The Best Skincare For Aesthetic Treatments
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Do you need specific skincare to optimise your next treatment?
Non-invasive aesthetic treatments like Botox and fillers continue to increase in popularity, but are they replacing high-performance skincare? In short, no. According to the experts, science-backed skincare remains just as important when it comes to maintaining healthy, optimal skin. So, what skincare is best for in-clinic treatments?
What Is Integrated Skincare?
As Sloane Clinic’s director Dean Rhobaye outlines in our 2024 aesthetics trends guide: ‘The results from in-clinic procedures, such as injectables, lasers, radiofrequency and microneedling, can be suboptimal and relatively short-lived if not supported at home by good quality science-based skincare products.’
A combined approach of in-clinic treatments and at-home complementary skincare forms an ‘integrated skincare’ programme that, according to Dean, ‘not only enables the aesthetic outcomes from in-clinic treatments to be maximised but also protected so that results last longer.’
What Are The Best Skincare Products To Use Before & After Aesthetic Treatments?
What skincare is good for chemical peels?
Skinceuticals Cell Cycle Catalyst, £120, skinceuticals.co.uk
Dr Ana Mansouri, Aesthetic Doctor, tells us: ‘We know that skin procedure effectiveness can be hindered by the layer of dead skin cells sitting on top of the skin. We therefore aim to gently exfoliate this layer of skin in a manner that doesn’t compromise or irritate the skin barrier, utilising this powerful yet gentle advanced multi-acid formulation.
‘I recommend a 15-day course of the Cell Cycle Catalyst prior to in-clinic procedures, such as chemical peels and lasers, to gently exfoliate the skin; this is an advanced integrated approach that we implement in clinic to optimise our clinical results. Any integrated protocols should be advised and monitored by your skin practitioner on a case-by-case basis.’
What skincare should you use when you’re getting Botox?
Skinceuticals P-Tiox, £130, skinceuticals.co.uk
Dr Wassim Taktouk, Aesthetic Doctor, tells us: ‘Muscle contraction (and subsequent wrinkles) are caused by nerves sending neurotransmitter (acetylcholine) to the muscle telling it to contact. Botox works by stopping this from happening. Neuropeptides, when applied topically, inhibit the release of neurotransmitters. Essentially, they are intercepting the communication between nerves and muscles, effectively reducing muscle contractions.
‘It marks a new way to tackle 9 types of contraction lines specifically that doesn’t involve needles if used alone. If it is used in conjunction with injectable toxin treatments it will be of additional benefit in reducing the contraction lines.’
What skincare should you use after getting filler?
Viktor Michael Injection Intervention Duo Pre and Post Injection Care Bundle, £210, viktormichael.com
As well as skincare with ongoing supplementary benefits, pre and post-treatment skincare can also reduce the downtime of in-clinic treatments. The Injection Intervention Duo is designed to minimise common side effects like swelling and bruising and support skin recovery. Featuring key ingredients like Arnica Montana, Bromelain, and Croton Lechleri Resin Powder, the duo works to reduce swelling, bruising, and tenderness while calming the skin. The complex of enzymes, acids, and phytoactives works to improve skin hydration and smoothness.
H A Intensifier Multi Glycan, £120, skinceuticals.co.uk
This newly reformulated twice-daily skincare hero stimulates glycans to promote structural volume for a natural filler effect, meaning it will enhance the appearance of treated areas. The advanced skincare formula features 1.3% pure hyaluronic acid, 12% Proxylane, and a post-biotic ferment to deliver intense hydration for up to 48 hours. It plumps and smooths skin, stimulates glycans for structural volume, and inhibits ageing effects.
