Botulinum Toxin Injections
Aftercare & Emergency Contact Information

  • Avoid touching or massaging the treated areas for at least 6 hours following treatment.

  • Remain upright for at least 4 hours following your treatment to prevent migration.

  • Avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, very hot baths, and sunbeds for at least 24 hours after treatment

  • Do not apply make up to the treated area for at least 12 hours

  • Mild bruising or swelling is normal and should resolve within a few days

  • You may experience a mild headache (this is normal) you can take paracetamol if required (avoid ibuprofen or aspirin)

  • Do not have facial massages, facials or skin treatments for at least 2 weeks after your treatment

  • Full effects can take up to 14 days to be seen – be patient

  • Iatrogenic botulism is rare – it causes the toxins to spread beyond area of treatment. May present between 4 and 8 days but occasionally up to 4 weeks to develop.

  • A review appointment can be arranged around 2-3 weeks after treatment if required

If you notice any difficulty swallowing, speaking (slurring), severe drooping of upper eyelids, change in voice and breathing or develop a rash, seek urgent medical help immediately (999) if required and either yourself or someone contact the practitioner who treated you and Debbie Rios (clinic owner) on 07525762670.