This treatment uses a prescription-only medicine, so it can only be considered after a face-to-face consultation with a prescriber. Nothing is decided online or over the phone.
Before
- Bring a list of every medicine and supplement you take.
- Tell us about allergies, any neuromuscular condition and previous injections, including when you had them.
- If you're pregnant, breastfeeding or planning a pregnancy, say so at the consultation.
- For a few days beforehand, avoid alcohol and — if you only take them occasionally — anti-inflammatory painkillers and supplements such as fish oil or vitamin E, as they can make bruising more likely.
- Come with clean skin and no make-up on the face.
During
- The prescriber assesses your face and medical history and explains the options, risks and costs — nothing goes ahead without your informed consent.
- If treatment is agreed, it involves a few small injections; you may feel a quick pinch.
After
- Stay upright for a few hours and don't rub or massage the treated area for the rest of the day.
- Skip strenuous exercise, saunas and facials for the rest of the day.
- A follow-up visit within 14 days is included, so we can check how everything has settled.
- If you notice increasing pain, a pale, blotchy or dusky patch of skin or any change in your vision, contact Magda straight away.
Not sure whether something on this list applies to you? Ask us before you book or at your consultation. Never stop a medicine you take on medical advice without speaking to your GP.
