BOTOX PRE & POST CARE

PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

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Please review and follow these guidelines 7–14 days before your appointment, unless otherwise directed by your provider:

 

• Eat a high-protein diet in the day of your procedure.

• Arrive with a clean face — no makeup, lotion, sunscreen, or skincare products on the treatment area.

• Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours prior to treatment to reduce the risk of bruising.

• Avoid blood-thinning medications and supplements for 7 days prior unless medically necessary. This includes:

  • Aspirin

  • Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)

  • Naproxen (Aleve)

  • Fish oil

  • Vitamin E

  • Turmeric

  • Garlic supplements

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• Do not schedule treatment if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Postpone treatment if you have an active skin infection, rash, or illness near the treatment area.

• Inform your provider if you have a history of:

  • Neuromuscular disorders

  • Previous adverse reactions to neurotoxins

  • Facial surgery within the last 6 months

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POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

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For best results and safety, follow these instructions carefully after treatment:

 

• Remain upright for at least 4 hours after injections. Do not lie flat.

• Do not rub, massage, or apply pressure to the treated areas for 24 hours.

• Avoid strenuous exercise, heavy sweating, or saunas for 24 hours.

• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours post-treatment.

• You may gently cleanse your face the evening of treatment, but avoid aggressive rubbing.

• Makeup may be applied after 12 hours, unless otherwise instructed.

• Mild redness, swelling, tenderness, or headache may occur and typically resolves within 24–72 hours.

• Results begin to appear within 3–5 days, with full effect seen at 10–14 days.

• A follow-up or touch-up appointment may be recommended at 2 weeks to assess results.