Preparing for Your Appointment: What You Need to Know

July 2025

Whether you're new to anti-aging treatments or a regular client, preparation is key to ensuring a smooth treatment and the best possible results. At Esse Aesthetics, we want you to feel confident and informed at every step of your aesthetic journey. Here’s what you need to know before your appointment.

1. Book Your Consultation First

Before any treatment, it’s essential to have a personalised consultation with our Registered Nurse. This allows us to:

• Understand your goals

• Assess your medical history

• Determine whether treatment is appropriate for you

• Create a tailored plan that enhances your natural features

This step is also a requirement under Australian medical and regulatory guidelines, as some injectable treatments involve prescription-only medications.

2. Avoid Blood Thinners and Alcohol

To help reduce the risk of bruising, we recommend avoiding the following for at least 24–48 hours before treatment (unless advised otherwise by your healthcare provider):

• Alcohol

• Aspirin

• Ibuprofen

• Fish oil supplements

• Vitamin E

• Certain herbal supplements (e.g. garlic, ginseng, ginkgo)

These can thin your blood and increase your likelihood of bruising at the injection sites.

Important: If you are taking prescribed medications, do not stop them without first speaking to your doctor.

3. Plan Around Events

Some swelling, redness, or bruising is normal after injectables. These effects are typically mild and temporary, but it's wise to avoid scheduling treatments right before major events like weddings, photoshoots, or holidays.

Allow at least:

• 2 weeks before important social events (especially for volumising treatments)

• 3–5 days for anti-wrinkle treatments to take full effect

  
  

4. Stay Well and Hydrated

If you’re feeling unwell—even with mild cold or allergy symptoms—please contact us to reschedule. Your body’s immune response can affect healing, and we want to ensure you’re in the best condition for treatment.

Also, drink plenty of water and arrive with clean, makeup-free skin if possible.

5. Let Us Know About:

• Any recent or upcoming dental work (including cleanings or procedures)

• Any vaccinations received in the past 2 weeks or planned in the next 2 weeks

• Any history of cold sores or current outbreaks

• Any active acne or skin irritation in the treatment area

These can all impact your suitability for treatment on the day, and may require us to reschedule to ensure your safety and best results.

6. Aftercare Starts Before Treatment

Your nurse will provide detailed aftercare instructions, but being prepared ahead of time can help you plan. For example:

• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours post-treatment

• No facial treatments or massages for 1–2 weeks

• Follow-up appointments are often needed 2 weeks after initial treatment

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Have Questions?

We’re here to guide you through every step. If you’re unsure whether it’s the right time for treatment or want personalised advice, book your consultation or get in touch with us today.