Preparation + Aftercare
See our treatment prep tips and aftercare advice for skin treatments, laser hair removal, laser for skin and injectables below.
If you have a specific question about your treatment, we recommend contacting your local clinic directly.
12 HOURS PRIOR
Shave the treatment area within 12 hours of your appointment time. Avoid applying moisturiser or other products to the treatment area.
3 DAYS PRIOR
Avoid active skincare products containing cosmeceutical
retinol (topical vitamin A) or hydroquinone (whitening creams).
2 WEEKS PRIOR
Avoid sun exposure, solariums and fake tanning. Avoid waxing, plucking, depilatory creams and electrolysis. Cease use of topical prescription retinol.
IMMEDIATELY POST TREATMENT
Hair removal/pigmentation only – Soothe the treated area with cool water, ice packs and apply the recommended product as per your technician’s advice. Apply SPF 50+ sunscreen every 4 hours. Avoid excessive sweating, hot showers, exercise, sauna, spa and swimming, shaving, waxing, plucking and exfoliating. Fraxel only – Sleep elevated for the first night.
3 DAYS POST
Continue to apply the recommended recovery cream and SPF 50+ sunscreen as instructed. Avoid using any active products that contain AHA / BHA or retinol for 3-5 days. Hair removal only – Maintain a good skincare routine with an adequate daily moisturiser.
5 DAYS POST
Gently exfoliate with the recommended microdermal cleansing scrub.
7 DAYS POST
Avoid sun exposure. Apply an SPF 50+ sunscreen throughout the day. Rejuvenation, pigmentation, general redness and Fraxel only – Maintain a good skincare routine with an adequate daily moisturiser.
- *Note: If you have any questions or concerns post-treatment please do not hesitate to call your treating clinic
Avoid waxing and sunburn to the treatment area for 2 weeks prior. Skin integrity must be intact.
24 Hours
Avoid heat induced activities including:
- Excessive exercise
- Hot showers
- Steam rooms, pools, and saunas
Day 1-3
Recommence gentle cleansers & B serums
Day 3+
Recommence active serums
Consultation
Before beginning your cosmelan® journey, you’ll need to have a complimentary skin consult with one of our trained dermal technicians to assess this treatment is suitable for you.
4 weeks prior to treatment day
You will need to follow the recommended at-home skincare to prepare for the cosmelan® treatment.
Treatment Day
Mask remains on skin for 8-12 hrs.
After this time, remove the mask at home. Moderate erythema and heat to be expected.
24 Hours
Start your after care routine. Moderate erythema, strong heat and moderate swelling.
48 Hours
Strong erythema, moderate heat, swelling and itching, mild flaking.
72 Hours
Mild erythema and heat, strong itching and flaking.
Visit clinic for LED Light Therapy.
1-8 Weeks
Mild erythema, moderate itching and flaking.
Expect to purchase additional aftercare products. Recommended weekly LED treatments in clinic.
2 Weeks Prior
Dermaplaning is an entry level skin treatment and requires no pre-treatment preparation.
Just avoid waxing and sunburn to the treatment area for 2 weeks prior.
Dermaplaning treatments are safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mums.
24 Hours
Avoid heat induced activities, including:
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
Day 1-3
Avoid active skincare ingredients. Use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid, moisturiser and SPF.
Day 3+
Recommence active serums.
Day 7+
Recommence exfoliating skincare.
4 Weeks Prior
Please note any clients from QLD will need a Medical Opinion Letter – Skin Check for this treatment.
No sun exposure for 4 weeks prior to treatment.
2 Weeks Prior
Avoid waxing and sunburn to the treatment area for 2 weeks prior.
Skin must be prepped on a tyrosinase inhibitor and SPF for a minimum of 2 weeks to minimise post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. We recommend using the Aesthetics Rx Ultimate Serum OR Vitamin C Serum OR SILK Brightening Serum as your tyrosinase inhibitor.
Your dermal technician will complete a patch test during your consultation appointment 2 weeks prior to your first treatment appointment to ensure suitability.
Treatment Day
No fake tan in the area.
24 Hours
Avoid heat induced activities, including:
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
Day 1-3
Avoid active skincare ingredients. Use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid, moisturiser and SPF.
Day 3+
Recommence active serums.
Day 7+
Recommence exfoliating skincare.
Please note any clients from QLD will need a Medical Opinion Letter – Skin Check for this treatment.
Avoid waxing and sun exposure to the treatment area for 2 weeks prior.
24 Hours
Avoid heat induced activities, including:
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
Day 1-3
Avoid active skincare ingredients. Use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid, soothing gel and SPF.
Day 3+
Recommence active serums.
Day 7+
Recommence exfoliating skincare.
Avoid waxing and sun exposure to the treatment area for 2 weeks prior.
Fitzpatrick skin types IV-VI must be prepped on a tyrosinase inhibitor and SPF for 2 weeks prior. We recommend the Aesthetics Rx Ultimate Serum OR Vitamin C Serum OR SILK Brightening Serum as your tyrosinase inhibitor.
48 Hours
Avoid heat induced activities, including:
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
Day 1-5
Avoid active skincare ingredients. Use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid, neuro recovery gel and SPF.
Day 5+
Recommence active serums.
Day 7+
Recommence exfoliating skincare.
LED Light Therapy does not require any pre-treatment preparation.
Please note: If you add LED Light Therapy as an add-on to a different skin treatment, please refer to any pre-treatment information for that skin treatment.
LED – Rejuvenate is safe for pregnant or breastfeeding mums.
Nil. You can resume all home skincare immediately following your treatment.
Clients with underlying Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation or Melasma are recommended to be using a tyrosinase inhibitor as part of your skincare routine. We recommend using Aesthetics Rx Ultimate Serum OR Vitamin C Serum OR SILK Brightening Serum as your tyrosinase inhibitor.
If you are using topical acne medications or taking light sensitising medications please advise your dermal technician.
Lumixa is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding mums.
For 24 hours, avoid heat induced activities, including:
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
You can resume your home skincare immediately following your treatment.
During Treatment
During our relaxing MediFacial treatments, you will experience a thorough cleanse, peel, facial massage and depending on your selected MediFacial, steam may be included.
After Treatment
After your MediFacial treatment, you’ll leave feeling relaxed, with skin that’s clean, glowing, and dewy. Plus, there’s no downtime with our MediFacials!
No preparation is required for our MediFacial treatments.
24 Hours
Avoid heat induced activities, including:
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
Day 1-3
Avoid active skincare ingredients. Use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid, soothing gel and SPF.
Day 3+
Recommence active serums.
Day 7+
Recommence exfoliating skincare.
Enzyme MediPeel
No waxing in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
No sunburn in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Exfoliating MediPeel
No waxing in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
No sunburn in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Acne MediPeel
No waxing in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
No sunburn in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Client must be prepped on Salicylic Acid for a minimum of 2 weeks prior.
We recommend Aesthetics Rx Ultimate Serum.
Pigment MediPeel
No waxing in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
No sunburn in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Client must be prepped on a Tyrosinase inhibitor for a minimum of 2 weeks prior.
We recommend Aesthetics Rx Ultimate Serum or SILK Brightening Serum.
Anti-Ageing MediPeel
No waxing in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
No sunburn in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Client must be prepped on Vitamin A nightly for 2 weeks prior. We recommend Aesthetics Rx A Serum or A Serum 1%
Resurfacing MediPeel
No waxing in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
No sunburn in the area 2 weeks prior to treatment.
Client must have received at least 1 Exfoliating MediPeel prior.
Next 24 hours
No heat induced activities for 24 hours post treatment including:
– Steam Rooms
– Sauna
– Swimming Pools
– Excessive Excercise
– Prolong periods of time in hot environments.
AestheticsRx H20 Bio Lipid Balm
AestheticsRx Face and Body Sunscreen SPF50
Day 1-3 Homecare
Use:
AestheticsRx Revitalising Foaming Cleanser OR Balense Hydrating Gentle Cleanser OR Purifying Skin Cleanser.
AestheticsRx B Serum
or
AestheticsRx H20 Bio Lipid Balm
AestheticsRx Face and Body Sunscreen SPF50
Day 3+
You can commence using specialty serums
Day 7+
AestheticsRx Fruit Enzyme Mask or Bio-Fermented Triple Action Scrub
2 Weeeks Prior
Avoid waxing and sunburn to the treatment area for 2 weeks prior.
Fitzpatrick IV+ skin types must be prepped on a tyrosinase inhibitor and SPF for a minimum of 2 weeks prior to minimise post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. We recommend using the Aesthetics Rx Ultimate Serum OR Vitamin C Serum OR the SILK Brightening Serum as your tyrosinase inhibitor.
24 Hours
Avoid heat induced activities, including:
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
Day 1-3
Avoid active skincare ingredients. Use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid, moisturiser and SPF.
Day 3+
Recommence active serums.
Day 7+
Recommence exfoliating skincare.
2 Weeks
Avoid active products containing AHA/BHA or retinol. Avoid direct sun exposure. Do not pick the skin.
24 Hours
Avoid heat-induced activities, including
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
Day1-3
Avoid active skincare ingredients. Use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid, moisturiser and SPF.
Day 3+
Recommence active serums.
Day 7+
Recommence exfoliating skincare.
2 Weeks Prior
Avoid waxing and sunburn to the treatment area for 2 weeks prior.
Fitzpatrick IV+ skin types must be prepped on a tyrosinase inhibitor and SPF for a minimum of 2 weeks prior to minimise post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
24-48 Hours
Avoid heat induced activities, including:
• Steam rooms & saunas
• Swimming pools
• Excessive exercise
Day 1-3
Avoid active skincare ingredients. Use a gentle cleanser, hyaluronic acid, moisturiser and SPF.
Day 3+
Recommence active serums.
Day 7+
Recommence exfoliating skincare.
It is essential to avoid sun exposure or solariums for at least 4 weeks prior to your treatment and throughout your treatment plan. Any form of exposure can increase your risk of burning, blistering and pigment changes within the skin which includes post inflammatory hyper, darkening, or hypo, lightening, pigmentation.It is also important to avoid the use of fake tans prior to your treatment and ensure the area is free from any artificial pigments, including makeup, the day of your appointment.
At your initial consultation you will be asked to arrive 10mins prior to your scheduled appointment to ensure you have ample time to complete the necessary paperwork prior to being taken through to one of our treatment rooms. Your SILK technician will then discuss the following with you to ensure you have complete understanding of the treatment plan, this includes:
- Visual assessment of your skin
- Discussion regarding any previous treatments
- How the laser works
- How to prepare for your treatments
- How to care for your skin to ensure lasting results
- Possible adverse reactions
- Personalised Treatment Plan outlining all pricing options
In most cases you can proceed with your first treatment at the time of the consultation, however should there be any ‘red flags’ in your consultation your SILK Laser Specialist may advise that a Test Patch be performed prior to commencing your treatments.
Directly after the treatment, the area will feel very similar to sunburn with the skin being red and hot to touch. For most clients this response will usually last 2-12hours, but in some cases can last up to 48hours after your treatment. Should you notice these affects for longer than 48 hours post treatment, please contact your clinic.
The SILK Soothing Gel is a must have for all laser clients, it’s anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. SILK recommended that this be applied to the treatment area at least each morning and night for 7days after your treatment, it is also advised that you bring the SILK Soothing Gel to your appointments as you will want to apply is generously throughout the day after your treatment. It is also advised that you avoid hot showers, baths, pools, spas, steam, sauna and the gym for at least 48hours post treatment, this may be extended if the treatment area is still feeling warm or irritated.
DAY OF CONSULTATION
Advise our doctors and nurses if you are taking blood-thinning medications (such as aspirin, warfarin or clopidogrel etc), regardless of whether you are expecting to have treatment or just a consultation.
24 HOURS PRIOR
Avoid excessive sun exposure
Avoid alcohol
Avoid over the counter medications or multi vitamins that may cause blood thinning such as: Ibuprofen, aspirin, fish oil, vitamin e, Ginko Biloba
Please continue to take any regular blood thinning medication that has been prescribed to you by your GP
On the day of your appointment ensure you have eaten a meal and increase your water intake.
7 DAYS PRIOR
Avoid chemical peels and needling.
IMMEDIATELY POST TREATMENT
Maximise facial activity for half an hour (such as frowning, raising your eyebrows and squinting).
Avoid lying down horizontal for 4 hours.
Do not have facial treatments, rub or massage the treated area.
You may gently cleanse the area with cotton wool.
Take paracetamol as needed.
Avoid steam rooms, saunas and swimming pools.
Avoid exercise for 24 hours.
Avoid alcohol.
2 WEEKS POST
Visit your cosmetic injector for a review appointment
7 Days Prior
Avoid chemical peels and microneedling for 7 days prior to treatment.
Consultation
All cosmetic injectable treatments require a complimentary consultation with one of our doctors or registered nurses.
Please advise your cosmetic injector if you are taking any blood-thinning medications regardless of whether you’re expecting to have a treatment.
Avoid:
- Make-up for 12 hours
- Alcohol, aspirin and vigorous exercise for 48 hours
- Sunbathing, extremes of heat or cold, dental procedures and other cosmetic treatments in the same area (including fillers, muscle relaxants, microdermabrasion, chemical peels and laser/ IPL) for 2 weeks post treatment.
- Fractional RF for 4 weeks post treatment
7 Days Prior
Avoid chemical peels and microneedling for 7 days prior to treatment.
24 Hours Prior
- Avoid excessive sun exposure
- Avoid alcohol
- Avoid over the counter medications or multi vitamins that may cause blood thinning
- Please continue to take any regular blood thinning medication that has been prescribed to you by your GP
On the day of your appointment ensure you have eaten a meal and increase your water intake.
Consultation
All cosmetic injectable treatments require a complimentary consultation with one of our doctors or registered nurses.
Please advise your cosmetic injector if you are taking any blood-thinning medications regardless of whether you’re expecting to have a treatment.
DAY OF CONSULTATION
Advise our doctors and nurses if you are taking blood-thinning medications (such as aspirin, warfarin or clopidogrel etc), regardless of whether you are expecting to have treatment or just a consultation. If you have a history of cold sores, follow the preventative regime that has been prescribed for you.
24 HOURS PRIOR
Avoid excessive sun exposure
Avoid alcohol
Avoid over the counter medications or multi vitamins that may cause blood thinning such as: Ibuprofen, aspirin, fish oil, vitamin e, Ginko Biloba
Please continue to take any regular blood thinning medication that has been prescribed to you by your GP
On the day of your appointment ensure you have eaten a meal and increase your water intake.
7 DAYS PRIOR
Avoid chemical peels and needling
IMMEDIATELY POST TREATMENT
Ice packs can be used after treatment if needed.
Avoid alcohol and painkillers like ibuprofen before and after treatment as they can thin the blood and increase chance of bruising.
Avoid sleeping on your face for 24 hours.
For lips, your cosmetic injector will advise you on how and when to massage to assist with final result.
LED Light Therapy may be used to help reduce swelling and bruising.
48 HOURS POST
Avoid sun exposure.
Arnica pilules or Hirudoid cream (available from local pharmacy) may help reduce bruising.
Sleep with your head slightly elevated and avoid pressure on the area.
Avoid domestic flights, massaging the treated area, alcohol, and heat induced activities, including:
steam rooms & saunas, swimming pools, excessive exercise
2 WEEKS POST
Avoid international flights. Visit your cosmetic injector for a review appointment.
7 Days Prior
Avoid chemical peels and microneedling for 7 days prior to treatment.
24 Hours Prior
- Avoid excessive sun exposure
- Avoid alcohol
- Avoid over the counter medications or multi vitamins that may cause blood thinning such as: Ibuprofen, aspirin, fish oil, vitamin e
- Please continue to take any regular blood thinning medication that has been prescribed to you by your GP
On the day of your appointment ensure you have eaten a meal and increase your water intake.
Consultation
All cosmetic injectable treatments require a complimentary consultation with one of our doctors or registered nurses.
Please advise your cosmetic injector if you are taking any blood-thinning medications (such as aspirin, warfarin or clopidogrel etc.) regardless of whether you’re expecting to have a treatment.
- Redness, slight swelling and bruising may occur and can last for a few days.
- Avoid exercise, hot showers, sauna, steam rooms and spas, prolonged sun exposure and excessive alcohol consumption for 48 hours post-treatment.
- Book a review with your cosmetic injector 2-4 weeks post-treatment
7 Days Prior
Avoid chemical peels and microneedling for 7 days prior to treatment.
24 Hours Prior
- Avoid excessive sun exposure
- Avoid alcohol
- Avoid over the counter medications or multi vitamins that may cause blood thinning
- Please continue to take any regular blood thinning medication that has been prescribed to you by your GP
On the day of your appointment ensure you have eaten a meal and increase your water intake.
Consultation
All cosmetic injectable treatments require a complimentary consultation with one of our doctors or registered nurses.
Please advise your cosmetic injector if you are taking any blood-thinning medications regardless of whether you’re expecting to have a treatment.
Immediately post treatment
Ice packs can be used after treatment if needed. Avoid alcohol and painkillers before and after treatment as they can thin the blood and increase chance of bruising. Avoid sleeping on your face for 24 hours.
48 Hours
Avoid domestic flights, massaging the treated area and heat induced activities, including:
- Steam rooms & saunas
- Swimming pools
- Excessive exercise
2 Weeks
Avoid international flights. Visit your cosmetic injector for a review appointment.
7 Days Prior
Avoid chemical peels and microneedling for 7 days prior to treatment.
Consultation
All cosmetic injectable treatments require a complimentary consultation with one of our doctors or registered nurses.
Please advise your cosmetic injector if you are taking any blood-thinning medications (such as aspirin, warfarin or clopidogrel etc.) regardless of whether you’re expecting to have a treatment.
- Avoid exercise, hot showers, sauna, steam rooms and spas, prolonged sun exposure and excessive alcohol consumption for 48 hours post-treatment.
- Book a review with your cosmetic injector 2-4 weeks post-treatment
7 Days Prior
Avoid chemical peels and microneedling for 7 days prior to treatment.
Consultation
All cosmetic injectable treatments require a complimentary consultation with one of our doctors or registered nurses.
Please advise your cosmetic injector if you are taking any blood-thinning medications (such as aspirin, warfarin or clopidogrel etc.) regardless of whether you’re expecting to have a treatment.
- Gently massage the area with Aesthetics Rx H2O Hydrating Balm for comfort.
- Sleep elevated and on your back to help reduce swelling (use multiple pillows).
- Bruising can occur after treatment and can last for up to 2 weeks, use Arnica tablets, cream or spray to reduce the signs.
- Avoid exercise, hot showers, sauna, steam rooms and spas, prolonged sun exposure and excessive alcohol consumption for 48 hours post-treatment.
- Book a review with your cosmetic injector 2-4 weeks post-treatment
7 Days Prior
Avoid chemical peels and microneedling for 7 days prior to treatment.
24 Hours Prior
- Avoid excessive sun exposure
- Avoid alcohol
- Avoid over the counter medications or multi vitamins that may cause blood thinning.
- Please continue to take any regular blood thinning medication that has been prescribed to you by your GP
On the day of your appointment ensure you have eaten a meal and increase your water intake
Consultation
All cosmetic injectable treatments require a complimentary consultation with one of our doctors or registered nurses.
Please advise your cosmetic injector if you are taking any blood-thinning medications regardless of whether you’re expecting to have a treatment.
48 Hours
Sleep elevated and on your back to help reduce swelling.
Avoid excessive alcohol consumption and heat induced activities, including:
- Steam rooms & saunas
- Swimming pools
- Excessive exercise
2-4 Weeks
Visit your cosmetic injector for a review appointment.
There is no specific preparation that you need to do before your EMSCULPT® treatment. Your SILK technician can give you some helpful tips though on what to expect and what to bring to your treatment session.
Anyone can benefit from the EMSCULPT® treatment. However, clients who have a healthy BMI will generally see more visible results. EMSCULPT® treatments are suitable for men and women, provided you aren’t pregnant, don’t have a pacemaker or metal implants. Talk to our friendly SILK team for more information, or book a free consultation to discuss your goals and personal situation in more detail.
2 WEEKS PRIOR
Avoid laser hair removal, IPL, or waxing treatment to the area. For CoolSculpting® on the chin only, please avoid injectables for the face and neck.
DAY OF TREATMENT
Come hydrated and eat prior
Clients may experience redness and firmness in the area for a few hours following treatment. Some transient blanching and/or mild bruising may present around the edges of the treatment area. Some tingling and stinging may also be experienced. Clients can resume normal activities. Light exercise, such as walking is recommended on the day of treatment. Heavy gym workouts are not recommended. Increase water intake to help flush toxins out of the body for up to 3 days. Constant hydration is important. Compression garments can be worn in the treatment area.