Preparing for Your Treatment

Before you book

A little planning makes your appointment easier and more comfortable, and helps keep bruising and swelling down.

• Everything begins with a consultation. It’s the time to discuss what you’d like to achieve, your medical history and any concerns, and to understand what the treatment involves, what to expect and what the risks are.
• You and John will agree a treatment plan that’s right for you before anything is booked.
• If you haven’t done so yet, fill in the consent and medical history form before you come in. It’s an important part of keeping you safe.

The week before

• If it’s safe for you, stop blood-thinning supplements such as fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba and St John’s Wort for about a week beforehand, as they make bruising more likely.
• For the same reason, avoid anti-inflammatory painkillers such as aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen for about a week, unless a doctor has prescribed them for you.
• Always check with your GP before stopping any prescribed medicine.
• Don’t start any new skincare products or treatments that could irritate your skin.
• Stop retinoids and glycolic acids a few days before your appointment so your skin is less sensitive.
• If you’re having dermal fillers or threads, please avoid booking within two weeks of any dental work.
• If you’re prone to cold sores, tell John beforehand so he can allow for it when planning your treatment.

The day before and on the day

• Don’t drink alcohol for at least 24 hours before, as it makes bruising more likely.
• Have as little caffeine as you can on the day.
• Drink plenty of water and eat well in the days before your appointment.
• Wear comfortable clothes that make the treatment area easy to reach.
• If possible, come without heavy make-up on the area being treated.
• If you’re nervous, let John know. He’s glad to explain every step and make sure you feel at ease.
• Ask any final questions before treatment starts. No question is too small.

Planning around your treatment

• Pick a time when you can rest afterwards. Plan to avoid hard exercise, strong sun and important social occasions for at least 24 to 48 hours.
• Bruising can happen and can last up to two weeks, especially around the eyes and cheeks and after PDO threads. It’s a normal part of healing.
• If a wedding, holiday or other big occasion is coming up, leave plenty of time between your treatment and the day.

After your treatment

John will explain your aftercare before you leave. Following it carefully is the best way to protect your result and keep side effects to a minimum. You can also find the guide for each treatment on this page.