Prepare & Aftercare
Body Contouring aftercare
Cavitation, radio frequency and lipo laser release fat into the system to be cleared, so water intake and movement in the twenty-four hours after each session are part of the treatment, not optional extras.
Follow the written aftercare you are given at your appointment first — it is specific to you, and this page is a general guide.
Reviewed by Valleva Body on 12 September 2026.
Before your appointment
- Drink plenty of water in the day before your session.
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours beforehand.
- Eat lightly rather than immediately before your appointment.
- Wear or bring comfortable clothing that gives access to the treatment area.
Straight after treatment
- Keep drinking water for the rest of the day and the day after.
- Be active after the session where your practitioner has advised it — this is part of the protocol, not an optional extra.
- Avoid alcohol on treatment days.
- Keep the area moisturised, and use sun protection on any treated facial area.
What healing looks like
- Same dayMild warmth or redness. Normal activity can continue straight away.
- Days 1–3Nothing visible. Water intake and activity between sessions do the work here.
- Across the courseChange is gradual. Measurements taken at the start are the honest way to judge progress.
- End of courseReview against your starting measurements and photographs.
When to contact someone
Contact a healthcare professional promptly if you notice any of the following:
- Persistent pain in the treated area
- Burns, blistering or broken skin
- Unusual bruising
- Any new symptom you were not told to expect
For anything that is worrying you but is not urgent, message us and we will take a look. For anything urgent, contact your doctor or your nearest emergency service rather than waiting for a reply from us.
Information on this site is general and is not a substitute for medical diagnosis, advice or treatment. Speak to a healthcare professional about any health concern.
Treatments this covers
Something not looking right?
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