Sculptra
Post-Care Guide
After Sculptra, it is important to remember the 5:5:5 rule:
Massage the treated area for 5 minutes 5 times a day for 5 days after treatment
First 24 Hours After
An ice pack or cold pack will help reduce any common swelling. Apply a cloth-wrapped cold pack to the treated area for 15 minutes, three times a day. NEVER apply ice directly to skin and avoid firm pressure.
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours to reduce bruising.
You may take Acetaminophen/Tylenol if you experience any mild tenderness or discomfort
24 Hours +
After your treatment there will be moderate swelling and redness with the possibility of bruising. These symptoms will resolve in about 7-10 days.
Excessive sunlight and UV lamp exposure should be avoided until any initial swelling and redness go away.
A few days post-treatment you will look the same as you did before the treatment. This is because the water that was injected will be absorbed, leaving the Sculptra particles behind to stimulate your own collagen to grow.