Aftercare Guide &  Frequently Asked Questions

When Will I See Results?

You should start to see / feel results in 4-7 days. Some people are faster than others and some take up to two weeks for final results to settle in.

Why does my head hurt?

Headaches happen after about 10% of injections and are completely normal. If you are prone to bruising, we recommend taking 500mg of Tylenol.

Am I going to bruise?

Bruising is very common with Botox injections. If you do think you are getting a bruise, avoid caffeine, ibuprofen and alcohol — these can make it worse! Try icing the area or taking an Arnica pill to heal faster.

Why do I have small bumps on my skin?

Little bumps are completely normal and should resolve within 30 mins of injection. Occasionally, a bump can last a day or two, often the result of a bruise. Try icing the area.

Think you need a touch up?

While we do recommend waiting two weeks for final results, if you do feel like you need a follow up let us know via text or email.

Why do I feel so bubbly?

You may be experiencing the *champagne effect*! Botox has shown to make people feel a bit bubbly and more confident.

What Now?

Immediately after treatment, your skin will show slight redness as if you just had a facial, but will be back to normal in approximately 15 minutes. You should avoid laying down for 3 to 4 hours and wait 24 hours to workout. That means no exercise, yoga, or face down positions for the remainder of the day. You can resume your normal skin conditioning and hydrating routine today.

What are some common side effects?

Bumps: These can sometimes happen with lip filler. Most bumps are small resolving bruises or a build up of the product. These can be massaged out or, in rare instances, we can use a small droplet of a dissolver.

Swelling: depends on multiple factors and just because you didn’t swell one time, does not mean you will not swell the next time you do a treatment. Sometimes an anti-swelling medication will be given after your injection. Major swelling typically lasts less than 4 days, while minor residual swelling can last 14-21 days. Yes, please ice them!

Bruising: Some people are predisposed to bruise. We suggest that you avoid vitamins, alcohol, and ibuprofen products to minimize the chance of bruising. Bruises can last 2-3 days or up to 2 weeks depending on type and location. Arnica pills ($50) can be purchased during your visit that can help heal bruises. Occasionally, we may suggest a follow up laser appointment to help speed up more severe bruises.

What if I want more?

You’re in luck! We offer specials on follow-up syringes within the first month of treatment.

Am I going to bruise?

Bruising is uncommon with Botox injections. If you do think you are getting a bruise, avoid caffeine, ibuprofen and alcohol - these can make it worse! Try icing the area or taking an Arnika pill to heal faster.

Why do they look uneven?

An uneven lip appearance is typically due to swelling. We can re-evaluate the symmetry once the swelling subsides (7-14 days), but this self resolves 95% of the time.

What will my lips look like? Can my lips look just like hers?

First and foremost, everyone is different. Different aesthetic goals, different lip structure, different metabolism, different genetics, different risk factors, etc. Do NOT compare yourself to someone else, you are your own lip, your own architecture, your own volume, be proud of your uniqueness! It's what makes us different.

What Now?

The immediate results are a view into the future of your results. If you like your filler right away, you’ll love it in two weeks as the work begins to settle. While you may have some soreness initially, the area will start to feel and look more natural in no time!

What can I do to keep my lips looking amazing?

Adequate hydration, topical creams and serums as well as collagen stimulation at home or in office. Ask us about these treatments!

When can I resume normal activities?

You can resume normal activities, including working out, in 24 hours. You can fly the same day.

Will I bruise?

Bruising can last up to 2 weeks but most clients experience mild bruising lasting only a few days.

How long does swelling last?

Severe swelling lasts 5 days and residual swelling lasts another 2-4 weeks.

What are some common side effects?

In addition to the above mentioned common side-effects, temporary induration or hardness can result from injections as well as transient hair loss in the area of injection (usually only important if you have facial hair). Asymmetric smile and lip numbness can temporarily result but should resolve in time.

Numbness

Numbness can last a month or longer but does not usually interfere with daily life.

How long before I start to see results?

Kybella works to dissolve fat molecules, a process that takes time. Most candidates will see noticeable results and skin retraction in about 6 weeks to 3 months.

How many treatments do I need?

Most clients need 2-3 treatments to obtain optimal results.