PRE- AND POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

At MAI, we want to make sure you’re getting comprehensive care and the best results from your treatments so that you can feel your most confident. We have created the below pre- and post-treatment instructions to help you prepare for your treatment, as well as what to expect at each stage of your recovery.

Of course, should you have a concern following your treatment, you can always contact us right away. Please give us a call to get connected to your provider.

Pre-Care Instructions

  • Botox Pre-Care

    • Avoid sun exposure prior to treatment.
    • Eat a small meal before coming in for your treatment
    • No bleaching, waxing, tweezing or hair removal creams on area to be treated.
    • No alcohol for atleast 24 hours before the treatment.
    • Avoid blood thinning medication at least 1 day before treatment.
    • Discontinue using Retin-A for 2 days before treatment.
    • Schedule botox at least two weeks before a big event

  • Filler Pre-Care

    • Avoid blood thinning medication at least 1 week before treatment.
    • Discontinue using Retin-A for 2 days before treatment.
    • Avoid sun exposure prior to treatment.
    • Start taking Arnica 2 days prior to reduce swelling.
    • No hair removal of area to be treated two days prior to treatment.
    • No alcohol for at least 24 hours before the treatment.
    • Please arrive at the appointment with a clean and washed face.

  • Laser Pre-Care

    • Avoid sun exposure prior to treatment.
    • No fake tanning for atleast two weeks prior to treatment.
    • No waxing, threading or tweezing on area to be treated at least 1 month prior.
    • No alcohol for at least 24 hours before the treatment.
    • Shave area to be treated (except face) 24 hours prior.
    • For the bikini area, dont shave hair you dont want treated.
    • Please arrive with no makeup, deodrant or lotions.

  • How Do I Use RX Creams?

    • Start with the basics. If your skin is sensitive, use the prescription cream every other night or third night for one month.
    • Night Time Routine Apply hyaluronic acid serum. Apply one pump of RX cream to face. Apply ceramide -rich moisturizer or Defenage Barrier cream. Optional Defenage 8 in 1 serum.
    • Observe your skin's reaction It is normal to experience mild dryness, oiliness, tightness, irritationand redness in the first 2-4 weeks.
    • Morning Routine Cleanse. Apply hyaluronic acid serum. Apply sunscreen to face SPF 30.

Post-Care Instructions

  • Botox Post-Care

    • Avoid blood thinning medication atleast 1 day after treatment.
    • Discontinue using Retin-A for 2 days after treatment.
    • Avoid rubbing your face for 24 hours afer treatment.
    • Sit up. Don't lie down for 3 hours after treatment.
    • Avoid any exercise for at least 3 hours after treatment.
    • No alcohol for at least 24 hours after treatment.
    • No hot tubs, saunas or tanning for atleast 4 hours after treatment.
    • Schedule follow-up in two weeks if needed.

  • Filler Post-Care

    • Avoid blood thinning medication at least 1 day after treatment.
    • Discontinue using Retin-A for 2 days after treatment.
    • Avoid rubbing your face for 24 hours afer treatment.
    • Avoid stenuous exercise for at least 24 hours after treatment.
    • No alcohol for at least 24hours after treatment.
    • Avoid sunlight and extreme heat for 72 hours after treatment.
    • Apply cold compress to affected areas to alleviate swelling.
    • Sleep face up if you experience swelling.

  • Laser Post-Care

    • Wash treated areas gently with mild soap and pat dry for first 48 hours.
    • No makeup, deodrants or lotions for first 24 hours.
    • Do not exfoilate treated areas for first 24 hours after treament.
    • Use aloe vera gel or cold compress to soothe skin.
    • Avoid sun exposure or fake tanning for at least a week.
    • Avoid fragrance lotions and perfumes on treated areas
    • Stop all hair removal methods except shaving.
    • Make sure you have booked your next session with us.

  • Fibratyte Post-Care

    • Use gentle cleanser and recommended moisturizer for 1 week after treatment.
    • Avoid using retonoid products for two weeks after treatment.
    • Do not scratch or pick at scabbing after treatment.
    • Avoid sun exposure for 3 months after treatment and apply suncsreen SPF 30+
    • No swimming, suanas and hot tubs for 3 weeks after treatment.
    • Avoid strenuous exercise for 2 days after treatment.
    • Apply cool compress and soothe skin as needed.
    • No makeup until skin has completely healed.
    • No other cosmetic procedures for atleast 6 weeks after treatment.
    • Sleep with head elevated for first night after treatment.