Preparing your HIFU Skin Tightening

• NO Tanning or direct sun exposure to area you are wanting to treat for 2 weeks prior to treatment
• STOP using ACTIVE SKINCARE (Retinol, Vitamin C, Exfoliating Acids for 5 days prior to your appointment)
• 3 weeks post Anti-Wrinkle injections (Botox / Dysport)
• 6 months post Filler injections – on area you are wanting to treat with HIFU (if you have unwanted filler call Dr Irene Kushelew to discuss options to help dissolve the filler.
• Any Facial treatment you must wait 2 weeks before HIFU treatment

HIFU Skin Tightening aftercare

• Skin can appear flushed for up to 48hrs post treatment – make up can be worn 24hrs post treatment (mineral makeup is recommended)
• Keep skin well hydrated and drink lots of water, at least 2 litres per day.
• Refrain from exercise for the first 24h.
• DO NOT apply hot water to treated area for 5 -7days post treatment – ONLY use Luke warm to cool water.
• Avoid saunas, Hot Yoga, smoking and alcoholic beverages during the first week following treatment.
• Avoid over exposure to the sun for the first month, and use SPF daily & reapply to maximise your results.  – NO DIRECT SUN EXPOSURE TO TREATED AREA FOR 2 WEEKS post treatment 
• A histamine reaction can occur post treatment, as HIFU is heating the deeper layers of the dermis to 60-70 degrees – if this occurs contact the clinic and we can assist you with how to bring this down quickly.