WRINKLE REDUCTION
WRINKLE REDUCTION
CONSULTATION FOR WRINKLE REDUCTION
Our wrinkle reduction consultation includes an in-depth assessment with a registered nurse to discuss your concerns, review your medical history, and determine whether treatment is appropriate for you.
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20-30 minutes
New clients require an initial consultation to determine their suitability.
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To be determined following an in-person consultation.
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Minimal downtime, with a low risk of minor redness and bruising.
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Ideal for those looking to soften dynamic lines, help prevent deeper lines from developing, improve skin smoothness, and achieve a refreshed appearance.
TREATMENT AREAS
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Forehead lines are horizontal creases that develop across the forehead through repeated facial expressions, such as raising the eyebrows. Over time, these lines may become more noticeable, even when the face is at rest.
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Frown lines are vertical lines that develop between the eyebrows from repeated facial expressions, such as frowning or concentrating. They may become more noticeable over time and can remain visible even when the face is relaxed.
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Crows feet are fine lines that form around the outer corners of the eyes from repeated smiling, squinting, and other facial expressions. They may become more noticeable as the skin changes with age.
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Downturned mouth corners can occur as facial muscles and age-related changes affect the lower face, creating a downward appearance at the corners of the mouth.
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A gummy smile is when a greater amount of gum tissue is visible above the upper teeth when smiling. This appearance can vary depending on individual facial anatomy and muscle activity.
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A lip flip consultation is suitable for individuals who wish to discuss the appearance of the upper lip when smiling. The anatomy and movement of the lips vary from person to person.
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Platysmal bands are the vertical bands that can appear on the neck due to contraction of the platysma muscle. They often become more noticeable with age and contribute to lower face heaviness.
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The movement of the nostrils and nasal tip can vary with facial expression and individual anatomy. Some people notice increased movement when smiling or speaking.
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Bunny lines are the small diagonal lines that appear on either side of the nose when smiling or scrunching the nose. They may become more noticeable with repeated facial expressions over time.
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Chin dimpling, sometimes referred to as an "orange peel" or "pebble chin" appearance, can occur due to repeated contraction of the chin muscle. It may become more noticeable during facial expressions or over time as the skin changes with age.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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If you plan to book in for wrinkle reduction treatment, please ensure that you are not:
Not pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive.
No active infection or currently unwell.
No vaccines 2 weeks before treatment.
ONE WEEK PRIOR
Unless medically required, cease taking medications and supplements that may increase risk of bleeding and bruising, these include.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: Aspirin, Ibuprofen(Nurofen), Diclofenac(Voltaren).
Supplements: Fish oil, Turmeric, Ginger, Vitamin E.
Please inform us if you are currently on Anti-coagulants/Anti-platelets such as Warfarin(Coumadin), Apixaban(Eliquis), Clopidogrel(Plavix).
24 HOURS PRIOR
Avoid exercise and alcohol to reduce risk of bruising and swelling. Please attend your appointment makeup-free.
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Avoid touching or rubbing the treated area until the following morning.
Do not have facial treatments, laser procedures, or facial massage until advised by your clinician.
For the next 24 hours, avoid strenuous exercise and heat exposure, including saunas, hot tubs, steam rooms, and tanning.
If you experience a headache or discomfort, paracetamol may be taken as directed. Avoid ibuprofen (e.g. Nurofen) and other anti-inflammatory medications for the first 24 hours where possible, unless prescribed by your doctor.
Mild bruising can occur and is usually temporary. If bruising develops, it can often be concealed with makeup once the injection sites have closed. Arnica tablets or Hirudoid cream may help reduce bruising.
Results typically begin to develop within 4–7 days, with the full effect usually seen after 2 weeks.
Review appointment may be scheduled approximately 2 weeks after your treatment as required.
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Unfortunately, we cannot provide you with cosmetic injectable treatments if you are under the age of 18, pregnant or breastfeeding, have an active infection or an uncontrolled medical condition.
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There is no down time for wrinkle reduction treatments, downtime is minimal for peels and skin needling. Dermal filler may require 4 weeks to fully settle, though after 2 weeks all the bruising and swelling should have subsided.
We always recommend planning ahead and have your treatment 4-8 weeks before any important events.
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It’s important to note that the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has strict guidelines regarding the advertising and promotion of scheduled medicines.
As a result, we are unable to advertise specific brand names, pricing, or provide detailed information about prescription medicine-based cosmetic treatments prior to consultation.
At Bare Aesthetics, consultations are complimentary. Following your consultation, you will receive access to our client hub, where you can view our treatment information, pricing guide, and before & after gallery in one convenient location.
If you have any questions or would like to book a consultation, please contact our team or schedule an appointment online.
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At Bare Aesthetics, we only use TGA approved, market-leading products for our clients. Due to TGA guidelines, we are not permitted to list the particular product we use, however we can certainly provide you with full product information during our consultation.
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Wrinkle reduction will feel like a slight pinch or sting. While volume replacing treatments, skin remodeling and rejuran can be slightly more uncomfortable.
Rest assured, all of our premium volumising products are pre-mixed with a numbing agent, we also use a very fine needle to minimise pain, and a strong topical numbing cream is always used for lip treatments. For other areas, it may be requested.
We also offer a range of tools to help with pain and discomfort, such as a vibration device. Our treatments are generally well tolerated by our clients.
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The medication act as a muscle relaxant, it blocks the chemical signal between the nerve and muscle, which in turn temporarily deactivating the target muscle.
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Your treatment will normally start to work from day 2-4, reaching full results at 2 weeks.
However, the masseter muscles (facial slimming) can take up to 8 weeks to atrophy.
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This depends on the treated area, dose administered, product used, your metabolism and physical activity level. Generally, the average time for wrinkle reduction is between 3-4 months.
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Wrinkle reduction treatments does not permanently affect the face and will not age you further if you eventually decide to stop having treatment.
Once the effects of the treatment wear off completely, the treated muscles gradually regain their movement, strength, and size. Consequently, lines may reform, and symptoms may recur.