Aftercare Instructions for Neurotoxin and Dermal Fillers

After injectable treatment, mild swelling, redness, tenderness, or bruising can be normal. These instructions are designed to support healing and help reduce irritation during the first several days after treatment. Please follow any specific instructions given by your provider, as recommendations may vary based on the area treated and the product used.

This page is intended as general aftercare guidance and does not replace medical advice from your injector.

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What Is Normal After Treatment?

After neurotoxin or filler treatment, it is common to notice:

• Mild redness
• Swelling
• Tenderness
• Bruising
• A feeling of firmness or small bumps in filler-treated areas

These symptoms often improve over the first several days. Some filler-treated areas may continue to soften and settle over the next one to two weeks.

Right After Your Appointment

• Use a cool compress for 10 to 15 minutes at a time as needed today. Do not place ice directly on the skin.
• Keep the treated area clean and avoid unnecessary touching, rubbing, or pressure.
• If you had neurotoxin treatment, remain upright for the first 4 hours after your appointment.
• If you had filler treatment, do not massage the area unless your provider specifically instructs you to do so.

What to Avoid for the First 24 Hours

• Strenuous exercise
• Alcohol
• Saunas, hot tubs, hot yoga, or other heat exposure
• Excessive cold exposure
• Makeup for 12 hours
• Unnecessary rubbing or pressure on treated areas

Skin Care After Injectables

• Cleanse gently after 6 hours using mild soap and water.
• Avoid aggressive exfoliation or rubbing.
• Use sunscreen daily, ideally SPF 30 or higher.
• Wait until the next day before resuming active skincare if the area feels irritated.

Neurotoxin Aftercare

This section applies to Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau, Xeomin, and Daxxify.

• Stay upright for 4 hours after treatment.
• Avoid rubbing, pressing, or massaging the treated area for the rest of the day.
• Avoid tight hats, headbands, goggles, or anything that places pressure on the treated region if applicable.
• Results usually begin to appear within 2 to 7 days, with full effect often seen around 10 to 14 days.
• Most neurotoxins last about 3 to 4 months, although Daxxify may last longer in some patients.

Dermal Filler Aftercare

• Mild swelling can make the area look fuller at first.
• Final filler results are usually easier to judge after 1 to 2 weeks.
• Do not massage or manipulate the area unless directed by your provider.
• Avoid dental work, facials, lasers, and chemical peels for 24 to 48 hours unless your provider advises otherwise.
• Filler duration varies by product and treatment area, but many fillers last about 6 to 18 months.

Medications and Supplements

Unless medically necessary or prescribed, try to avoid blood-thinning medications and supplements that may increase bruising, such as:

• Aspirin
• Ibuprofen
• Fish oil
• Vitamin E

Always follow the guidance of your prescribing physician before stopping any medication.

When to Call Our Office Immediately

Please contact our office right away if you notice:

• Severe or increasing pain
• Skin blanching, mottling, or unusual discoloration
• Vision changes
• Drooping eyelid
• Difficulty swallowing
• Signs of infection such as spreading redness, warmth, drainage, or fever
• Swelling that is getting worse rather than better

Frequently Asked Questions

How long until neurotoxin results show?

Many patients begin to see a change within 2 to 7 days, with full effect often visible around 10 to 14 days.

When will filler swelling settle?

Initial swelling and fullness are common. Most areas look more settled within 1 to 2 weeks.

Can I work out after injectables?

Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours. If you had neurotoxin treatment, remain upright for the first 4 hours.

When can I wear makeup again?

Wait about 12 hours before applying makeup to reduce irritation and contamination risk.

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You can save or print a one-page PDF of these aftercare instructions for easy reference at home.

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Preguntas Después de Su Cita

Si tiene preguntas sobre inflamación, moretones, recuperación o cómo se están asentando sus resultados, comuníquese con Carp Cosmetic Surgery Center. El seguimiento oportuno es especialmente importante si los síntomas parecen inusuales o empeoran en lugar de mejorar.

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Questions After Your Appointment?

If you have concerns about swelling, bruising, healing, or the way your results are settling, contact Carp Cosmetic Surgery Center. Prompt follow-up is especially important if symptoms feel unusual or worsen instead of improving.

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