Pre-Treatment Instructions

Preparing for your appointment can help minimize bruising and irritation while supporting a comfortable treatment experience and optimal results. Please review the following instructions before your appointment.

1. Plan Ahead for Special Events

Whenever possible, schedule your treatment:

  • At least 2 weeks before a major event, vacation, wedding, or photo shoot

  • Approximately 4 weeks before if you would like additional time for your treatment to fully settle and for any recommended follow-up or refinement

This allows time for potential bruising or swelling to resolve and for your results to fully develop.

2. Stay Hydrated & Eat Normally

Drink plenty of water and have a light meal or snack before your appointment. Arriving hydrated and having eaten can help reduce the likelihood of dizziness or lightheadedness during treatment.

3. Arrive With Clean Skin

Whenever possible, please arrive with a freshly washed face free of

  • Makeup

  • Sunscreen

  • Skincare products

Clean skin helps us properly prepare the treatment area and minimize the risk of infection.

4. Avoid Alcohol for 24–72 Hours

Avoid alcoholic beverages for 24–72 hours before treatment, when possible. Alcohol may increase your risk of bruising and swelling.

5. Be Mindful of Medications & Supplements That May Increase Bruising

Certain medications and supplements may increase your risk of bruising or bleeding. Examples include:

Over-the-counter medications:

  • Aspirin

  • Ibuprofen (Advil®, Motrin®)

  • Naproxen (Aleve®)

Supplements:

  • Fish oil / omega-3 supplements

  • Vitamin E

  • Ginkgo biloba

  • Garlic supplements

  • Turmeric

  • St. John’s wort

Important: Do not stop any prescribed medication, including prescription blood thinners, unless your prescribing healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so. Please inform your injector about all medications and supplements you are taking before treatment.

6. Avoid Strenuous Exercise Immediately Before Treatment

Avoid strenuous exercise or heavy workouts for approximately 4 hours before your appointment. Intense exercise can temporarily increase blood flow and may contribute to bruising.

7. Avoid Excessive Heat & Tanning

For approximately 24–48 hours before treatment, avoid:

  • Tanning beds

  • Excessive sun exposure or sunburn

  • Saunas

  • Steam rooms

  • Hot yoga

If you have a sunburn or significant skin irritation in the treatment area, please contact Magnolia before your appointment.

8. Avoid Intense Facial Treatments

Depending on the treatment, avoid aggressive or irritating facial treatments for approximately 48 hours to 1 week beforehand, including:

  • Chemical peels

  • Microneedling

  • Laser treatments

  • Radiofrequency treatments

  • Aggressive exfoliation

  • Facial waxing or threading

These treatments may temporarily increase skin sensitivity, inflammation, or irritation.

9. Avoid Introducing New Active Skincare Products

For approximately 48 hours before treatment, avoid introducing new products that could irritate your skin, particularly:

  • Retinoids

  • Exfoliating acids

  • Strong active ingredients

Keeping your skincare routine simple before your appointment can help minimize irritation.

10. Let Us Know If You Become Ill

Please contact Magnolia before your appointment if you develop:

  • Fever

  • Cold or flu-like symptoms

  • Sinus or other active infection

  • Active skin infection, rash, or irritation near the treatment area

  • Active cold sores or a history of cold sores near the planned treatment area

Your appointment may need to be rescheduled depending on your symptoms, treatment area, and overall health.

11. Tell Your Injector About Recent Treatments or Procedures

Please let your injector know if you have recently had:

  • Dental work or dental procedures

  • Vaccinations

  • Facial surgery or procedures

  • Steroid injections

  • Antibiotic treatment

  • Other cosmetic injectable treatments

Your injector will determine whether any additional spacing between treatments is recommended.

12. Keep Us Updated About Changes to Your Health

Before treatment, please notify your injector if:

  • Your medications or supplements have changed

  • You have developed any new allergies

  • You experienced a previous reaction or complication from an injectable treatment

  • You are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to become pregnant, or undergoing fertility treatment

  • You have recently been ill or experienced a significant change in your health

Your safety comes first. If you are unsure whether a medication, health condition, procedure, or recent treatment could affect your appointment, please contact us before treatment.

Questions Before Your Appointment?

We’re happy to help you prepare and answer any questions you may have.

Tiffany Cabine, RN | RN Injector
Magnolia Nurse Aesthetics, LLC
Call or Text: (503) 810-0686