Steps to Minimize Bruising from Cosmetic Procedures

1. Icing. Icing the treatment area(s) as directed the evening after the procedure can help minimize bruising.

2. Avoid Blood Thinners. Avoid substances that reduce blood clotting for 10 days prior to procedure and 3 days after the procedure such as:

Aspirin (Excedrin)
Vitamin E
Fish oil
St. John’s Wort
Coumadin (warfarin)
Other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as, ibuprofen (Advil)

3. Anti-Bruising Supplements. Start Bromelain (oral) and Arnica (sub-lingual) tablets 2 days prior to the procedure and continue for 1 week after procedure. These are readily available at Whole Foods or other local vitamin markets.

4. Light-Emitting Diode Devices. Use a light-emitting diode (LED) device with red light and infrared waves for one week after the procedure. You can purchase an at-home LED device from a variety of manufacturer’s, including Lightstim and Baby Quasar.