Redness, swelling or tenderness in the treated area is a normal result of the injections and will generally disappear within a few days.
In addition, bruising is a common side effect with filler injections. If symptoms persist for over 7 days or other reactions occur please contact Stillwater Skin & Medical Spa.
Avoid medications containing NSAIDs, aspirin, vitamin E and ginseng
Avoid this type of medication for a week following a treatment unless medically necessary, in cases where the use of these medicines is for treatments please discuss with your GP prior to stopping any treatment.
Keep Your Head Elevated
Try to keep busy after your injections and avoid lying down or taking a nap for at least four hours. It’s important to keep your head elevated during this time to avoid putting pressure on the injected areas and prevent the product from migrating.
Avoid Rigorous Exercise and Activities
After receiving injections, be sure to avoid participating in any strenuous physical activity, especially if it involves bending over.
Furthermore, in order to prevent post-injection headaches, avoid any type of aerobic exercises for at least 24 hours.
Don’t Massage the Injection Sites
While moving your muscles and making natural expressions is perfectly safe – and actually recommended – avoid rubbing or massaging the injection site to prevent the product from spreading to other areas of the face.
Also try not to press on the injection site for several hours in order to allow the product to naturally disperse throughout the muscle.
Drink plenty of water
This helps your skin with cellular rejuvenation and cellular turnover – keeping it hydrated, fresh, young and healthy.
Don’t Shower for at least 24 hours
The risk of bruising following an injection is increased when the body or face gets too hot. In addition to avoiding hot tubs, saunas, and other similar places, do not take a hot bath or shower for at least 24 hours after having this treatment.
Avoid Additional Facial Treatments For At Least Three Days
If you are looking to combine your injections with any other facial treatment such as a facial, chemical peel, microdermabrasion, or laser treatment, speak with your injector about when it will be suitable to have these procedures done.
Typically, it’s recommended that you wait 24 to 72 hours after Botox injections before having any other procedures.
