Cosmetic Procedures

Botulinum Toxin

Botox Pre-Care Instructions

Timing is everything. It is best to schedule treatments at least two weeks before a big event. Since these cosmetic treatments require little to no downtime, many clients choose to have them done on their lunch break — Botox can be administered in as little as 10–15 minutes!

Avoid blood thinning medication. One week prior, avoid aspirin, ibuprofen (generic, Advil, Aleve or Motrin), Vitamin E and fish oil or omega-3s to prevent bruising.

Don’t skip breakfast. The morning of, consume plenty of food and drink as this will decrease the chances of lightheadedness during the treatment.

Botox Aftercare Instructions

Wait 24 hours before getting other facial treatments. Wait at least a day before getting back into that normal skincare routine. This allows the body time to adjust to the medical aesthetics treatment.

Sit up. Do not lie down after a Botox treatment. This is to avoid the risk of pressure on the treated areas and to avoid the risk of having the area rubbed accidentally.

Go back for touch-ups if needed. Schedule a follow-up appointment if more Botox injections are needed two weeks after the first Botox treatment.

Avoid painkillers. Painkillers should be used sparingly for headaches or facial pain. Strong painkillers such as Aspirin and ibuprofen should be avoided.

How Does Botox Work?

Botox, also called botulinum toxin, is made from the bacteria that causes botulism. Botulinum toxin works to block nerve activity in the muscles. Botox is used to treat medical conditions, and cosmetically to remove wrinkles.

Botulinum toxin is currently used to treat over 20 different medical conditions, including chronic migraines, hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), overactive bladder. Cosmetically, Botox cosmetic can treat glabellar lines (frown lines between the eyebrows), canthal lines (crow’s feet) and more!

Botox injections should be administered only by a physician, nurse or medical professional, even when used for cosmetic purposes.

The effects of a Botox injection are temporary. After an injection, your symptoms may return completely within three months. After repeat injections, it may take less time before your symptoms return, especially if your client’s body develops antibodies to the botulinum toxin.