Hydration IV Drip

Before:

• Avoid alcohol, ibuprofen, aspirin, or fish oil 24–48 hours beforehand to reduce bruising

• Avoid facials, microneedling, or laser treatments at least 2 weeks before

After:

• Do not rub or massage treated areas for 4–6 hours

• Avoid laying flat for at least 4 hours

• Skip exercise, saunas, and hot showers for 24 hours

• Results typically appear in 3–5 days and peak around 2 weeks

• Contact us if you experience excessive swelling, discomfort, or asymmetry

Before:

• Avoid alcohol, NSAIDs, and blood thinners for 48 hours

• Let us know if you've had recent dental work or plan to soon

After:

• Expect mild swelling or bruising—this is normal

• Apply cold compresses gently if needed

• Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours

• Do not massage or manipulate the area unless instructed

• Final results settle in 1–2 weeks

Before:

• Let us know if you're on any significant or abnormal medications.

After:

• Massage the treated area 5 minutes, 5 times a day, for 5 days (Sculptra® only)

• Avoid vigorous exercise for 24–48 hours

• Swelling or firmness may occur and will resolve over time

• Results develop gradually over several weeks to months

Before:

• Instructions will vary depending on your treatment plan.

After:

• You'll receive a personalized protocol with dosage, injection instructions (if applicable), and follow-up support

• Reach out if you have any questions or need assistance with self-administration

Before:

• Discontinue retinoids, acids, and exfoliants 3–5 days prior

• Avoid sun exposure for at least 48 hours

After:

• Expect redness similar to a sunburn for 24–48 hours

• Do not wear makeup for at least 24 hours

• Avoid active skincare products for 3–5 days

• Use gentle cleansers and hydrating serums

• Wear SPF daily

Before:

• Stay hydrated and eat a light snack beforehand

After:

• Keep the bandage on for 30–60 minutes

• Avoid strenuous activity for the rest of the day if feeling lightheaded

• Drink plenty of water to help flush your system and enhance results

• Contact us if you experience swelling, redness, or discomfort at the insertion site

Before:

• Fasting may be required depending on the test panel—we'll let you know

• Drink water beforehand to make veins more accessible

After:

• Keep pressure on the draw site for 1–2 minutes

• Avoid heavy lifting or intense workouts with the arm used for the blood draw for the rest of the day

• Contact us if you experience prolonged bruising or tenderness