What to Do Before and After Your Aesthetic Appointment?

What to Do Before and After Your Aesthetic Appointment at Makeover Palace, Kidlington

Aesthetic treatments work best when you prepare well and care for your skin afterward. At Makeover Palace in Kidlington, clients want long-lasting, natural results. This guide explains what to do before and after your appointment so your skin stays healthy, calm and glowing.

What Should You Do Before Your Aesthetic Appointment?

1. Keep Your Skin Calm for 72 Hours

Avoid exfoliating acids, scrubs, retinols or strong active products. Calm, balanced skin responds better to injectable or skin-boosting treatments.

2. Stay Hydrated

Drink plenty of water in the days leading up to your appointment. Hydrated skin accepts treatment smoothly and heals faster.

3. Avoid Alcohol for 24 Hours

Alcohol thins the blood and increases the risk of bruising. Stay alcohol-free the day before your treatment for the best outcome.

4. Skip Intense Workouts on the Day

High activity raises your body temperature. This increases the chance of swelling. Light walking is fine but avoid heavy gym sessions.

5. Arrive With Clean Skin

Remove makeup before your appointment. Clean skin helps your practitioner work safely and accurately.

6. Share Any Medical Changes

Tell the practitioner about new medications, supplements or allergies. This protects your safety and ensures the right treatment plan.

What Should You Expect After Your Appointment?

1. Mild Redness or Swelling

Your skin may feel warm, tight or slightly puffy. This settles quickly with the right aftercare.

2. No Touching or Applying Makeup

Avoid touching the area for several hours. Keep makeup off the treated skin until the practitioner says you can apply it again.

3. Avoid Heat for 24–48 Hours

Skip hot showers, saunas, steam rooms and sunbeds. Heat increases inflammation and slows healing.

4. Limit Alcohol and Exercise

Alcohol and intense exercise increase blood flow and swelling. Give your skin time to stabilise before returning to your normal routine.

5. Follow the Aftercare Plan

Use a gentle cleanser and soothing products only. Avoid retinols, acids and exfoliants until your skin feels fully settled.

6. Protect Your Skin With SPF

Daily SPF is essential after aesthetic treatments. Your skin becomes more sensitive to UV light, even on cloudy days.

When Should You Contact the Clinic?

Reach out to Makeover Palace if:

Swelling becomes severe
You feel unusual discomfort
You notice uneven results
You have questions about aftercare
The team will always support you and adjust your treatment plan if needed.

How to Maintain Your Results

Book regular review appointments
Follow your recommended home skincare
Keep hydrated
Avoid overusing strong products
Protect your skin from sun exposure
Consistent care helps your results last longer and look more natural.

Book Your Aesthetic Treatment at Makeover Palace, Kidlington

Feel confident and prepared for your next appointment.

Book your aesthetic treatment online today at Makeover Palace in Kidlington and achieve results that look fresh, smooth and beautifully natural.