Don't lie down for at least four hours after receiving Botox. In addition, be sure not to go into any saunas, hot tubs, or tanning booths for at least four hours. This helps to prevent bruising, as heat can raise your blood pressure. Otherwise, you can resume your regular activities after getting Botox with the exception of strenuous workouts.
Other things to keep in mind after Botox
Botox treatment does not involve anesthesia, but it does involve small injections. Full effects of Botox can take seven to fourteen days. The effect of Botox injections typically last three to four months. You should follow your doctor's recommended steps. Consider the following do’s and don’ts after Botox injections:
| Number | Botox after care | Don’ts After Botox |
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| 1 | Apply sunscreen to the treated area when it’s exposed to sunlight. | Avoid facials for a week after receiving the treatment. You may also want to avoid waxing, threading, and tweezing their eyebrows, but ask your provider. |
| 2 | After getting Botox, you may want to move the muscles that were injected. You can do this by making facial | After getting Botox, avoid placing force on the injected area. |
| 3 | expressions in timed intervals after your treatment. Ask your provider what they recommend. | Do not massage, rub, or apply makeup to the area for 24 hours. |
| 4 | You can gently exercise your facial muscles after treatment. | Post-Botox, you should avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours. |
| 5 | Try to maintain your normal heart rate the day of your Botox. | After getting the treatment, don’t consume too much caffeine. Avoid ibuprofen and aspirin for 24 hours since these can thin the blood and/or increase bruising. |
| 6 | Check with your provider before booking any follow-up appointments. | Avoid taking a hot bath or shower, as heat can affect Botox. Avoid saunas and tanning beds. Avoid excessive cold temperatures as well as hot temperatures, if possible. |
| 7 | Remain upright for several hours after your treatment. | Do not lay flat for at least four hours after Botox. |
| 8 | Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water. | Avoid alcohol for 24 hours. |
What side effects are normal after Botox?
Serious adverse effects with Botox are rare, but possible. Call your doctor right away if you notice an adverse effect from Botox.
Muscle weakness, especially when no injections were administered
Eye swelling or drooping
Difficulty breathing
Excessive pain
Feeling faint
Excessive swelling
Dizziness
Blistering
Hives
Rash
If you notice concerning symptoms after receiving Botox in Philadelphia, seek medical care right away. Remember that as long as you book with highly experienced and trained professionals, there is an overwhelming likelihood that your Botox treatment will go smoothly.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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You should avoid lying down for the first four hours after receiving Botox. This will ensure the Botox stays where it’s supposed to.
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To ensure that the Botox stays where it should be, avoid strenuous exercise for a full day after your appointment.
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Showering after your appointment is okay, but use lukewarm instead of hot water. The heat from a hot shower will increase circulation which is not desirable after Botox.
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You should ideally avoid applying anything to your face for at least four hours after your appointment. However, if you have to, we advise waiting 10 to 20 minutes until the little injection puncture site closes. After that, you can apply makeup to the area to hide any bruising or swelling.