Aftercare guide
HIFU Skin Tightening aftercare
Worried about anything after your treatment? Call or message the clinic on 07958 129660. If it is urgent and you cannot reach us, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.
What to do
- Keep your skin cool and avoid hot baths, saunas and steam rooms for 24 to 48 hours
- Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
- Use a gentle cleanser and moisturiser for the first few days
- Avoid acids, retinoids and exfoliants for around five days
- Avoid other facial treatments over the area for two weeks unless advised otherwise
- Wear a broad-spectrum SPF every day
What is normal
- Temporary redness and warmth, usually settling within hours
- Minor swelling or slight soreness for a few days
- Tingling or tenderness when touching the treated area
When to call
Serious side effects are uncommon when HIFU is carried out by a trained practitioner. Rare risks include small superficial burns or blistering, temporary numbness or nerve irritation that can cause short-term weakness in facial movement, and bruising. These are reduced by a thorough consultation, a test patch, careful mapping of the face to avoid sensitive areas and appropriate energy settings. Please contact us straight away if you notice anything unexpected after treatment.
The clinic number is 07958 129660. If you are worried, call or message rather than wait. If you cannot reach us and it is urgent, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.