How to recover
from every treatment.
Aftercare is half of a beautiful result. The actual injection or laser pass is fast; the days that follow are where the outcome takes shape. Here's how we approach it.
Detailed instructions,
a real human to call.
Every treatment at Reviv comes with written pre- and post-care instructions, sent to you by email and reviewed in person. We don't hand you a generic sheet — the instructions are tailored to the specific treatment and your specific case.
We'd rather you call with a small question than wait worrying. Most "is this normal?" concerns have a 30-second answer. The team responds to texts and calls during business hours, same-day; for after-hours urgent concerns, we have a clear protocol on what to do.
We follow up after treatment — at the appropriate interval for what you had done. For Botox, that's a complimentary 2-week touch-up. For laser series, it's the next session check-in. For Kybella and longer-recovery treatments, we check in mid-recovery to make sure things are tracking.
And if something doesn't feel right, we'll see you in the office to look — no charge for follow-up appointments tied to recent treatment.
The cards below link to the treatment-specific pages where the full pre- and post-care instructions live. Below that, a section on universal principles that apply across every recovery.
Every treatment,
each with its own page.
Tap any card for the detailed pre- and post-care section on that treatment's page.
Botox & Neurotoxins
No downtime; small things matter most. Stay upright 4 hours, skip facial massage and saunas for 24 hours. Full pre/post on the treatment page.
Dermal & Lip Fillers
Mild bruising and swelling are normal. Skip alcohol and ibuprofen 24-48 hours before. Avoid heat and pressure on the treated area for 48 hours.
Laser Hair Removal
Shave — don’t wax — 24-48 hours before. Avoid sun 4-6 weeks before and after. Gentle skincare and SPF after; multiple sessions for full clearance.
Halo + MOXI Resurfacing
Real downtime — pinkness and texture for several days. Strict sun protection for 4 weeks; gentle cleanser only; no actives or exfoliation for a week.
BBL Photofacial
Brown spots may darken before they flake — that’s normal. Mineral SPF, no scrubbing. Strict sun avoidance for 4 weeks post-treatment.
Sylfirm X Microneedling
Some redness and swelling are normal. Sun protection 1-2 weeks, gentle skincare for 48 hours, and let any peeling heal — no picking or scratching.
NuEra Tight RF
No downtime. Hydrate well, gentle skincare, mineral SPF. Avoid heat and hard exercise 24-48 hours. Effect builds over weeks as collagen remodels.
CoolSculpting
Swelling, redness, and numbness can last days to weeks. Gentle self-massage of the area twice daily for two weeks; stay hydrated; keep moving.
Sclerotherapy & Vein
Compression as directed; daily walking encouraged; no hot baths or saunas 24-48 hours. Cool compresses for swelling. Veins fade over weeks.
IV Therapy
Hydrate and eat before and after. Mild soreness at the IV site is normal. Skip alcohol and hard exercise for 24 hours; keep the site clean and dry.
Weight Loss (GLP-1)
Nausea can occur early — small, frequent meals help. Hydrate, stay consistent with doses, keep up diet and movement, and keep your follow-ups.
PRP Therapy
No active skincare for 5-7 days; mineral SPF only; slight pinkness for 24-48 hours. Detailed written pre- and post-care provided at your visit.
Kybella
Significant swelling for 7-14 days — plan accordingly. Cold compresses, supportive sleep, no aggressive massage. Detailed written instructions at your visit.
Six things that apply
across every recovery.
Hydrate, before and after
Water is the simplest and most universal recovery aid. Skin healing, lymphatic drainage, and tissue repair all run faster when you're well-hydrated. Aim for plenty of water on treatment day and the days that follow.
Sun protection isn't optional
For laser, BBL, RF, and any procedure that disrupts the skin barrier, UV during the healing window can permanently alter pigmentation. Mineral SPF 30+ when going outside, broad-brimmed hat when possible, no tanning beds for at least 4 weeks post-treatment.
Sleep matters more than people think
7-8 hours during the first recovery week is meaningful. Sleep is when collagen synthesis and inflammation resolution happen — short-changing it slows healing visibly.
Skip alcohol and blood thinners around treatments
Alcohol, aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, and vitamin E all increase bruising risk. Most treatments call for stopping these 24-48 hours before. Never stop a prescribed medication without your doctor's OK — ask us about substitutions.
Gentle skincare during recovery
Pause retinoids, acids, vitamin C, and exfoliating actives for several days post-treatment. Use a fragrance-free cleanser, ceramide-rich moisturizer, and mineral sunscreen. We'll tell you when to resume your usual lineup.
Movement, in moderation
Most treatments call for skipping hard exercise the day of and 24 hours after. Walking and gentle activity are usually fine and even helpful. Sclerotherapy specifically benefits from daily walking. We'll specify per treatment.
Anything that
doesn't feel right.
Some symptoms after treatment are normal — bruising, mild swelling, pinkness, the sensation of having had something done. Others warrant a call. The general rule: if you're uncertain, call. We answer.
- Worsening pain — pain that gets worse rather than better over the first 24-48 hours.
- Increasing swelling past day 3 — most swelling peaks at 48 hours and resolves; new swelling later may signal an issue.
- Skin changes around injection sites — blanching, mottled discoloration, or a duskiness that doesn't resolve with massage and warmth.
- Fever or chills — never normal post-injection or post-laser; call same day.
- Vision changes — extremely rare with filler, but a true emergency. Call immediately.
- Anything that just feels wrong — your instinct is data; we'd rather hear from you.
Phone: (650) 697-3339. We respond within business hours and provide an after-hours protocol for genuine concerns.