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Knoxglow Aesthetics
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I want every visit to KnoxGlow Aesthetics to leave you looking and feeling your best, and that starts well before you sit in our chair. Find treatment-specific instructions below, or reach out directly if you have questions.
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Before Your Appointment
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior, as it can increase the likelihood of bruising.
- Eat a light meal or snack before coming in.
After Your Appointment
- Avoid alcohol and strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
- Do not touch the injection site for 6 hours.
Chemical Peels including VI Peel
My chemical peel treatments reveal fresher skin by removing the outermost layers. Preparation makes all the difference in how your skin responds and how smoothly you peel.
Before Your Peel
- Limit sun exposure and wear SPF daily for 2 weeks prior.
- Discontinue retinoids, exfoliants, and irritating products 5–7 days before treatment.
- Avoid active ingredients (retinoids, acids, benzoyl peroxide, Vitamin C) for 7 days before.
- Keep skin well moisturized leading up to treatment.
- Avoid waxing or shaving the treatment area for 1 week prior.
- We do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Peel
- Avoid exercise the day of treatment and for 24 hours after.
- VI Peel patients: do not cleanse for 4 hours. Follow your VI Peel aftercare instructions carefully.
- Avoid waxing, tweezing, or depilatory creams near treated areas.
- If skin becomes irritated before your appointment, notify us at least 24 hours in advance.
📅 Scheduling with Other Treatments
A peel and neurotoxin treatment may be done the same day (peel first, toxin second). Otherwise, schedule peels at least 2 weeks after toxin or filler.
Mild redness and peeling are completely normal. Do not pick or manually exfoliate. Let your skin shed on its own for the best results.
Proper preparation reduces bruising and swelling, and following aftercare instructions helps your filler settle evenly and last longer.
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid dental work, cleanings, vaccines, and illness for 2 weeks prior.
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E, and blood-thinning supplements for 1 week (unless prescribed).
- Limit alcohol for 24 hours prior.
- Hydrate well in the days leading up to treatment.
- Avoid excessive sun exposure 48 hours before.
- I do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Appointment
- No makeup on treated areas for 24 hours.
- Do not massage, push, or rub injection sites for 72 hours unless directed.
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24–72 hours.
- Swelling and redness are expected. Bruising may last up to 14 days.
- Arnica or an antihistamine (if appropriate) may help reduce swelling and bruising.
Call me immediately if you experience:
- Blanching or whitening of the skin
- Severe or worsening pain
- Spreading bruising
- Vision changes or severe headache
IPL Photofacial Lumecca
My IPL treatments target pigmentation and redness using light energy. Sun-protected, untanned skin is essential for safe and effective results.
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid sun exposure and tanning for 4 weeks prior.
- No self-tanner for 4 weeks prior.
- Stop retinoids, exfoliants, AHAs/BHAs 48 hours prior.
- Inform your provider of any photosensitizing medications.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- I do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Appointment
- Redness, mild swelling, and darkening of pigment may occur. This is the treatment working as it should.
- Pigmented areas will darken before naturally flaking off.
- Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer only.
- Avoid exfoliating until skin has healed.
- Wear SPF 30+ daily and avoid sun exposure for at least 2 weeks.
- Mineral makeup may be worn immediately.
Laser Hair Removal DiolazeXL
Consistent sessions and proper prep are what get you to smooth, lasting results with laser hair removal. A few simple steps before each appointment make a big difference.
Before Your Appointment
- Notify us if you have taken antibiotics within the past 10 days.
- Avoid sun exposure and tanning for 3–4 weeks prior.
- Stop waxing, plucking, and depilatory creams for 4–6 weeks (shaving is allowed).
- Stop retinoids and exfoliants 48 hours prior.
- Shave the treatment area 24 hours before your appointment.
- I do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Appointment
- Wear SPF 30+ and avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks.
- Avoid hot water and irritating products until redness resolves.
- Treated hairs will shed over 1–3 weeks, which is completely normal.
- Light exfoliation may begin after 72 hours.
- Do not wax or pluck between sessions. Shaving may resume after 24 hours.
Lips are one of our most expressive features and one of the most sensitive areas to treat. A little prep goes a long way toward a smooth, comfortable lip filler experience.
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid dental work, vaccines, and illness for 2 weeks prior.
- Do not treat if you have an active cold sore. Call ahead for prophylaxis options.
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and vitamin E for 1 week unless prescribed.
- Limit alcohol 24–48 hours prior and hydrate well.
- I do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Appointment
- Swelling typically peaks at 24–48 hours and can last up to 2 weeks.
- Ice briefly, no more than 30 seconds at a time.
- Avoid exercise for 48 hours.
- Minor lumps and bruising are normal during the healing phase.
- Keep lips moisturized. Aquaphor is recommended.
- Makeup may be applied the next day.
Contact us immediately for:
- Severe pain, blanching, spreading bruising, or any unusual symptoms. Reach out to us here.
Microneedling with or without PRP
SkinPen microneedling stimulates your skin's natural healing response. The days immediately after treatment are when a lot of the good work happens, so protecting your skin matters.
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid sun exposure for 1 week prior.
- Stop retinoids, exfoliants, AHAs/BHAs 48 hours prior.
- Avoid aspirin and ibuprofen for 1 week unless prescribed.
- Limit alcohol 24–48 hours prior.
- Arrive clean and makeup-free.
- I do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Appointment
- If PRP was used, leave it on for 4 hours before gently cleansing.
- Tylenol is permitted. Avoid ibuprofen or steroids for 2 weeks.
- For 48 hours: avoid sun, exercise, swimming, and strenuous activity.
- For 5–7 days: avoid active skincare (retinol, acids, Vitamin C).
- Wear physical SPF 30+.
- Makeup may be applied after 48 hours using clean brushes.
Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy for deeper remodeling, and your skin will need a little extra time and care as it heals.
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid sun exposure and wear SPF for 2 weeks prior.
- Stop retinoids, exfoliants, and acids 1 week prior.
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and vitamin E for 1 week unless prescribed.
- Avoid other invasive treatments for 2 weeks prior.
- Arrive clean and well hydrated.
- I do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Appointment
- Expect redness and warmth; your skin is responding as it should.
- Swelling may last 3–4 days; peeling may occur for 3–7 days.
- For 48 hours: avoid sun, exercise, swimming, and strenuous activity.
- For 5–7 days: set aside your active skincare routine.
- Wear physical SPF 30+.
- Makeup may be applied after 48 hours.
- Tylenol is permitted. Avoid ibuprofen or steroids for 2 weeks.
My PRP and PRF treatments use your own growth factors to support natural hair restoration. A clean scalp and a few prep steps help maximize your results.
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid vaccines and illness for 2 weeks prior.
- Limit alcohol 24–48 hours before.
- Arrive with a clean scalp.
- I do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Appointment
- Avoid hair products for 24 hours. You may wash your hair after 24 hours.
- Tylenol is permitted. Avoid ibuprofen or steroids for 2 weeks.
- Avoid sauna, steam, swimming, vigorous exercise, and heat for 2 days.
- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and smoking for 3 days.
- Avoid tight hats or hairstyles that put pressure on the scalp.
Our neurotoxin treatments work by relaxing the muscles beneath the skin. Following a few simple rules after your appointment helps ensure even placement and ideal results.
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, and vitamin E for 1 week unless prescribed.
- Limit alcohol 24–48 hours prior.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Hydrate well going in.
- I do not treat patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
After Your Appointment
- Do not massage or rub treated areas.
- Keep your head upright and avoid lying down for 4 hours.
- Avoid sweating, hot tubs, saunas, hats, and heavy exercise for 24 hours.
- Makeup may be applied immediately; just be gentle around injection sites.
Still Have Questions?
Every patient and every treatment is a little different. If something doesn’t feel right after your appointment, or if you’re unsure whether something you’re experiencing is normal, please reach out to me directly. I’m here to support you through every step of your experience at KnoxGlow Aesthetics.
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B12 Injections
Before Your Appointment
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours prior — helps minimize bruising.
- Eat a light meal or snack before coming in.
