After Care Botox: 5 Things You Need To Know!

Botox is one of the most popular minimally invasive procedures in the United States. In the past 20 years, Botox has seen an annual growth of nearly 459%. Botox is a very simple procedure with results that lasts for months. Naturally, around 4 to 5 million people get Botox done every year. 

With so many people opting for Botox every year, there is a need for Botox aftercare awareness. Our goal with Botox Aftercare is to yield the best results and avoid the risk of bruising. 

5 Precautions for Botox Aftercare You Must Know

Here are some precautions you need to know about if you are going to get your Botox treatment done soon –

1. Avoid Alcohol Consumption 

If you are about to get your Botox treatment done, your doctor will suggest you not consume alcohol 24 hours before the treatment. 

This also applies after the treatment. Wait for 24 hours after your Botox injection before you consume alcohol.

2. Do not Touch Your Face  

Everything boils down to the spread of the botox. If you touch your face, you risk the spread of the botox. You should not touch your face for at least one day. Some professionals suggest three days of no face touching.  

If the Botox is injected in other areas of your body, avoid touching those areas too. This rule also applies to regular facial massages. If you have any facial appointments booked, you need to cancel them or reschedule them for several days later. 

3. Cancel All Your Upcoming Skin Treatments

Although doctor-prescribed skin treatments are great for Botox aftercare, you need to avoid aggressive skin treatments. For example, exfoliating scrubs, micro-needling and face peels. 

Use a hydrating and antioxidant-rich after-botox skincare routine after 24 hours. Avoid the use of harsh ingredients like glycolic acid and retinol. Instead, use products containing hyaluronic acid, peptides and ceramides. 

4. Do not Go to Sleep for a Few Hours After Botox injections

It is common sense that when we sleep, we exert pressure on the sleeping side of the face. Now, pressure can be harmful to your face after Botox injections. 

Let the botox settle into your muscles before you go ahead and rest for the day. Doctors suggest avoiding all kinds of pressure for the next 4 hours but avoid sleeping for the next 6 to 8 hours just to be safe. 

5. Do not go Under the Sun just After your Botox Treatment

When we go out in the sun, it leads to flushing on the face and increases blood pressure. This can jeopardize your botox, leading to bruising on your face. The next 4 hours after your botox should be a no Sun zone, but even after that, for the next 24 to 48 hours, you need to be careful. 

Besides going out in the sun, you also need to avoid things that can lead to heat exposure, like- 

• tanning bed
• Saunas
• hot showers or baths
• hot tubs

First 24 hours of Botox Aftercare Instructions

Before jumping on to the aftercare instructions, let’s take a look at some tips for Day 1 or the first 24 hours. On the day you get your Botox done, it is suggested that you:

1. Perform gentle exercises on your face 
2. Take rest and relax for the remainder of the day. 
3. Do not take up activities that can increase your heart rate. 
4. Avoid putting pressure or touching the affected area.

Here are some more day-1 tips:

1. Rest for at least 24 hours before you resume your workout routine. 

If you are someone who goes to the Gym religiously, this is for you. Although 24 hours is a good enough gap, your doctor might suggest you take several more days off. 

Heavy physical activities increase blood flow, spreading the toxin to unintended areas. This will result in reduced effectiveness on the site of the injection. An increase in blood flow can also lead to bruising in the area of Botox.

It is safe to perform facial exercises like smiling, raising eyebrows or frowning. As a matter of fact, these movements can help the Botox results show up sooner. 

2. Avoid Makeup for the Next 24 – 48 hours

Avoid applying makeup for the next day or two. Makeup can lead to skin rubbing, thus spreading the Botox to unintended areas, reducing effectiveness.

3. Stay Sitting Upright for the Next Few Hours

Lying down right after getting Botox can lead to the spread of the Botox and bruising. 

Therefore, you should sit straight for the next 4 – 5 hours. 

4. Be Careful About Medications 

There are certain medications that can increase the chances of bruising. So, discussing when you can resume your medications with your doctor is in your best interest. 

Situations that will Require a Visit to the Doctor 

Firstly, let me mention a few symptoms that are normal after a Botox treatment. After a botox, you will find some swelling, tenderness and redness on your face. These symptoms go away in a day or 2. 

Bruising is also quite common, and you can apply ice packs to the area for relief. The bruising after Botox generally goes away in 2 weeks. Now, here are some things that require immediate medical help 

• Weakness in muscles
• Problem with swallowing
• Difficulty in speaking
• Breathing difficulties
• poor bladder control
• Changes in eyesight

These side effects after a botox are not very common, but if you notice them, visit the doctor as soon as possible.

Final Words

Botox is a very popular facial procedure that is in high demand because of its minimally invasive nature. After your botox treatment at the clinic, you can immediately go home. But you must follow the aftercare guidelines for the best results. 

If you want to talk to a professional about Botox aftercare and precautions, contact Haven Medspa. We are here to give you the best advice on Botox aftercare.

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