#Luxora
#InMode
#BodyContouring
#SkinTightening
#HelloGorgeous
Hi, gorgeous 💕 You said yes to Luxora by InMode — the technology that contracts and tightens fibrous tissue and dermis using radiofrequency. Whether you're targeting your jawline, jowls, neck, or a small body area, Luxora delivers real, dramatic results that build over 6–12 months. The next two weeks are about preparing your body to respond beautifully and heal smoothly. Read this once now, then again 7 days before your appointment.
⚠ THIS IS A MEDICAL PROCEDURE — PLEASE READ FIRST
Luxora is performed in our procedure room, with local anesthesia and tumescent solution (a fluid that numbs and prepares the tissue). Tiny incision ports are made for the handpiece, and small absorbable sutures or steri-strips may be used. You'll need a driver home, time to rest, and a compression garment. This is not a "lunchtime" treatment. It IS a real, transformative one. Ryan will discuss everything with you in detail at your pre-op consultation.
YOUR LUXORA HANDPIECE — 3 SIZES, 3 PURPOSES
Same RF technology, three handpiece sizes. The handpiece selected for your treatment depends on the area and your treatment goals. Ryan will confirm the size at your pre-op visit.
10 MM
SMALL HANDPIECE
FOR: FACE + JAWLINE
Designed for delicate, precision work in the face. Common targets:
Submental ("double chin")
Jowls + jawline definition
Lower face laxity
Treatment time: ~1.5 hrs · Recovery: compression for face = at physician discretion
15 MM
MEDIUM HANDPIECE
FOR: SMALL BODY AREAS
Bridges the gap — small body zones that need more reach than the face wand:
Neck + upper neck banding
Bra rolls / arm pockets
Knees / inner thighs (small)
Small flank pockets
Treatment time: ~1.5–2 hrs · Recovery: compression garment 2–3 weeks
25 MM
LARGE HANDPIECE
FOR: LARGE BODY AREAS
Maximum coverage for larger body zones requiring substantial contouring:
Abdomen (full)
Flanks ("love handles")
Back / bra-line
Outer thighs / saddlebags
Treatment time: ~2 hrs · Recovery: compression garment minimum 3 weeks
WHICH HANDPIECE ARE YOU GETTING? Your treatment plan was decided with Ryan at your consultation. If you're unsure, call us before your appointment.
14 DAYS OUT
Stop blood
thinners + actives
7 DAYS OUT
No NSAIDs
start prophylaxis
3 DAYS OUT
Hydrate deeply
no alcohol
DAY BEFORE
Clean skin
real meal
DAY OF
Driver here
arrive ready
14 DAYS BEFORE · prep starts here
STOP USING THESE
In treatment area
Retinoids (Retin-A, tretinoin, retinol)
Glycolic, salicylic, lactic acids
Self-tanner / spray tan
Hair removal: waxing, threading, depilatory creams (last 6 weeks)
Tanning beds + intentional sun exposure
Per Ryan's review
Anticoagulants / blood thinners (last 10 days — only with MD approval)
Other lasers, peels, RF in tx area (last 2–12 weeks)
WHY: These compromise skin integrity, increase bleeding/bruising, and can extend healing.
KEEP DOING THESE
Skin prep
Gentle cleanser, fragrance-free
Mineral sunscreen SPF 30+ daily
Simple moisturizer
Lifestyle
Hydrate aggressively — half body weight in oz
Protein at every meal — your body needs it for healing
7–8 hrs sleep nightly
Vitamin C + zinc support healing
Eat your normal meals (don't crash diet)
GOAL: Calm, hydrated, well-nourished tissue ready for surgery.
CRITICAL — TELL US IF ANY APPLY · some make Luxora unsafe for you
CONTACT US BEFORE YOUR APPT IF YOU HAVE:
These are reasons we may NOT be able to treat you safely. Please let us know:
Pacemaker, AICD, or any electronic implant
Cochlear implant (if treating face/neck)
Metal plates, screws, or piercings in tx area
Past or current cancer (any type)
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Heart disease, uncontrolled BP, liver/kidney disease
Epilepsy, seizure disorder
HIV, AIDS, or immunosuppression
Diabetes (uncontrolled) or thyroid disorder
Active skin condition in tx area (psoriasis, eczema, rash, sores)
History of keloid or abnormal wound healing
Bleeding disorders or on blood thinners
Surgery in tx area within last 3 months
Accutane (isotretinoin) within last 6 months
Cold sores / Herpes Simplex history (need prophylaxis)
Filler in tx area within 6 months
Fat-dissolving injection (Kybella, etc.) in tx area within 3 months
Tattoo or permanent makeup over tx area
RECENT TANNING = RESCHEDULE. Per InMode protocol, tanned skin from sun, beds, or self-tanner within 2 weeks is a contraindication. We will not bend that rule.
7 DAYS BEFORE · lock things in
💊 PRESCRIPTIONS YOU MAY GET
Depending on your history + treatment area, Ryan may prescribe:
Antiviral (e.g., Valtrex) — if you have any cold sore history or are getting face/neck treated
Prophylactic antibiotic — to start day of and continue 5–7 days for incision site healing
Pain medication — for first 1–3 days post
Anti-anxiety — at Ryan's discretion if helpful
FILL ALL Rx EARLY: Pick up at the pharmacy days before your appointment. Take exactly as directed.
🛒 SUPPLIES TO STOCK
You'll want these at home before your appointment:
Compression garment (provided by us, OR per Ryan's instructions)
Gentle cleanser (Cetaphil, CeraVe)
Antibiotic ointment (Bacitracin or Neosporin)
Clean gauze + paper tape
Mineral SPF 30+ (zinc oxide)
Loose, soft clothes you can pull ON without going over your head
Pillows (for sleeping elevated if face/neck)
Easy soft foods (soup, smoothies, yogurt)
Tylenol (NOT ibuprofen/aspirin/NSAIDs — those increase bleeding)
📅 PLAN YOUR CALENDAR
Day 1–2: Drainage from incision sites is normal. Stay home, rest, dressings on.
Day 3: First dressing change at home OR in office (per Ryan). Compression garment on full-time.
Days 4–7: Bruising visible, swelling significant. Most patients aren't ready to be social.
Days 7–14: Bruising fades, swelling goes down. Compression garment continues.
Weeks 2–3: Resume most activities. Some swelling lingers.
Weeks 4–12: Tightening becomes visible.
Months 6–12: Full results 💕
DO NOT BOOK: events, travel, photos, anything important within 3 weeks post-tx.
🚫 HARD STOPS BEFORE TX
NSAIDs (ibuprofen, aspirin, Advil, Aleve, Motrin) — STOP 1 week before. Continue avoiding 1 week after. Increases bleeding.
Fish oil, vitamin E, gingko, ginseng — stop 1 week before
Alcohol — stop 48 hrs before, avoid for several days after
Smoking / vaping — stop 2 weeks before (HUGE healing impact)
Intense workouts day before — body needs to be rested
PRESCRIPTION MEDS: Do NOT stop any prescribed medication without your prescriber. If you're on blood thinners, Ryan may coordinate with your prescriber for a safe pause.
THE DAY BEFORE · rest mode
🌙 EVENING BEFORE
Eat a real dinner — protein + carbs + vegetables. Real food = better healing.
Hydrate aggressively — 80+ oz water across the day.
Skip alcohol entirely
Shower + wash treatment area — last good wash for a few days
Lay out loose, button-down or pull-on clothes
Confirm your driver
Pack your bag: compression garment, antibiotic ointment, gauze, water, phone charger
Sleep early — 8 hrs.
🧠 MENTAL PREP
A few honest things to know:
This is a real procedure. Numbing fluid is injected into the area, tiny incisions are made, the handpiece moves under the skin. You'll be awake but comfortable.
You'll be sore. Like a workout you've never done.
You'll be swollen. Bruised. Drainage from tiny ports.
You'll wear compression for weeks. Yes, even sleeping.
It's worth it. The transformation is on a different level than non-invasive treatments — but it requires your patience.
TRUST THE PROCESS. 6–12 months for full results. Photo at week 0, week 12, month 6, month 12.
THE DAY OF YOUR APPOINTMENT · you got this 💕
✓ MORNING CHECKLIST
Took my antiviral / antibiotic if prescribed
Showered + washed treatment area with mild soap
NO lotion, makeup, oil, perfume, powder anywhere on tx area
Light breakfast — don't fast
Drank 16+ oz water
Took prescribed pre-op meds if any
Loose, button-down clothes — NOTHING tight on tx area
Compression garment in my bag
Phone charged, snacks for after
Driver confirmed + on the way
🚗 RIDE + AFTER
Driver is REQUIRED — non-negotiable. You'll have local + tumescent anesthesia, possibly oral comfort meds. You will NOT be able to drive home.
Plan to be in clinic 2–3 hours total — pre-op, prep, treatment, recovery.
Plan a full rest day after — no errands, no kids' activities, no work.
Easy meals ready — soft foods if face/neck, anything if body.
Have a helper at home — even just for the first night. You'll be sore + groggy.
WE'RE ON CALL. Call 630-636-6193 anytime — we route after-hours to Ryan directly.
OUR PROMISE TO YOU. Luxora is a serious treatment with serious results. We don't hand out the flashy "after" photos without showing you everything that comes between. You're going to look swollen, bruised, and not yourself for a few weeks. Then somewhere around week 12, you'll catch yourself in the mirror and realize what you signed up for. We're with you every single day until then. 💕
CALL US BEFORE YOUR APPT IF…
Cold sore or HSV outbreak anywhere on your face
Active skin infection or rash near tx area
Started a new medication in last 2 weeks
Got sun, burned, or tanned
Feel sick — fever, flu, cold, COVID
You think you might be pregnant
Got a recent injection in tx area (filler / Kybella)
Surgery anywhere recently
Anything feels "off"
We'd rather reschedule than rush. Your safety + results matter more than a calendar date.
❓ COMMON QUESTIONS
Will I be awake?
Yes — local + tumescent anesthesia. You'll feel pressure, not pain.
How long is the appointment?
Face: ~1.5 hrs · Body: ~2 hrs total clinic time.
How long do I wear compression?
Body: minimum 3 weeks · Face: per Ryan
When can I work out?
Light walks: week 1 · Full workouts: week 3+
How long until I see results?
First changes: 2–3 months · Full result: 6–12 months. Be patient.
Will I need more than one treatment?
Many patients see dramatic results from ONE — Ryan will discuss.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Call or text 630-636-6193 — every question is welcome, no matter how small. You can also message us through Fresha or DM @hellogorgeousmedspa.
You'll receive a separate Post-Treatment Care Guide at your appointment that walks you through your day-by-day recovery + the 6–12 month results timeline.