Skin Preparation Guide for a Successful Dermal Filler Procedure

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• Author e-FILLERS Team
• May 30th, 2023

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Dermal fillers are a popular cosmetic treatment used to restore volume, improve facial contours, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. However, to ensure the best possible results, it's important to prepare the skin before and after the procedure.

“Preparing the skin before and after a dermal filler procedure can help improve the results and minimize the risk of complications.”

Here are some of the essential cosmetic tips that can help:

Before the Procedure

1. Sunscreen: Protecting the skin from the sun's harmful UV rays is a must before and after any cosmetic treatment. Advise your patient to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher to the face and neck every day.
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2. Cleanser: Use a gentle cleanser to remove any makeup or dirt from the face before the procedure. Avoid any harsh scrubs or exfoliants that can irritate the skin.
Check out TEOXANE AHA Cleansing gel, which is a multi-beneficial rinsing cleanser for the face and neck. This cleanser is designed to clean and purify the skin with properties of smoothing and hydrating in the superficial skin layers.

3. Hydrating serum: Applying a hydrating serum can help plump and hydrate the skin before the procedure. This can help improve the results of the dermal filler treatment.
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After the Procedure

1. Ice pack: Applying a cold compress or ice pack to the treated area can help reduce swelling and bruising. Wrap the ice pack in a towel and apply it to the treated area for 10 to 15 minutes at a time.

2. Anti-swelling cream: An anti-swelling cream can help reduce bruising and inflammation after the procedure. Apply it to the treated area several times a day for the first few days after the procedure.
Check out SoftFil® Topilase®, that is a topical care that improves the appearance of irregularities or swellings including those from HA injections.

3. Moisturizer: Keeping your skin moisturized after the procedure is important to help maintain the results and prevent dryness. Use a gentle, non-comedogenic moisturizer to hydrate the skin.
Check out FILLMED B3-RECOVERY CREAM, which is a highly effective anti-aging face cream for sensitive and irritated skin. The cream contains ingredients such as a blend of the plant-based complexes well-known for their soothing abilities to relieve dehydrated skin.

4. Mineral makeup: After the procedure, the patients should avoid using any makeup for the first 24 hours. After that, they should avoid for a few days heavy makeup or any products that can clog the pores. Mineral makeup is a good option as it is lightweight, breathable, and won't clog the pores.

5. Sunscreen: It's crucial to continue protecting the skin from the sun's harmful UV rays after the procedure. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher to the face and neck every day.

Ultimately, preparing the skin before and after a dermal filler procedure can help improve the results and minimize the risk of complications. By using sunscreen, a gentle cleanser, a hydrating serum, and applying an ice pack and light skincare products after the procedure, it can help ensure that the skin stays healthy, hydrated, and radiant.