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Keep Your Routine Gentle
Cleanse your face gently and avoid scrubbing or vigorous rubbing around injection sites. Choose simple, non-irritating skincare while your skin settles.
Botox Aftercare Guide
Effective Ways to Care for Your Skin After a Botox Procedure
Good aftercare helps you care for the treated area while Botox begins to take effect. Follow your clinician’s personalised instructions first, and use this page as general information—not a substitute for medical advice.
Post-treatment skincare
Simple Botox Aftercare Steps
These general tips are designed to complement—not replace—the instructions given by your treating medical professional.
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Protect Your Skin From the Sun
Use broad-spectrum sunscreen as part of your normal skincare routine and limit unnecessary sun exposure, especially if your skin is temporarily sensitive.
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Maintain Healthy Habits
Maintain your usual fluid intake and balanced routine. Hydration supports overall health, but it does not speed up Botox itself.
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Follow Activity Guidance
Ask your clinician when to resume strenuous exercise, facials, massage or activities that put pressure or heat around the treated area.
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Avoid Massaging Injection Sites
Avoid unnecessary pressure, rubbing or facial massage unless your treating clinician specifically recommends it.
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Attend Follow-Up When Advised
Botox results develop gradually. A follow-up can help your clinician assess your response and answer questions about the result.
What to avoid
Give Your Skin Time to Settle
Your injector may give you specific restrictions based on the areas treated and your medical history.
Ask Your Clinician Before
- Rubbing, pressing or massaging treated areas.
- Having a facial, peel or another cosmetic procedure over the treated area.
- Resuming strenuous exercise or activities that increase heat or pressure around the treated area.
- Applying products your clinician has advised you to avoid.
Helpful Everyday Choices
- Use a gentle cleanser and moisturiser if these are part of your usual routine.
- Use sunscreen and avoid excessive sun exposure.
- Return to your normal routine according to your clinician’s advice.
- Keep your clinic’s contact details available if you have questions.
What to expect
Botox Recovery Timeline
Botox does not create its full effect immediately. Your individual timeline can vary.
Day 0–1
Immediately After Treatment
You may notice temporary redness, swelling, tenderness or bruising around injection sites.
3–7
Early Changes
Effects may begin becoming noticeable over the following days. Continue the aftercare recommended by your clinician.
7–14
Assessing the Result
The effect can continue developing. Your clinician may assess the result during this period if a review is recommended.
Safety first
When Should You Contact Your Doctor?
Mild, temporary injection-site effects can occur, but unusual or worsening symptoms should be discussed with your treating clinician.
Contact Your Treating Clinic If You Notice
- Increasing pain, swelling, redness or symptoms that are getting worse.
- Unexpected changes around the treated area.
- Symptoms that concern you or do not improve as expected.
Seek urgent medical attention for serious symptoms such as trouble breathing, swallowing or speaking, widespread weakness, or signs of a severe allergic reaction.
Frequently asked questions
Botox Aftercare FAQs
Can I wash my face after Botox?
Follow your injector’s instructions. In general, gentle cleansing is preferred; avoid rubbing, scrubbing or massaging the treated areas.
How long should I avoid rubbing or massaging my face?
Avoid rubbing or massaging treated areas unless your treating clinician specifically tells you otherwise.
Can I exercise after Botox?
Ask your treating clinician when to resume strenuous exercise. Recommended timing can depend on the treatment area and your individual circumstances.
When will I see Botox results?
Results are not usually immediate. Effects develop over several days and the result is commonly assessed around one to two weeks, depending on treatment and individual response.
How long do Botox results last?
Duration varies by person, treatment area and dose. Your clinician can explain what to expect for your specific treatment.
When should I contact a doctor after Botox?
Contact your treating clinician if symptoms are worsening or unexpected. Seek urgent care for trouble breathing, swallowing or speaking, widespread weakness, or signs of a severe allergic reaction.
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Medical disclaimer: This page provides general educational information and is not a diagnosis or a substitute for personalised medical advice. Follow the instructions of your treating clinician. Content should be reviewed by a qualified medical professional before publication.