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What should you not do after a treatment for drooping mouth corners with botulinum toxin?
A treatment for drooping mouth corners with botulinum toxin provides a fresher, friendlier facial expression. For a beautiful final result and the prevention of complications, it is important to avoid certain actions after the treatment. In this blog, you can read what to pay attention to.
1. Do not rub or massage around the mouth corners
After the treatment, you must not rub or massage the treated zone for at least 24 hours. This prevents the botulinum toxin from migrating to nearby muscles, which could disrupt the effect or lead to a crooked smile.
2. Avoid pressure on the face
Be careful not to support your face with your hand, do not wear tight scarves, and do not lie with your face in your pillow while sleeping. This type of pressure can affect the action of the botulinum toxin.
3. No make-up or skincare around the mouth
Do not use make-up, creams, or cleansing products around the mouth for the first 12 hours after the treatment. This prevents irritation and reduces the risk of infection or unwanted spread of the active substance.
4. Do not chew intensively, blow, or whistle
Avoid activities where you use your mouth intensively, such as chewing gum, whistling, or blowing forcefully. This applies particularly to the first 24 hours, so that the botulinum toxin can settle properly.
5. No alcohol or spicy food
Alcohol and spicy food can stimulate blood circulation, which increases the risk of bruising. Therefore, avoid these 24 hours before and after the treatment.
6. Do not exercise or sweat within 24 hours
Physically strenuous activities such as fitness, running, or yoga can affect the spread of botulinum toxin. Therefore, avoid intensive movement and sweating within the first 24 hours.
7. Avoid heat sources
Saunas, sunbeds, hot showers, and steam rooms can negatively affect the treatment. Avoid these for at least 48 hours.
8. Doubt? Do not act yourself, but contact us
Does something not feel right or are you unsure about the result? Always contact your practitioner. Trying to correct or manipulate it yourself can worsen the problem.
In summary
By adhering to these recommendations, you give the botulinum toxin time to bond properly, you prevent side effects, and you benefit from an optimal result. Do you have any questions or do you notice anything unusual? Let your practitioner know immediately.