Heart & circulation
Anaemia (severe) — beauty treatment safety
Also called Severe anaemia, severe anemia, very low haemoglobin, anaemia needing transfusion.
- Anaemia (mild)
- Anaemia (severe)
In short
On this page, Anaemia (severe) is checked against 88 treatments: 1 needs caution, 23 are ones to avoid and 64 are not yet reviewed. The tightest restrictions are in Injectables and Permanent Makeup (PMU).
Every treatment, checked
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Facials
25 treatments · 4 to avoid · 21 not yet reviewed
| What we found | Treatment |
|---|---|
| Avoid | Mesotherapy (Facial)Also: meso facial, vitamin injections, skin booster injections (face)Why, and the source — Mesotherapy (Facial)With severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | MicroneedlingAlso: dermapen, dermaroller, collagen induction therapy, CIT, skin needlingWhy, and the source — MicroneedlingWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | PRP Facial (Vampire Facial)Also: platelet-rich plasma facial, vampire facial, blood facialWhy, and the source — PRP Facial (Vampire Facial)With severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | RF MicroneedlingAlso: Morpheus8, Profound, Vivace, Genius RF, radio frequency microneedlingWhy, and the source — RF MicroneedlingWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Not yet reviewed | AHA Peel (Glycolic / Lactic / Mandelic)Also: glycolic peel, lactic peel, mandelic peel, alpha hydroxy peel, light chemical peel We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | BHA Peel (Salicylic)Also: salicylic peel, beta hydroxy peel, acne peel We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Carbon Laser FacialAlso: Hollywood peel, China doll peel, carbon peel We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Classic FacialAlso: European facial, deep cleansing facial, traditional facial We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Cryo FacialAlso: ice facial, cold therapy facial, frotox We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | DermaplaningAlso: blade exfoliation, facial shaving, peach fuzz removal We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Enzyme PeelAlso: fruit enzyme peel, papain peel, bromelain peel We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Express FacialAlso: mini facial, 30-minute facial, lunchtime facial We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Galvanic FacialAlso: iontophoresis, desincrustation, galvanic current We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | HIFU (Ultherapy)Also: Ultherapy, high-intensity focused ultrasound, non-surgical lifting, ultrasound lifting We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | High-Frequency FacialAlso: high-frequency wand, violet ray treatment We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | HydraFacialAlso: hydradermabrasion, hydra facial, aqua facial We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Jessner's PeelAlso: combination peel, modified Jessner We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | LED Light TherapyAlso: red light therapy, blue light therapy, yellow light therapy, LED facial We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Microcurrent FacialAlso: NuFace, non-surgical facelift, facial toning We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | MicrodermabrasionAlso: crystal microdermabrasion, diamond microdermabrasion, MDA We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Oxygen FacialAlso: Intraceuticals, oxygen infusion facial We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Phenol Peel (Deep)Also: deep chemical peel, Baker-Gordon peel We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Radiofrequency (RF) FacialAlso: Thermage, Venus Freeze (face), skin tightening RF We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | TCA Peel (Medium)Also: trichloroacetic acid peel, medium depth peel We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Ultrasound FacialAlso: ultrasonic facial, cavitation peel We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
Injectables
11 treatments · all 11 to avoid
| What we found | Treatment |
|---|---|
| Avoid | Biostimulators (Sculptra, Radiesse, Ellanse)Also: Sculptra, Radiesse, Ellanse, collagen stimulators, PLLA, calcium hydroxylapatiteWhy, and the source — Biostimulators (Sculptra, Radiesse, Ellanse)With severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Botox / NeurotoxinAlso: botulinum toxin, Dysport, Xeomin, Azzalure, Bocouture, anti-wrinkle injections, wrinkle relaxers, toxWhy, and the source — Botox / NeurotoxinWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Cheek FillersAlso: midface filler, cheek augmentation, VolumaWhy, and the source — Cheek FillersWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Dermal Fillers (General)Also: hyaluronic acid fillers, HA fillers, Juvederm, Restylane, BeloteroWhy, and the source — Dermal Fillers (General)With severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Fat-Dissolving InjectionsAlso: Aqualyx, Kybella, deoxycholic acid, lipolysis injectionsWhy, and the source — Fat-Dissolving InjectionsWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Lip FillersAlso: lip augmentation, lip enhancement, lip injectionsWhy, and the source — Lip FillersWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Mesotherapy (Body)Also: body meso, fat-loss mesotherapy, cellulite mesotherapyWhy, and the source — Mesotherapy (Body)With severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | PDO Thread LiftAlso: thread lift, PDO threads, PLLA threads, Silhouette Soft, non-surgical thread liftWhy, and the source — PDO Thread LiftWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | PolynucleotidesAlso: Plinest, Newest, PN injection, salmon DNA injectionWhy, and the source — PolynucleotidesWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Skin Boosters (Profhilo, Restylane Skinbooster)Also: Profhilo, Restylane Vital, Restylane Skinbooster, hydration injectionsWhy, and the source — Skin Boosters (Profhilo, Restylane Skinbooster)With severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Tear Trough FillersAlso: under-eye filler, under-eye treatmentWhy, and the source — Tear Trough FillersWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
Laser & Light
7 treatments · all 7 not yet reviewed
| What we found | Treatment |
|---|---|
| Not yet reviewed | Fractional Ablative LaserAlso: CO2 laser, Erbium laser, ablative resurfacing We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Fractional Non-Ablative LaserAlso: Fraxel, Clear + Brilliant, non-ablative resurfacing We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)Also: intense pulsed light, photofacial, fotofacial, IPL photorejuvenation We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Laser Hair RemovalAlso: LHR, diode laser, Alexandrite laser, Nd:YAG laser, permanent hair reduction We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Photodynamic Therapy (PDT)Also: PDT, blue light + ALA therapy, Levulan therapy We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Pigment Laser (Q-Switched / Pico)Also: Q-switched laser, Pico laser, PicoSure, PicoWay, tattoo removal laser We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Vascular LaserAlso: V-Beam, KTP laser, pulsed dye laser, broken capillaries laser We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
Body Treatments
15 treatments · 1 caution · 1 to avoid · 13 not yet reviewed
| What we found | Treatment |
|---|---|
| Caution | Body WrapsAlso: algae wrap, mud wrap, paraffin wrap, seaweed wrap, detox wrapWhy, and the source — Body WrapsAnaemia means less haemoglobin, so your blood carries less oxygen around your body. That makes you more likely to feel dizzy when you stand up, slower to heal, and more tired after a long appointment. This is a precaution rather than a barrier: mild iron-deficiency anaemia, which is what most anaemia is, sits comfortably with most treatments. Eat beforehand, say if you feel light-headed, and get up slowly at the end. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Deep Tissue MassageAlso: sports massage, remedial massage, firm pressure massageWhy, and the source — Deep Tissue MassageWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Not yet reviewed | Aromatherapy MassageAlso: essential oil massage We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Body PeelAlso: chemical body peel, back peel, body acid treatment We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Body ScrubAlso: body exfoliation, salt scrub, sugar scrub, body polish We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Cryolipolysis (CoolSculpting)Also: CoolSculpting, fat freezing, cool sculpting, Zeltiq We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | EMSculpt / EMS Body TreatmentsAlso: EMSculpt, Emsella, electromagnetic muscle stimulation, HIFEM We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | EndermologieAlso: LPG, mechanical roller massage, endermology, cellulite massage We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Hot Stone MassageAlso: stone therapy, geothermal massage We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Lymphatic Drainage MassageAlso: MLD, manual lymphatic drainage, Vodder technique We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Prenatal / Pregnancy MassageAlso: pregnancy massage, maternity massage We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | PressotherapyAlso: compression boots, Ballancer, lymphatic pressotherapy We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Radiofrequency Body TreatmentsAlso: Venus Legacy, Exilis, body RF, skin tightening RF (body) We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Swedish MassageAlso: classic massage, relaxation massage, full-body massage We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Ultrasonic CavitationAlso: body cavitation, ultrasonic fat reduction, cavi-lipo We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
Hair Removal
6 treatments · 1 to avoid · 5 not yet reviewed
| What we found | Treatment |
|---|---|
| Avoid | ElectrolysisAlso: needle electrolysis, permanent hair removal, galvanic electrolysisWhy, and the source — ElectrolysisWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Not yet reviewed | Depilatory CreamAlso: chemical hair removal, hair removal cream, Veet, Nair We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Hot WaxAlso: hard wax, Brazilian wax, hot wax depilation We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Strip Wax (Soft Wax)Also: soft wax, strip waxing, honey wax We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | SugaringAlso: sugar paste depilation, Egyptian sugaring, Persian sugaring We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | ThreadingAlso: eyebrow threading, facial threading, khite We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
Nails
10 treatments · all 10 not yet reviewed
| What we found | Treatment |
|---|---|
| Not yet reviewed | Acrylic NailsAlso: liquid and powder nails, L&P nails, sculpted acrylics We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Builder Gel / BIABAlso: BIAB, builder in a bottle, hard gel, structure gel We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Classic ManicureAlso: regular manicure, traditional manicure, polish manicure We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Classic PedicureAlso: regular pedicure, spa pedicure We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Gel ManicureAlso: Shellac, gel polish, soak-off gel, CND Shellac We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Gel PedicureAlso: Shellac pedicure, gel polish pedicure We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Medical PedicureAlso: med pedi, podiatry pedicure, Margaret Dabbs pedicure We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Nail Strengthening TreatmentsAlso: IBX, nail repair treatment, nail bond treatment We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Polygel NailsAlso: poly gel, gel-acrylic hybrid We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Press-On NailsAlso: adhesive nails, stick-on nails, nail tips We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
Lashes & Brows
8 treatments · all 8 not yet reviewed
| What we found | Treatment |
|---|---|
| Not yet reviewed | Brow LaminationAlso: brow perm, brow sculpting We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Brow TintAlso: eyebrow tinting, brow dye We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Classic Lash ExtensionsAlso: individual lashes, 1:1 lash extensions We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Henna BrowsAlso: henna brow tinting We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Hybrid Lash ExtensionsAlso: mixed lash extensions We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Lash LiftAlso: lash perm, keratin lash lift We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Lash TintAlso: eyelash tinting, lash dye We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
| Not yet reviewed | Volume Lash ExtensionsAlso: Russian volume, fan lashes, 2D-6D lashes We have not found a source we trust for this combination yet. Rather than guess, we leave it blank. Ask your practitioner and your own doctor before you book. |
Permanent Makeup (PMU)
6 treatments · all 6 to avoid
| What we found | Treatment |
|---|---|
| Avoid | Areola TattooAlso: 3D nipple tattoo, post-mastectomy tattooWhy, and the source — Areola TattooWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Eyeliner TattooAlso: permanent eyeliner, lash line enhancement, lash line tattooWhy, and the source — Eyeliner TattooWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Lip Blush / Lip TattooAlso: lip tint tattoo, permanent lip colour, aquarelle lipsWhy, and the source — Lip Blush / Lip TattooWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Microblading (Eyebrows)Also: eyebrow embroidery, feather brows, hair-stroke browsWhy, and the source — Microblading (Eyebrows)With severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Powder Brows / Ombré BrowsAlso: machine brows, ombre brows, shading browsWhy, and the source — Powder Brows / Ombré BrowsWith severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
| Avoid | Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP)Also: SMP, hair tattoo, scalp tattooWhy, and the source — Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP)With severe anaemia your blood is carrying markedly less oxygen: healing is slower, and fainting is more likely. Deep-tissue work and anything that breaks the skin are avoided until your GP has cleared you for them. Sources: British Heart FoundationNHS |
Sources
- British Heart FoundationHeart Matters — patient information, massage and complementary therapy guidance
- NHSIron deficiency anaemia
Written by Anna · London-trained cosmetologist
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