How do you reduce bruising and swelling after Botox injections
You reduce bruising and swelling after Botox by prepping the week before, choosing an experienced injector, and following simple aftercare like icing, staying upright, avoiding (things that thin the blood), and hard workouts.
What should I do a week before my appointment?
If your medical team agrees, skip nonessential blood thinners for 5 to 7 days. These include aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, fish oil, high-dose vitamin E, ginkgo, garlic pills, and turmeric supplements. If a physician has you on a prescription blood thinner, do not stop it. Limit alcohol and stay hydrated. Consider starting oral arnica or bromelain the day before if you tolerate them.
What should I do the day before and the day of treatment?
Avoid alcohol for 24 hours. Keep workouts light. Eat a small meal and drink water so you are not vasodilated from heat or dehydration. Arrive with clean skin. At Tampa Bay Total Wellness, we use tiny 30-to-32-gauge needles and gentle technique to lower trauma and reduce the chance of pinpoint bruises. This is a key reason people choose Tampa Botox with a medical team.
What should I do right after injections?
Apply a cool compress for 10 minutes on and 10 minutes off during the first hour. Stay upright for 4 hours and avoid pressing or rubbing the treated areas. Keep activity light. A short walk is fine. Skip makeup for 2 to 4 hours so you do not push pigment into open pores. If a small bruise forms, continue brief icing cycles through the evening.
What should I avoid after Botox?
For 24 hours, avoid strenuous exercise, hot yoga, saunas, steam rooms, and very hot showers. Heat dilates blood vessels and can enlarge a tiny bruise. For 48 hours, avoid facials, massage, gua sha, and devices that press on the treatment zones. Hold off on alcohol the first night. If your doctor approves, continue to avoid nonessential NSAIDs for a day.
How long do bruising and swelling last?
Most people have slight redness for 15 to 30 minutes and no visible swelling by the next morning. If bruising occurs, it is usually a pinpoint mark that fades in 3 to 7 days. Arnica gel or concealer can camouflage any discoloration. Results begin to show in 3 to 5 days and peak at 2 weeks.
Who is more likely to bruise?
You are more likely to bruise if you take blood thinners, drink alcohol the night before, have very fair or thin skin, or have had recent intense exercise or heat exposure. Planning your Tampa Botox around major events and following the preparation steps above significantly reduces the risk.
Do arnica and bromelain help?
Many clients find Arnica tablets or gel and bromelain helpful for minor bruising and swelling. These are optional and not a substitute for medical advice. If you have allergies or take other medications, ask your provider first.
When should I call the clinic?
Call us if you notice significant swelling that spreads, bruising that is unusually large or painful, or any symptoms that concern you. Our team is available to advise you and schedule a quick check if needed.
Why choose Tampa Bay Total Wellness for Botox in Tampa?
Experienced injectors, tiny needles, gentle technique, and clear aftercare keep bruising rare and downtime minimal. We map your facial movement, use conservative dosing for natural results, and guide you through prep and recovery so your treatment fits your week.
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