To ensure the safest, most comfortable experience and the best results, please review and follow these guidelines before your lip hydration appointment:

Cold Sore (Herpes Simplex) Notice

If you have a personal history of cold sores, please contact the clinic prior to your appointment. SkinVive injected near the mouth can trigger a flare, and you may need preventative antiviral medication to ensure a safe, comfortable treatment.

3-5 Days Before Treatment

• Avoid blood-thinning supplements and medications when possible (consult your prescribing provider): fish oil, omega-3s, vitamin E, turmeric, aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen.

• Limit alcohol, as it can increase bruising.

• If you bruise easily, you may start Arnica orally (optional). We do have medical-grade products available at the clinic for $14.

• Avoid dental cleanings, major dental work, or vaccinations within 2 weeks of your appointment (before or after).

Day of Treatment

• If possible, arrive with make-up-free skin.

• Work out at least 2 hours prior to your appointment.

• Eat a light meal beforehand to prevent lightheadedness.

• If you tend to swell, you may take a non-drowsy antihistamine (such as Zyrtec) the morning of your appointment.

Reminders

• Results from the SkinVive injections will take approximately 3-4 weeks to appear. Plan accordingly for any special occasions, vacations, family pictures, and events you may have coming up to ensure you look your best.

• Please remember that, although usually minimal, bruising can occur and may last up to two weeks.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

Your lip hydration appointment is a 45-minute visit. We’ll begin with a focused consultation to understand your goals, assess your anatomy, and ensure this is the best choice of treatment. You’ll be comfortably numbed with the anesthetic option you prefer, and injections typically take about 15-30 minutes. You’ll see immediate results, though some swelling and bruising are expected in the first few days. Before you leave, you’ll receive clear aftercare instructions and a realistic understanding of what to expect as your lips heal.