness, dryness, and mild tingling. After about three days you may have some flaking and peeling of the top layer of skin, similar to what happens after a sunburn.
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Who should avoid chemical peels?Peels are not recommended for anyone who is pregnant or nursing, has inflamed acne or a sunburn or is taking Accutane. People who use retinoids can get a chemical peel but must stop using the product three to four days before treatment.