What Does Increasing Volume and Defining Borders Mean?
Restoring volume requires a non-surgical cosmetic treatment designed to restore volume, smooth fine lines, and enhance facial contours. Made from a soft, gel-like substance that mimics the body’s natural hyaluronic acid, fillers help to hydrate and plump the skin while creating beautifully balanced results.
This treatment is ideal for those looking to refresh their appearance without changing their natural features. Volumising treatments can enhance lips, define the jawline, lift the cheeks, soften nasolabial folds, and reduce under-eye hollows. The results are immediate, with a naturally rejuvenated look that continues to improve as the filler settles into place.
We focus on creating enhancements that look effortless and feel completely you. Our experienced cosmetic registered nurses take a personalised approach, ensuring each treatment complements your unique facial structure. Whether you’re looking for a subtle definition or a more noticeable refresh, we guide you through every step with care and expertise.
What to Expect During Your Treatment
At The Lounge Aesthetics, we want your volumising treatment to be as smooth and comfortable as possible. From your initial consultation to post-treatment care, our team guides you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and informed.
Your experience begins with a one-on-one consultation with one of our highly trained cosmetic registered nurses. During this session, we take the time to understand your goals, assess your facial structure, and create a treatment plan tailored specifically to you. Our approach is focused on achieving results that enhance your natural beauty while maintaining balance and proportion in your features.
The treatment is quick, with most appointments lasting between 30 and 60 minutes. A numbing agent is applied to ensure comfort, and our nurses use advanced techniques to place the filler precisely where it will achieve the most natural and flattering results.
Immediately after treatment, you may experience minor swelling or redness, but this typically subsides within a few hours to a couple of days. Since results are visible instantly, you’ll leave your appointment already noticing a refreshed and rejuvenated look.
We are committed to providing ongoing care to ensure you are completely satisfied with your results. If needed, we offer follow-up appointments to assess how your fillers have settled and make any necessary refinements. Your confidence and happiness with your treatment are our top priorities.
How should I prepare for my dermal filler treatment?
To ensure the best results and minimise the risk of bruising and swelling, avoid alcohol, blood thinners, and anti-inflammatory medications (including fish oil and vitamin E) for at least three to seven days before your appointment. Also, avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours prior to treatment.
Additionally, please let us know if:
- In the last two weeks, you have had surgery, dental procedures, or vaccinations for filler and anti-wrinkle injections.
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are taking antibiotics or have finished antibiotics in the last 2 weeks.
- You have travel plans or events within 1 week after your appointment.
What should I do if I feel unwell or have had recent medical procedures?
If you are feeling unwell or have had vaccinations, antibiotics, or dental work within the past two weeks, it is recommended to reschedule your appointment. Your overall health plays a key role in the healing process.
What precautions should I take if I am prone to cold sores or have severe allergies?
Ensure no cold sores are present at the time of treatment. Clients with severe allergies, particularly to bee stings or those with a history of anaphylaxis, should discuss their options with our nurses before proceeding with dermal fillers.
What can I expect immediately following my dermal filler treatment?
You may experience mild swelling, redness, tenderness, or bruising. These are normal reactions and should settle within a few days. Swelling may increase slightly between days one to three before gradually decreasing. The filler can take up to four weeks to fully integrate into your skin.
What should I do after my treatment to ensure the best results?
- Eat and drink normally, but be cautious if numbing agents are used with hot food and drinks.
- Take paracetamol if needed, but avoid blood-thinning medications.
- Antihistamines can help manage swelling, and arnica can be taken orally to reduce bruising.
- After four hours, cold packs can be applied intermittently to minimise swelling.
- Gentle cleansing of your face and your regular skincare routine can resume four hours after treatment.
- Makeup can be applied the next day.
- Avoid exercise for 24 hours and stick to gentle movement for the first 48 hours.
What should I avoid after my dermal filler treatment?
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours as it increases the risk of bruising.
- Do not touch or massage the treated area for at least four hours to minimise the risk of infection.
- Avoid excessively hot environments such as saunas or hot showers for 24 hours.
- For two weeks, avoid pressure on the treated area, including wearing firm face masks, helmets, and goggles or lying face down on a massage bed.
- For two weeks, avoid skin treatments such as needling, chemical peels, waxing, tattooing, or any skin-penetrating treatments.
- Avoid active skincare ingredients like retinol, AHA, or BHA products for 24 hours post-treatment.
What should I do if I experience anything beyond mild bruising, swelling, or slight discomfort?
Please contact the clinic immediately. For after-hours concerns, refer to your post-procedure care email for emergency contact details.
