Frown lines

A frown is a facial expression that often indicates disapproval or displeasure. It can also be done subconsciously when one is concentrating. Over time, repeated frowning can naturally lead to static lines forming between your eyebrows.

Forehead lines

These are lines that stretch across the forehead when the eyebrows are lifted.

Crow’s feet

These lines often form on the outer corners of the eyes as a result of facial expressions like smiling or squinting. Over time, they can lead to static lines forming over the corner of the eyes.

To help support optimal treatment outcomes and minimise the likelihood of bruising or swelling, we recommend the following prior to your appointment:

• Avoid alcohol consumption for 24–48 hours before treatment.
• Avoid blood-thinning medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen where medically appropriate. Please consult your prescribing doctor before stopping or altering any medication.
• Avoid supplements that may increase bruising risk, including fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo biloba, and certain herbal supplements.
• Avoid strenuous exercise and excessive heat exposure, including saunas, steam rooms, and hot yoga, for 24 hours prior to treatment.

Please attend your appointment with clean skin free from makeup where possible.

If you are feeling unwell, have an active skin infection, cold sore, or have recently received dental treatment or vaccinations, please inform your treating healthcare professional prior to your appointment.

During your consultation, your healthcare professional will discuss your medical history, suitability for treatment, expected outcomes, potential risks, and aftercare instructions to support informed decision-making.

If you follow the required after care, the side effects you may experience will likely be limited to:

• Mild swelling at/or around the treatment site.

• Mild tenderness or bruising at or around the treatment site.

• Small red dots at the treatment site.

Following your treatment, it is important to follow the recommended aftercare instructions to support optimal healing and reduce the risk of complications or unwanted side effects.

After treatment, we recommend you:

• Avoid excessive pressure, rubbing, or touching the treated area for 24–48 hours.
• Avoid strenuous exercise for 24–48 hours following treatment.
• Avoid heat-related activities such as saunas, steam rooms, hot baths, or excessive sun exposure for 24–48 hours.
• Avoid alcohol consumption for 24 hours after treatment.
• Avoid facial massages or facial treatments for up to four weeks, unless otherwise advised by your healthcare professional.
• Avoid applying makeup to the treated area for at least 24 hours.

To reduce the risk of infection, maintain good hand hygiene and avoid unnecessary contact with the treated area during the initial healing period.

If you experience any unexpected symptoms, have concerns following your treatment, or require medical advice, please contact Xenial Aesthetics or seek appropriate medical attention promptly.

We also recommend attending your follow-up review appointment approximately two weeks after treatment. This appointment allows your treating healthcare professional to assess your response to treatment, discuss your progress, and address any questions or concerns you may have.