Botox for Beginners

BOTOX® Cosmetic is a non-surgical procedure that is quick, easy, and practically painless. In fact, the recovery is virtually nonexistent, usually taking only minutes. However, there are some steps to follow if you want to achieve the best results that you can. Following these simple aftercare instructions is sure to make your recovery time trouble-free!

Four Hours After Treatment

• Avoid lying down and try to keep head elevated.
• Perform facial expressions (smiling, frowning, etc.) to help the medicine spread into the appropriate area.
• Avoid wearing makeup at the risk of aggravating the injection site.

Twenty Four Hours After Treatment

• Do not participate in any strenuous exercise or activity.
• Do not massage the treatment area as it might spread into other unwanted areas.

Bruising, Swelling, and Redness

• Applying an ice pack to the injection site will help to accelerate the healing process.
• Avoiding direct sunlight, alcohol consumption, and the use of anti-inflammatory drugs will help keep the bruising to a minimum.

Most side effects usually go away within a couple of hours. However, if you’re experiencing extreme discomfort or if the side effects are simply not going away, do not hesitate to contact one of our skin care specialists!

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 865.342.5823 (Knoxville location) or 865.868.4683 (Sevierville location).