Botox Maintenance: What You Need to Know

If you’re not happy with how your skin looks or feels, or you want to tighten up loose skin and take care of lines and wrinkles, then it might be time to consider Botox injections. However, many people decide to put up with skin imperfections because they are worried about how safe Botox injections are, or how easy they are to maintain. The truth is, Botox takes minimal care and effort on your part but can have a maximum effect on your self-esteem. Here is some advice on what you can expect from Botox injections, including what you need to do.

During the Procedure

Botox is a non-invasive procedure that takes up to half an hour, relaxing your facial muscles and reducing your fine lines and wrinkles. Your cosmetic specialist will use needles to insert the Botox into the tissue under the skin, which is a straightforward process. They also apply light anesthetic cream if necessary.

After the Procedure

When you have received Botox injections, you may find your face is a little swollen and uncomfortable. You should not feel any pain and only minimal discomfort. After the procedure, some people suffer from a headache, but it’s crucial that you do not take any anti-inflammatory or steroidal drugs for up to 24 hours after your Botox injections. Instead, choose Ibuprofen or go without.

After Botox injections, you may also have a few injection needle sites that are red and maybe bruised, although this will disappear in a few hours. You can treat the discomfort with light, cold compression. Do not rub the area.

What You Need to Do

After Botox injections, it’s important to follow your cosmetic specialist’s instructions to a tee. Failure to do so can result in your Botox treatments not being as effective as it should be. Do not apply pressure to your face and Botox sites, and keep your head upright for 24 hours. You will also need to avoid physical activity, but walking is okay.

For up to an hour after your Botox injections, you must also try to move your muscles at least every five minutes. Doing so helps the Botox to penetrate your muscles. For best effect, don’t sleep or lie down for up to five hours after your procedure.

Most importantly, Botox can feel unusual, to begin with, but avoid touching or massaging your face. If you rub your skin, you can send Botox to other facial muscles, causing unnatural looks, sagging, and even drooping eyelids.

Maintaining your Botox and following instructions is crucial, but when you do, you will be glad you did. The result is beautiful, full and flawless skin that has reduced lines and wrinkles for a boost in self-confidence.