Botox Aftercare & What to Expect

Thank you for choosing me for your Botox treatment! To help you get the best results and a smooth recovery, please follow these simple aftercare steps. If you have any questions or concerns, I’m always here to help.

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Aftercare Instructions

1. Stay Upright

For the first 4 hours after your treatment, please remain upright—avoid lying down or bending over.

This helps keep the Botox exactly where it’s needed and reduces the risk of unwanted side effects.

2. Don’t Touch or Rub the Treated Area

Try not to touch, rub, or massage the areas where you received injections for at least 24 hours.

This prevents the Botox from moving to other areas.

3. Wait Before Applying Makeup

Hold off on applying makeup to the treated areas for at least 4 hours.

This helps avoid irritation or infection at the injection sites.

4. Avoid Strenuous Activities

Skip heavy exercise, saunas, and hot tubs for 24 hours after your appointment.

Heat and increased blood flow can affect how the Botox works.

5. Delay Other Facial Treatments

Wait at least 24 hours before having facials, massages, or other skin treatments.

Pressure or manipulation can interfere with your results.

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What to Expect After Your Treatment

• Mild redness, swelling, or small bruises at the injection sites are normal and should fade within a few days.

• You may start to notice results in 3–5 days, with full results in about 2 weeks.

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Possible Side Effects

Most side effects are mild and temporary, but here’s what to look out for:

• Mild headache or tenderness near the injection sites

• Small bruises or swelling

• One eyebrow may appear higher or more arched than the other (let me know if you notice this)

• Rarely, you may notice drooping of the eyelid or brow, or changes in your smile

If you experience difficulty swallowing, speaking, or breathing, seek emergency care immediately. These are very rare but serious side effects.

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When to Contact Me

Please get in touch if you have:

• Severe pain, significant swelling, or spreading redness

• New or worsening drooping of your eyelid or brow

• Any unusual changes in facial movement or appearance

• Any concerns at all about your recovery

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Trusted Information

My aftercare advice is based on the latest clinical guidelines and recommendations from leading organizations in aesthetic medicine, including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and Allergan (the makers of Botox®).

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If you have any questions or need advice at any time, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I’m here to support you.

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