Aftercare Instructions
Aesthetic treatments
Botox Aftercare Instructions
After botulinum toxin treatment, the treated area may experience mild redness, slight swelling, and occasionally bruising. A small bump may form at the injection site, but it will disappear within a few hours after the treatment.
Some patients may experience mild headaches or dizziness.
All of the symptoms mentioned above are normal and temporary side effects of the treatment, which usually subside on their own within a few hours. It may take about a week for the bruises to fade.
Immediately after Botox treatment
- Remain standing or sitting for 4–6 hours after treatment. Avoid lying down during this time.
- Avoid touching the treated area for at least eight hours.
- You can clean and apply makeup to the treated area after a few hours, but it’s best to wait until the day after the treatment.
- Avoid strenuous exercise, heavy sweating, and saunas for at least two days.
- Avoid alcohol and blood-thinning pain relievers (such as aspirin and ibuprofen) during this time.
- If you are taking prescription medications, do not stop taking them without your doctor’s permission.
In the coming days
- Do not press or rub the treated area during the first week after treatment.
- Avoid strong chemical peels and skincare products containing retinol or acids for a few weeks. Otherwise, you can care for your skin as usual, but be very gentle and use mild products.
- Other cosmetic treatments or facial massages may be performed on the treated area no sooner than one week later.
Follow-up care
- The results of treatment become apparent gradually over the days and weeks following treatment.
- The results can be reliably assessed no sooner than two weeks after the procedure.
- The results can be maintained by repeating the treatment every 3 to 6 months.
If you have any questions or concerns after your treatment, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Your safety, comfort, and trust are my top priorities.
Botox and Alcohol
Botox and alcohol are not a good combination. It is therefore advisable to avoid alcohol immediately after treatment. Alcohol dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow. For this reason, drinking alcohol immediately after Botox treatment can increase bruising and swelling in the injection areas. In addition, alcohol can slow down the normal healing of the tissue. It is generally recommended to avoid alcohol for at least 24–48 hours after Botox treatment.
Why you should avoid alcohol:
- increases the risk of bruising and swelling
- may worsen side effects, such as headaches
- slow down recovery from treatment
- thins the blood and increases the risk of bleeding
Drinking alcohol immediately after treatment could, at least in theory, affect how well the results of botulinum toxin treatment turn out.
– Ville Männistö
After filler treatment
After filler treatment, the treated area may experience mild redness, swelling, tenderness, slight pain, itching, tingling, or minor bruising. If you are prone to cold sores (herpes simplex), the treatment may sometimes trigger a recurrence.
After lip filler treatment, swelling can be quite severe, especially in the morning.
All of the above symptoms are normal and temporary, and they usually subside on their own within a few days. Lip swelling may last up to a week. The final results will be visible and can be assessed only 2–4 weeks after treatment.
Relief from swelling and discomfort
- During the first few days, you may use a cold pack to reduce swelling if you wish. Wrap the cold pack in a clean cloth and hold it gently against the treated area for 15 minutes at a time, 4–8 times a day.
- Do not press the cold pack. Avoid frostbite.
- If you experience itching or swelling in the treated area, you can purchase an over-the-counter allergy medication, such as cetirizine, from a pharmacy and take it as directed.
Immediately after the filler treatment
- Change your pillowcase.
- Avoid touching the treated area for at least eight hours.
- You can wash your face and apply makeup the day after the treatment.
- You can care for your skin as usual, but be gentle and use mild products.
- Other cosmetic treatments (such as chemical peels, Botox or filler treatments, IPL or laser treatments) can be performed no sooner than two days later.
During the first week
- Avoid exposing the treated area to extreme temperatures, such as those found in saunas, direct sunlight, tanning beds, or freezing temperatures, until the redness and swelling have completely subsided.
- Avoid swimming, strenuous exercise, and heavy sweating for the first three days.
- During the first five days, do not exfoliate your skin mechanically. Do not use AHA or BHA products.
- Also avoid using skin care products that contain alcohol for five days.
- It is best to avoid strong chemical peels for four weeks.
- Do not use products containing active ingredients such as benzoyl peroxide, hydroquinone, or retinoids (e.g., retinol and tretinoin).
- Avoid rubbing or pressing on the area for at least four weeks.
If you have any questions or concerns after your treatment, please feel free to contact me.
After removing the filler
Most patients can return to their normal daily activities immediately after treatment. The initial effects of the treatment often become apparent within a few hours.
It is completely normal for the treated area to experience mild redness, tenderness, or swelling after the filler is removed. Bruising is also quite common. These symptoms usually disappear within a few days, or at the latest 1–2 weeks after the treatment. Especially on the lips, all after-effects can be quite intense at first.
Swelling and bruising may increase slightly during the first few days. If you wish, you can relieve the swelling with a cold compress. Wrap the cold pack in paper or a clean cloth and apply it to the treated area for no more than 15 minutes at a time.
Change your pillowcase to a clean one.
There should be a recovery period of at least one month between the removal of the filler and any subsequent filler treatment.
— Ville Männistö
During the first few days
- In the first few days , your body’s own hyaluronic acid may temporarily disappear from the treated area. This will resolve itself within a few weeks.
- The gel-like hyaluronic acid used in dermal fillers breaks down permanently.
- Do not rub, press, or apply pressure to the treated area to prevent the hyaluronidase from spreading to unwanted areas.
- Wait 12 hours before applying makeup to the treated area.
- When cleansing your face and applying skincare products and makeup, use gentle, light strokes. Do not press or rub too hard.
Physical Activity and Lifestyle
- Avoid strenuous physical activity for 24 hours after the procedure. You may resume light daily activities immediately after the procedure.
- Avoid the following for 14 days after the procedure
- facial massage
- microneedling or microdermabrasion
- laser and radiofrequency treatments, as well as other energy-based treatments
- active anti-aging skincare products
- Avoid alcohol for at least 12 hours, as it may increase the risk of bruising or swelling. Protect the treated area from the sun and avoid UV exposure until the redness and swelling have completely subsided.
Treatment of Discomfort
- If you experience tenderness or soreness, you can take acetaminophen if needed. Avoid aspirin and ibuprofen, as they may increase the risk of bruising.
- If the redness, tenderness, itching, or swelling gets worse after the third day, please contact me.
- Sometimes, swelling combined with the effects of hyaluronidase can cause temporary asymmetry in the treated area. Please be patient; the final results will not be visible until two weeks after the treatment.
Go to the emergency room immediately or call 112 if you experience
- shortness of breath or wheezing
- difficulty swallowing
- swelling of the tongue, eyelids, or lips
- hoarseness
- severe stomach pain, nausea, or diarrhea
Your safety and well-being are our top priority.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about your treatment.
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