Aftercare guide
HIFU Aftercare
HIFU works beneath the skin surface, so there is little to see afterwards and most people go straight back to their day. Some tenderness is common while the deeper tissue responds.
For: HIFU
Your own doctor’s instructions always come first. If anything here is different from what you were told at the clinic, follow your doctor and ask us if you are unsure.
Before your appointment
- Remove makeup and skincare from the area
- Tell us about fillers, threads, implants or skin conditions in the area
- Tell us if you are pregnant
After your treatment, step by step
First 24 hours
Do- Use a gentle cleanser and plain moisturiser
- Apply a cool compress if the area feels warm or tender
Avoid- Very hot showers, sauna and steam
First week
Do- Continue a gentle routine
- Broad-spectrum sunscreen SPF 50 every morning, reapplied every 2–3 hours when outdoors
Avoid- Harsh scrubs, retinol and acids for a few days if the skin feels sensitive
- Strong facial massage
Months 1–3
Do- Expect gradual lifting and tightening as new collagen forms
- Come for your review appointment
Avoid- Expecting the full result straight away
What to pause, and for how long
| Pause | For how long |
|---|---|
| Retinol and acids | A few days, if the skin feels sensitive |
Normal, and settles by itself
- Mild redness for a few hours
- Tenderness, tingling or a bruised feeling along the jaw or cheeks for days to a few weeks
- Slight swelling
Call your clinic if you notice
- Blisters, burns or raised lines on the skin
- Numbness or muscle weakness that does not improve after 2 weeks
- Pain that is getting worse rather than better
Aftercare questions
When will I see HIFU results?
Some people notice a little tightening early, but the main change builds over 2–3 months as collagen forms. Individual results vary.
Can I wear makeup after HIFU?
Usually yes, the same day, as long as the skin is not irritated.
Paradise Wellness · +91 97738 63777 · https://www.paradisewellness.in/aftercare/hifu · General information only; it does not replace advice from your doctor.