Before & After Care

Before & After Care Instructions

At VGM Health, your comfort, safety, and results are always our top priority.

To help you get the most from your treatment—and recover with ease—we’ve outlined simple before and after care guidelines for each of our most popular services. Whether you’re here for injectables, skin treatments, or advanced rejuvenation, these quick tips ensure you feel confident and informed every step of the way.

Because Glowing Results Start with Thoughtful Care

Click through each section below to review how to prepare and care for your skin before and after your treatment.

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Botox

We provide personalized care to help address:

Before Your Botox Treatment:

  • Avoid alcohol, blood-thinning medications (like aspirin, ibuprofen), and fish oil supplements for 24–48 hours prior.
  • Arrive with clean skin, free of makeup, lotion, or sunscreen if possible.
  • Stay well-hydrated and get a good night's rest the evening before.
  • Let us know if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any active infections.

After Your Botox Treatment:

  • Avoid lying flat for at least 4 hours after your treatment.
  • Refrain from rubbing, massaging, or applying pressure to the treated areas for 24 hours.
  • Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, and heat exposure for 24–48 hours.
  • You may experience mild swelling, redness, or tenderness—this typically resolves within a few hours to a day.
  • Results will start to appear within 3–7 days, with full effects around 2 weeks.

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Chemical Peels

Before Your Chemical Peel:

  • Discontinue retinol, tretinoin, glycolic acids, and other exfoliating products 5–7 days prior.
  • Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for at least a week before treatment.
  • Inform us of any recent cosmetic treatments, sunburns, or infections.

After Your Chemical Peel:

  • Mild redness, tightness, and peeling are expected over the next few days.
  • Avoid picking, pulling, or scrubbing peeling skin.
  • Keep skin hydrated with recommended moisturizers.
  • Use a gentle cleanser and broad-spectrum SPF daily.
  • Avoid active ingredients (retinol, exfoliants, strong acids) until your provider advises otherwise.

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Microchanneling

Before Your Microchanneling Treatment:

  • Discontinue retinol, exfoliants, and aggressive skincare 3–5 days prior.
  • Stay well-hydrated and eat a balanced meal before your appointment.
  • Arrive with clean, bare skin (no makeup, lotions, or sunscreen).
  • Avoid sunburns or tanning for at least a week before your appointment.

After Your Microchanneling Treatment:

  • Redness and sensitivity similar to a mild sunburn are normal for 24–48 hours.
  • Avoid makeup, heavy creams, and active skincare ingredients for the first 24–48 hours.
  • Use a gentle cleanser, hydrating serum, and recommended post-care products.
  • Strict sun protection is essential—wear SPF daily.
  • Avoid vigorous exercise, hot showers, or saunas for 24 hours.

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