Though the procedure takes 10 minutes to finish, the solution takes approximately 25 minutes to settle in your skin, the effects are seen in 3 to 5 days, the recovery period is not easy like one think. Here are a few procedures you need to know to get better and fast recovery after the Botox treatment.
Pre and post care after the treatment will help you recover fast and you can continue with your daily routine immediately.
On the day of treatment
Botox is the simplest and least-invasive treatment but gives the most incredible result. This treatment doesn’t require using any strong anaesthetic and does not even have any anaesthesia like feeling.
Potential side-effects
It is natural to experience few side effects after injection de Botox. Symptoms like dizziness, mild bruises, nausea, headache, swelling, minor numbness around the injection site will last for a maximum of 48 hours. If the symptoms persist, you are recommended to consult your practitioner.
The other effects experienced by some people are –
- Allergy
- Hypertension
- Flu
Rare side-effects-
- Wheezing
- Rashes
- Asthma
Dangerous side-effects-
- Difficulty in breathing
- Loss of muscle control
Post care
Here are a few things to avoid for speedy recovery.
In the initial days-
- Don’t rub, scratch or massage the injected area.
It can cause irritation, swelling or bruising at the injected area. Moreover, it can cause migration of the injected Botox to other parts of the face.
- Stay away from heat and cold
Avoid any kind of heat, whether it is hot shower, bath or other for the next 24 hours of Botox. Heat tends to dilute the blood vessels and increase bruising. Remember over-freezing can also burn the skin at the same time.
- Avoid lying down or bending
It is better to refrain from lying down until bedtime or next 24-48 hours. This will help to prevent swelling and facial migration.
- Avoid vigorous exercising
It is better to avoid certain things to prevent future problems. Albeit it is said that there is no downtime for Botox, it is better to prevent exercising to keep yourself comfortable and ensure proper recovery.
- Stay away from NSAIDs or blood thinners
Using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can result in thinning of blood and cause bruising of the skin.
- Avoid smoking
It is better to avoid smoking for a day or two after you get your Botox done.
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