We provide precise clinical answers on procedural sensations, recovery periods, and safety protocols.
Navigating aesthetic treatments requires clear anatomical expectations. Our Colorado licensed practitioner addresses frequent inquiries regarding downtime, unit dosing, and our strict adult-only policy.
Facial Mapping and Precision Injection Vectors
Skin marking pencils delineate motor endplates and safe orbital zones prior to administering any neuromodulator or dermal filler.
Frequently Answered Clinical Questions
Why does Velviques strictly enforce an 18+ client requirement?
In strict compliance with Colorado state licensing requirements, Associated Skin Care Professionals (ASCP) ethics, and Meta and Google Ads wellness guidelines, our cosmetic procedures are reserved exclusively for adults 18 years of age and older. Facial skeletal structure and muscle maturation continue developing through late adolescence. We require valid government-issued photographic identification during initial clinical intake.
How does unit pricing ($10–$20) differ from zone pricing ($200–$700)?
Unit pricing ($10–$20 USD per unit) is calculated by physical measure for targeted touch-ups or conservative micro-dosing. Zone pricing ($200–$700 USD per zone) covers complete anatomical muscular zones—such as the glabella complex (corrugators and procerus) or frontalis forehead plane—ensuring sufficient units are delivered to achieve balanced kinetic relaxation without risk of under-dosing.
What physical sensations should I anticipate during microneedling and RF treatments?
Prior to automated microneedling ($300–$600) or RF microneedling ($800–$1500), we apply a prescription-grade topical compounded anesthetic for 20 to 25 minutes. Clients experience a mild vibrating scratch or gentle localized warmth as insulated pins deposit radiofrequency energy. Discomfort is brief, controlled, and immediately followed by cryo cooling globes and restorative serums.
What is the actual recovery timeline following a chemical peel?
Downtime depends on depth. A superficial glycolic or lactic peel ($150–$300) causes transient pinkness resolving within 3 to 6 hours with zero shedding. A medium-depth TCA or salicylic peel ($350–$600) produces mild epidermal tightness followed by light flaking between days 3 and 6. At no point should peeling skin be manually pulled; strict physical sunscreen defense is mandatory.
What post-procedure restrictions must I follow after Botox or fillers?
Remain upright for at least 4 hours post-treatment. Refrain from strenuous cardiovascular exercise, saunas, hot yoga, and alcohol consumption for 24 hours to reduce micro-bruising and swelling. Avoid firm facial massage or sleeping face-down for 48 hours to ensure injected neuromodulator or hyaluronic filler gel remains in its mapped anatomical tier.
Why do consultations take 40 minutes and carry a credited $50 fee?
A thorough diagnostic intake involves dermascope examination, facial muscle movement analysis, and Fitzpatrick phototyping. The $50 consultation fee protects the clinical practitioner's time and prevents high-pressure sales tactics. When you proceed with any procedure, the entire $50 is credited directly to your treatment invoice.
Post-Procedure Mineral UV Defense and Barrier Recovery
Following light therapy, chemical peels, or microneedling, 100% mineral zinc oxide sunscreen must be applied daily to shield sensitized melanocytes from UV damage.
Candidate Exclusion Criteria (Who We Cannot Treat)
Our Colorado-licensed aesthetic practice strictly defers or declines treatment in the presence of specific medical contraindications:
- Clients who are currently pregnant, nursing, or planning conception within 30 days.
- Active oral herpes outbreaks, bacterial skin infections, or open abrasions across planned injection vectors.
- Individuals currently taking oral isotretinoin (Accutane) or who have completed treatment within the prior 6 months.
- Known neuromuscular transmission disorders (such as Myasthenia Gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome) for neuromodulators.
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