Anti-wrinkle injections eliminate or soften wrinkles by temporarily relaxing the facial muscles. This results in softening or eliminating lines and wrinkles, helping your skin look smoother and more youthful.
How long it can last for?
For most people, results last for 3 to 4 months depending on the dosage.
WHEN WILL I SEE RESULTS FROM MY ANTI-WRINKLE TREATMENT?
You will notice the effects of your anti-wrinkle treatment within 3 to 5 days. Please expect up to 2 weeks’ time to see the full treatment outcomes.
At Crystal Cosmetic Clinic, we offer a complimentary 2 week follow-up appointment to assess the results of your anti-wrinkle treatment.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTION APPOINTMENT
First, your registered nurse will take the time to understand what outcomes that you are after, complete your consent forms and answer any questions you may have. Then nurse will conduct a facial assessment and provide you with your treatment options and pricing.
Next, one of our doctors will provide a prescription for your anti-wrinkle treatment if no contraindications are identified.
Then, the procedure start! Your Nurse will prepare for the injection which including cleaning the site with an antibacterial agent. Inject the product into the treatment area/s.
At first, a slight stinging sensation may be caused by the injection, however, this is normally tolerated well by most patients. The treatment itself generally takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
After the procedure, there is minimal downtime. You are free to leave the clinic when you are ready. Your Nurse will give you a pamphlet with your aftercare instructions. You may experience slight redness around the injection site, possible some slightly swelling or bruising, but these will usually fade away itself with time.
WHAT PRODUCTS DO YOU USE FOR ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTIONS?
Because of the legislation and regulations governing the advertisement of therapeutic goods, we cannot promote the brand names of the products used in our cosmetic injectable treatments.
We use premium quality products only and will discuss the solution that is best for you during your consultation.
ANTI-WRINKLE PRE-TREATMENT PREPARATION
Please advise our doctors and nurses if you are taking blood-thinning medications (such as aspirin, warfarin or clopidogrel etc), regardless of whether you are expecting to have treatment or just a consultation.
24 HOURS PRIOR
Avoid excessive sun exposure
Avoid alcohol
Avoid over the counter medications or multi vitamins that may cause blood thinning such as: Ibuprofen, aspirin, fish oil, vitamin e, Ginko Biloba.
7 DAYS PRIOR
Avoid chemical peels and needling.
On the day of your appointment, make sure you have eaten a meal and increase your water intake.
IMMEDIATELY POST TREATMENT
Maximise facial activity for half an hour (such as frowning, raising your eyebrows and squinting).
Avoid lying down for the coming 4-6 hours.
Do not have facial treatments, rub or massage the treated area.
You may gently cleanse the area with cotton wool.
Take Panadol as needed.
Avoid steam rooms, saunas and swimming pools after treatment.
Avoid heat introducing exercise/activities for 24 hours.
Avoid alcohol consumption
2 WEEKS POST
Visit your cosmetic injector for a review appointment.
