• Minimize bruising by avoiding aspirin, ibuprofen/NSAIDs, fish oil, vitamin E, alcohol and blood thinning agents
• Try to arrive to your appointment with clean skin and no makeup if possible
• Inform your provider if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have autoimmune conditions, or have had recent treatments to the area
• Avoid dental work and vaccines within 2 weeks before treatment

• Avoid unnecessary touching or manipulation of the treated areas except for the recommended massage instructions below
• Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, excessive heat exposure, and/or hot steamy showers for the first 24 hours
• Avoid makeup for 24 hours and keep the injection sites clean
• Stay well hydrated

To ensure even distribution of the product, massage the treated areas:

• 5 minutes
• 5 times per day
• For 5 days

These side effects are temporary and can take up to two weeks to subside

• Mild redness, swelling, and bruising
• Tenderness at the injection site
• Uneven or asymmetrical appearance

• Increasing redness, warmth, or signs of infection
• Severe pain
• Skin discoloration or blanching
• Persistent lumps that do not improve with massage after 2 weeks have passed

Sculptra results develop gradually and typically require multiple treatment sessions. Your provider will recommend the timing and number of sessions based on your individual goals.