LOOK AFTER YOUR RESULTS

Your aftercare will depend on the treatment you've had. Follow the advice given during your appointment, and if you're ever unsure about anything, just get in touch.

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ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTIONS

Small bumps, redness, tenderness, mild bruising or a headache can happen after treatment and usually settle quickly.

For the first 4 hours

  • Stay upright.

  • Don't rub or massage the treated areas.

  • Avoid pressure on the injection sites.

For the next 24 hours

  • Avoid strenuous exercise and excessive heat.

  • Avoid saunas, steam rooms and facial massage.

  • Avoid alcohol if possible, as it may worsen bruising.

Your results

Results develop gradually, so follow the review and follow-up advice given by Chelsee.

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DERMAL FILLER

Applies to lip, cheek, chin, jawline, nasolabial fold and marionette line filler.

The treated area may feel tender or swollen while it settles. Swelling and bruising can temporarily change the appearance of the area, so don't judge your final result immediately.

For the first 24–48 hours

  • Keep the area clean.

  • Don't press, rub or massage unless specifically advised.

  • Avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol and excessive heat.

  • Avoid saunas, steam rooms and facial treatments.

  • Avoid unnecessary pressure on the treated area.

What's normal?

Temporary swelling, tenderness, redness or bruising can occur.

IMPORTANT

After dermal filler, seek urgent advice immediately if you experience severe or increasing pain, unusual whitening, grey/blue or mottled skin, rapidly worsening symptoms or any visual disturbance.

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Small raised bumps at the injection points are expected and should settle naturally.

For the first 24 hours

  • Don't touch, rub or massage the treated areas.

  • Avoid strenuous exercise, alcohol and excessive heat.

  • Avoid saunas and steam rooms.

For the next 2 weeks

  • Avoid additional facial treatments unless advised otherwise.

What's normal?

Small raised bumps, mild redness, tenderness or bruising can occur.

PROFHILO

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POLYNUCLEOTIDES

Small bumps, redness and mild swelling can occur after treatment, particularly around delicate areas such as the eyes.

For the first 24 hours

  • Don't rub or massage the treated area.

  • Avoid strenuous exercise and alcohol.

  • Avoid makeup on fresh injection sites unless advised.

For the next 48 hours

  • Avoid excessive heat, saunas and steam rooms.

  • Avoid additional facial treatments unless advised.

What's normal?

Temporary bumps, redness, tenderness, swelling or bruising.

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Your skin may look red and feel warm, tight or sensitive immediately afterwards.

For the first 24 hours

  • Keep skin clean and use only products recommended by Chelsee.

  • Avoid makeup.

  • Avoid retinol, exfoliants and strong active skincare.

For the next 72 hours

  • Avoid swimming, saunas and steam rooms.

  • Avoid strenuous or very sweaty exercise.

  • Avoid excessive heat.

For the next 7 days

  • Avoid unnecessary sun exposure.

  • Use appropriate daily SPF.

  • Don't pick or exfoliate flaking skin.

What's normal?

Redness, warmth, tightness, dryness and mild peeling can occur.

MICRONEEDLING

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HYDRA FACIAL / HYDRODERMABRASION

Your skin should feel fresh and hydrated. Keep your routine gentle while your skin barrier settles.

For the first 24–48 hours

  • Keep skin hydrated.

  • Use SPF.

  • Avoid heavy makeup if your skin feels irritated.

  • Avoid retinol and exfoliating acids.

  • Avoid strong or irritating active skincare.

  • Avoid excessive heat and intense exercise if your skin is flushed.

What's normal?

Temporary redness, tightness or sensitivity

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BEE VENOM FACIAL

Keep your skincare routine gentle afterwards and follow any product-specific advice given during your appointment.

For the next few days

  • Keep skincare simple and gentle.

  • Avoid introducing strong active products.

  • Avoid excessive heat if your skin feels flushed or irritated.

  • Use SPF and protect your skin from excessive sun exposure.

  • Avoid exfoliating or irritating products until your skin feels settled.

When to get in touch

Contact Chelsee if you experience unexpected or persistent irritation, swelling or a reaction.

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Your skin may feel warm or look slightly flushed immediately after treatment.

For the first 24 hours

  • Keep skin hydrated.

  • Use SPF.

  • Avoid excessive heat, saunas and steam rooms.

  • Avoid intense exercise if your skin remains flushed.

For the next 3–5 days

  • Avoid strong exfoliating acids and retinoids until your skin has settled.

  • Keep your skincare routine gentle.

What's normal?

Temporary redness, warmth or mild sensitivity.

CARBOXY FACIAL

A LITTLE REMINDER

Your aftercare is an important part of your treatment. The advice above is general guidance, so always follow the individual advice given during your appointment. If you're worried about your result or have any concerns, get in touch. In an emergency, seek urgent medical attention.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • This depends on your treatment. Temporary redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising, bumps, warmth or sensitivity can occur and should settle naturally. Your individual aftercare advice will explain what to expect.

  • For most treatments, it's best to avoid strenuous exercise immediately afterwards. The recommended timeframe varies between treatments, so follow the aftercare for your specific treatment.

  • This depends on the treatment. After microneedling, makeup should be avoided for the first 24 hours, while after polynucleotides you should avoid applying makeup to fresh injection sites unless advised otherwise.

  • Keep things gentle after treatment. Some treatments require you to avoid retinol, exfoliants, acids or other strong active products for a period of time. Your aftercare instructions will tell you when it's appropriate to return to your usual routine.

  • Some treatments require you to wait before having additional facial treatments. For example, Profhilo advises avoiding additional facial treatments for two weeks, while polynucleotides advises avoiding them for 48 hours unless otherwise advised.

  • It can be. Temporary swelling, tenderness, redness and bruising are listed as normal after dermal filler, while small bumps, redness and tenderness can occur following injectable treatments such as Profhilo and polynucleotides.

  • If you're worried about your result or have symptoms you're concerned about, contact Chelsee for advice. If you experience severe or increasing pain, unusual whitening/grey/blue or mottled skin, rapidly worsening symptoms or any visual disturbance after dermal filler, seek urgent advice immediately.

  • This varies depending on your treatment. Some treatments have aftercare requirements for 24–48 hours, while others may require you to avoid certain skincare or treatments for several days or longer. Always follow the specific guidance provided after your appointment.

got a question?

Please don't use this form for urgent medical concerns. If you're worried about your symptoms following treatment, contact Chelsee directly. In an emergency, seek urgent medical attention.