When you’re spending time, energy, and money to look your best, your best outcomes include neurotoxin, such as Botox treatment, and Filler aftercare Use these 3 simple steps after your Botox or Dermal Filler treatment for your most successful and long-lasting results.
Simple Steps for Filler and Botox Aftercare
Do not apply any old or dirty makeup to the injection areas. We recommend only using clean applicators, clean hands or skipping any makeup for the first 48 hours after treatment. Although unlikely, you will have micro punctures in your treated areas that could be a gateway for bacteria sitting on your dirty makeup that could lead to a skin infection called cellulitis.
Invest in a good hyaluronic acid like Alastin's Immerse Serum. Or stop by our medical spa for Hydrinity Restorative HA Serum. Most dermal fillers work by absorbing water. The more you stay hydrated both by consuming water and by also applying it to your skin, the better your dermal filler will look!
Don't work out for 24-48 hours after treatment. Working out or sweating increases blood flow throughout your body which can increase swelling and bruising. Although it is unlikely to mess up your injectables, swelling is uncomfortable and can be avoided by just taking it easy the first day or two. Also, a recent study showed that working out in the first 24 hours could reduce the amount of time your neurotoxin lasts!
After Botox or Other Neurotoxin or Fillers
We want you to get the most out of your skin treatment. We suggest planning your appointment accordingly for other events that are happening in your life so you are able to follow this aftercare advice. Your injector or other aesthetic team member will give you instructions at your appointment for steps you should or should not take.
If you have any questions, you can ask at your consultation or appointment or give us a call. We want you to have the best possible outcome from your skin treatment. Please contact us if there are any side effects you are concerned about.
Please note when looking for an appointment, we open our schedule three months in advance and are usually booked 2-4 weeks out. We do not have a cancellation list, but we post all last-minute availability on Facebook and Instagram stories, so make sure to follow us there. Our Nurse Injectors, Lily and Lauren, have their books open for both new and existing clients. Stephanie, PA-C and Nurse Injector Dana only take a select number of new clients each month, if you are interested in seeing one of them, please email info@theaestheticmethod.com or call 313-992-6659.