Botox & Neurotoxin
After Your Treatment
Caring for yourself after Botox & Neurotoxin
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Your Botox & Neurotoxin treatment is complete! Here is how to care for the treated area over the coming days so you heal beautifully and get the best possible result.
- ✓The guidelines to follow post-treatment have been followed for years, and are still employed today to prevent the possible side effects of ptosis (drooping of the eyelids or eyebrow). These measures should minimize the possibility of ptosis.
- ✓Avoid manipulation of the area for 3-4 hours following treatment. This includes rubbing sunscreen or facial lotion on your face as you can cause migration of the neurotoxin into dangerous areas. This also includes not doing facials, microdermabrasion, etc. Do not wear sunglasses or hats for 4-6 hours after your treatment.
- ✓Makeup may be applied before leaving the office if desired, however, please have us either assist you or direct you as to how to safely apply to avoid migration of neurotoxin.
- ✓No straining, heavy lifting, vigorous exercise for 4-6 hours following treatments. It is now known that it takes the toxin approximately 2 hours to bind itself to the nerve to start its work, and we do not want to increase circulation to that area to wash away the neurotoxin from where it was injected.
- ✓It can take 2-10 days to take full effect. It is recommended you have a 2-week follow-up appointment if the desired effect is not achieved (no sooner) to give the toxin time to work.
- ✓Call immediately if you have any questions or concerns regarding your treatment. Migration of products can occur no matter how careful you are. There may be treatment options to correct the migration. Your safety and satisfaction is our top priority!
Questions or concerns at any time? Call or text us at (617) 313-2723 — we are always happy to help.