CONTOURING, VOLUME & WRINKLE TREATMENTS
At Suede, our experienced medical practitioners offer individualised treatments that address lines, volume changes, and overall contour. Our doctor-led team will assess your skin and discuss treatment options suited to your individual needs. Treatments are performed in a clinical setting following consultation and assessment.
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TREATMENT TYPES
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Wrinkle Treatment
What it involves:
This treatment involves administering small doses of a prescription-only medicine to relax specific facial muscles. This may soften the appearance of lines and wrinkles that form with repeated expression.
Appointment preparation:
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and alcohol 48 hours prior.
- Skip caffeine on the morning of treatment.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, those feeling unwell, anyone on antibiotics in the past two weeks, or those who have had vaccines recently.
Appointment details:
Duration: Treatments typically take 15 to 30 minutes.
Downtime:
Redness, swelling, or bruising may occur and usually settles within a few days.
What may happen:
Individual responses vary. Initial effects may be seen within a few days, with final results apparent after 2 weeks.
Facial Volumising
What it involves:
This treatment uses a prescription-only product designed to increase volume and hydration in areas such as the mid or lower face.
Appointment preparation:
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and alcohol 48 hours prior.
- Skip caffeine on the morning of treatment.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Treatment is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, those feeling unwell, anyone on antibiotics in the past two weeks, or those who have had vaccines recently or plan to fly within 7 days.
Appointment details:
Duration: Sessions typically last between 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Downtime:
Redness, swelling, or bruising may occur and usually settles within 1–2 weeks. Small lumps may occur but will resolve as the product settles.
What may happen:
Individual responses vary. Visible effects may develop gradually as swelling subsides. Duration varies depending on the product used and individual factors. Product may last 6 to 12 months, but results can vary.
Lip Flip / Chin Dimples / Brow Lift
What it involves:
Off-label uses of wrinkle-relaxing treatments involve injecting the prescription-only product into specific facial muscles to modify muscle activity for subtle changes.
Appointment preparation:
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and alcohol 48 hours prior.
- Skip caffeine on the morning of treatment.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, those feeling unwell, anyone on antibiotics in the past two weeks, or those who have had vaccines recently.
Appointment details:
Duration: The treatment takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes.
Downtime:
Swelling, redness, or bruising may occur and usually settles within 1–2 weeks.
What may happen:
Individual responses vary. Initial effects may be seen within a few days, with final results apparent after 2 weeks. Results typically last 2 to 3 months.
Fat Dissolving Treatments
What it involves:
These treatments involve a prescription-only solution that targets small, localised fat deposits in areas like the chin, abdomen, and thighs. The active ingredients assist the body in gradually eliminating treated fat cells.
Appointment preparation:
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and alcohol 48 hours prior.
- Skip caffeine on the morning of treatment.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Treatment is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, those feeling unwell, or anyone on antibiotics in the last two weeks. Avoid if you’ve had vaccines recently or are scheduled for one soon.
Appointment details:
Duration: Expect the treatment to take approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the area.
Sessions: Typically performed over multiple visits as advised by your practitioner
Downtime:
Swelling, bruising, and tenderness may occur. These effects are temporary but can last up to 6 weeks. Temporary numbness or altered sensation may occur, typically resolving in 2 weeks.
What may happen:
Individual responses vary. Results are typically seen after the first treatment. A series of sessions may be recommended to achieve the desired result, depending on individual response.
Hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating)
What it involves:
Prescription-only wrinkle-relaxing treatments can also be used ‘off-label’ to help reduce excessive sweating by blocking signals to sweat glands in the treated area.
Appointment preparation:
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and alcohol 48 hours prior.
- Skip caffeine on the morning of treatment.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, those feeling unwell, anyone on antibiotics in the past two weeks, or those who have had vaccines recently.
Appointment details:
Duration: The treatment takes 30 minutes.
Downtime:
Redness, swelling, or mild bruising may occur and usually settles within a few days.
What may occur:
Individual responses vary. Initial effects may be seen within a few days, with final results apparent after 2 weeks.
Dissolving Facial Volumisers
What it involves:
An enzyme-based solution can be used to dissolve hyaluronic acid-based volumising products when required.
Appointment preparation:
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, and alcohol 48 hours prior.
- Skip caffeine on the morning of treatment.
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin.
- Limit sun exposure and avoid active skincare products or exfoliants a few days before to minimise irritation.
Appointment details:
Duration: The treatment takes approximately 30 minutes.
Downtime:
Redness, swelling, or bruising may occur and usually lasts a few days to up to 2 weeks.
What may happen:
Individual responses vary. The product starts to work immediately, but allow 2 weeks for swelling and bruising to subside before assessing final results.
Disclaimer: All medical treatments are performed by registered health practitioners following a personal consultation and clinical assessment. Individual results and recovery times vary. All procedures carry potential risks. Find more information here.
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