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You’ve heard a lot about Botox. Your friends swear by it, but you’re hesitant to try it.

Sure, you’re ready to get rid of the fine lines and wrinkles on your forehead and around your eyes, but you’re nervous about aftercare. Are there specific things you should do and shouldn’t do? Is there a way you can mess up the treatment by not getting the aftercare instructions right?

In this guide, we’ll help you relax about what to do after Botox injections. Learn about the best Botox aftercare steps, including what to do and what not to do, and why Renew Aesthetic Clinic should be your go-to for high-quality Botox treatments in Portland and Beaverton.

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What Is the Best Aftercare for Botox?

The best aftercare for Botox is to carefully follow the recommendations of your practitioner. After you’ve received the treatment, they will instruct you to:

  • Stay upright
  • Use ice packs
  • Rest
  • Keep follow-up appointments
  • Avoid touching the treated area
  • Avoid drinking alcohol
  • Stay out of the sun
  • Refrain from taking NSAIDs
  • Hold off on other facial treatments

Whether you are interested in Botox for cosmetic or medical reasons, the skilled injectors at Renew Aesthetic Clinic will give you the best instructions regarding your Botox treatment, including aftercare advice. 

 

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4 Things To Do After Getting Botox

#1: Stay Upright

One of the most important things to do after getting Botox is to stay upright for at least four hours. Lying down after your treatment may cause the Botox liquid to spread, which can cause undesired complications. 

#2: Use Ice Packs

Side effects of Botox can vary depending on the area treated, but a common side effect is redness or swelling at the injection site. Using ice packs or cold compresses can help reduce any swelling you may experience. When using an ice pack, remember to wrap it in a towel to provide a barrier that will protect the skin. It’s best to use ice packs for only ten minutes at a time.

 

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#3: Take It Easy

Even if you are a hard-core, hit-the-gym-every-day type of person, it’s best to take a day off after your Botox treatment. Strenuous activity or exercise can increase blood flow and may lead to bruising, so it’s best to wait at least 24 hours before getting back into your exercise routine. Use this time to rest and enjoy one of your favorite refreshing activities, like reading a book or bingeing your favorite Netflix series.

#4: Keep Your Follow-Up Appointment

Scheduling a follow-up appointment gives your practitioner the opportunity to check your results. It also gives you the chance to bring up any concerns or questions you have. Both you and your practitioner want to be pleased with treatment results, so this will give you both the time to discuss any adjustments that may need to be made for future Botox treatments.

However, if you have any of the following rare, serious side effects, you should contact your provider right away:

  • Vision problems
  • Shortness of breath
  • Trouble swallowing
  • Signs of a urinary tract infection
  • Severe upset stomach
  • Numbness in an untreated area

 

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5 Things Not To Do After Getting Botox

#1: Don’t Touch the Treated Area

Touching or rubbing the area treated with Botox can result in undesirable outcomes.

Because Botox is a liquid, if you touch or massage the treated area, it can spread beyond that area into other unintended muscles. It’s best to avoid touching or rubbing the treated area for 24 hours.

#2: Don’t Drink Alcohol

Alcohol has vasodilating properties, which is a widening of the blood vessels that happens when the blood vessel’s muscular walls relax. This can result in increased blood flow and decreased blood pressure. It can also result in an increased risk of bruising. 

Additionally, alcohol can dehydrate the skin, which may have a negative effect on the Botox treatment.

To avoid these potential side effects, wait at least 24 hours before drinking alcohol.

#3: Don’t Seek Sun or Heat

Heat can have the same vasodilating effect as drinking alcohol, resulting in increased blood flow. This has the potential to affect how Botox is distributed in the treatment area.

You should wait at least 24 hours to be directly exposed to heat, including:

  • Sun exposure
  • Saunas
  • Hot showers

 

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#4: Don’t Take NSAIDs

NSAIDs like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen sodium can increase blood pressure. With increased blood pressure comes the risk of bruising, so it’s a good idea to avoid NSAIDs for 24 hours after your Botox treatment.

#5: Don’t Get Additional Facial Treatments

For the best Botox results and to minimize potential complications, you should avoid getting other skin treatments after Botox.

Since Botox works by relaxing certain muscles, other facial treatments can impede the placement and spread of the medication. Combining these with Botox may also increase the chance of swelling, bruising, and sensitivity. Rarely, facial treatments after Botox may lead to infection.

Therefore, you should wait 7-10 days to have any of the following facial treatments:

  • Microdermabrasion
  • Chemical peels
  • Laser treatment
  • Deep tissue massage facials

For best results, consult with the team at Renew Aesthetic and Laser Clinic about when it’s ideal to resume other facial treatments and which ones may be best to try after Botox.

 

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Renew Aesthetic Clinic: Award-Winning Aesthetic Services in Portland and Beaverton

At Renew Aesthetic Clinic, you can rest assured that our team is experienced and knowledgeable about Botox and other facial treatments. It is our goal to help you look and feel your best with our non-surgical treatments.

We are an award-winning medical aesthetic clinic led by Yvonne Yan Duan, FNP, that has been designated as Lutronic Aesthetic Laser Company’s Key Opinion Leader and Center for Excellence. We are the only clinic with this designation in the Pacific Northwest.

If you are considering Botox, you’ve come to the right place. At Renew Aesthetic & Laser Clinic, we tailor our Botox treatments to each patient’s needs, and we offer rechecks to all new Botox patients to ensure you are pleased with the results.

We also proudly offer the following services:

Not sure which treatment will deliver the results you’re looking for? Let us help. Book an appointment and begin your self-care journey today. 

 

The content in this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.