Vampire Hair Therapy: Before and After Care

Two Weeks Before Vampire Hair Therapy

• Refrain from use of excessive or unnecessary blood thinners.

One Week Before

• Use of any Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) including over-the-counter medications like Ibuprofen (Motrin, Aleve) and Aspirin, as well as prescription medications like Naproxen is not recommended, as these medications may interfere with platelet function.
• Use Acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain relief, when necessary.

Three Days Before

• Take a course of Arnica Homeopathic tablets until a day after treatment to decrease the occurrence of bruising.

The Day of Your Vampire Hair Procedure

• Bring a cap to wear home following treatment, as the numbing cream may leave hair greasy.
• You may experience some tenderness, swelling, redness or stinging at the injection site, immediately following injection.
• Comfort Measures:
  • Be sure to eat a small meal prior to treatment, since blood is being drawn.
  • A topical numbing cream can be applied before treatment.
  • If you elect to receive anti-anxiety medicine, such as Xanax, the physician will provide it to you on-site.
  • Pro Nox self-administered analgesic is available to reduce pain and anxiety.

• Allow up to two hours for anti-anxiety medication to wear off. Be sure you feel steady on your feet, before engaging in any activity.
• Showering and washing hair are allowed, once medication has worn off.
• Dawn detergent is recommended to remove any numbing cream, which can be greasy.
• Refrain from strenuous exercise for 24 hours.
• Opt for vegetable-based dye, when dying hair.
• Comfort Measures:
  • Acetaminophen may be used for discomfort. Refrain from NSAID’s (see above) for seven days.
  • Antihistamines, like Benadryl and Zyrtec, may be used for minor itching.
  • For up to 48 hours following treatment, cool packs or ice can relieve minor discomfort and reduce swelling and bruising. Ice for a maximum of 20 minutes per hour. After 48 hours, switch to hot packs.
  • Arnica Gel may be used for bruising.
  • If extreme swelling or any unforeseen symptoms occur, please contact Smooth Synergy at 212-397-0111.

Post Treatment Expectations

• Immediately following treatment and usually subsiding within 20-60 minutes, swelling occurs where lidocaine is injected in the forehead at two injection sites.
• With the exception of strenuous exercise, you may return to normal activity including after treatment.
• Most side effects from the treatment should not be cause for alarm. Symptoms are usually minor and should subside in time, as a normal part of the healing process. They may be alleviated with simple measures, as described above.
• Immediately following treatment, the treatment area may appear flushed, which usually subsides within several hours.
• Mild tingling, swelling, soreness, and tenderness may occur for up to three days.
• Bruising, particularly at the injection site, may last for several weeks.
• If you are concerned about any aspect of your post-treatment recovery, please call Smooth Synergy at 212-397-0111.

From immediately to two-three months and following a series of Vampire Hair treatments, results can include:

• A decrease in hair shedding,
• New hair growth, and
• Increased hair count

Hair will continue to grow and will look it’s fullest and most robust after a year. Specifically, it will feel healthier, thicker, softer and more manageable at this point.

Men should schedule three appointments a month to six weeks apart. Women should schedule two appointments a month to six weeks apart.

Results are generally long-lasting. Maintenance may be required.