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It is important that you give accurate aftercare advice to make sure you are providing your client with the best healing opportunities. All of the above side effects are normal and can be expected. Things to make your client aware of are:
- No anti-inflammatory drugs for at least 72 hours post treatment. Taking these will adverse the effects of Aqualyx as the process is to inflame and destroy the fat cells. If anti-inflammatory drugs are taken, this will massively impact the outcome of your treatment
- Avoid touching the treatment area for up to 6 hours
- Wash with mild soap, do not scrub the area, just gentle dabbing for 3-5 days
- No sunbeds or spray tans for 7 days post treatment
- Use arnica cream if you feel necessary for 7 days to help reduce bruising
- Avoid blood thinners
- Hot or cold compress can help reduce swelling
- Light mineral makeup can be worn after 24 hours
- Avoid heavy makeup for 5 days post treatment
- No swimming for 3 days post treatment
- No sauna or steam for 3 days post treatment
- Client should follow a low fat and low carbohydrate diet and increase water intake to at least 2 litres a day to maximise results
