Avoid facials/sun beds/chemical peels / laser resurfacing for 14 days. Avoid exposure to UV, extreme heat i.e. sauna, steam rooms, sun beds etc. as this may increase discomfort and swelling for 2 weeks. Avoid extreme cold; this includes ice packs that are directly applied to the skin.

Skin boosters are injected ever so superficially so that it sits in the middle layer of the skin, known as the dermis, giving you a hydrated look.

During the first 24–48 hours after treatment you will experience redness, swelling and tenderness in the treated areas. These responses are normal and resolve quickly and spontaneously over the next 2-4 days. You can apply light water-based or mineral makeup where necessary.

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Both products are made of hyaluronic acid, however a filler is a thicker solution, with strong cross links – and a skin booster is more water based with the ability to spread and encapsulate moisture in the skin. Often patients benefit from both a filler to shape and lift, and a skin booster to smooth and hydrate.

Small lumps can form where each of the injection sites have been. These lumps will subside usually within 4-6 hours after the treatment but they can last up to 24 hours, however, not every patient gets these swellings and if you have had treatment and are concerned all aftercare is included in the treatment costs.

Avoid strenuous exercise and alcohol for 24 hours. Do not use AHA, Retinols/Vitamin C therapy or oil based make-up for 24 hours. Avoid facials, facial waxing, chemical peels, IPL or energy based treatments and microdermabrasion for two weeks after treatment.

There is a little bit of downtime after getting skin boosters. You will likely experience some pinkness, tenderness and minor swelling immediately after your treatment and bruising can occur and may resolve in the next 5-7 days.

1. Allergic reaction: Some people may be allergic to the ingredients used in skin boosters, so it’s important to discuss any concerns with your practitioner before undergoing the procedure.

2. Infection: If the skin booster is not done correctly, there is an increased risk of infection.

3. Scarring: Skin boosters can cause scarring if not done properly, so it’s important to discuss any concerns with your practitioner before undergoing the procedure.

4. Bruising and swelling is to be expected, as there are lots of tiny vessels in the layer of the face where the injecting is done, and because they are so small, they are not always visible to the eye, so they are difficult to avoid when injecting.