BOTOX / DYSPORT AFTERCARE

What happened

Tiny amounts of neuromodulator were placed into specific muscles to relax movement and soften lines.

First 4 hours

Do

• Stay upright. Light facial movement is fine.

• Very gentle cool compress if needed.

Avoid

• Lying flat or bending forward.

• Hats or tight headbands that press on treated areas.

• Touching, rubbing, or massaging injection sites.

First 24 hours

Do

• Gentle skincare only. Clean brushes if you apply makeup after 4 to 6 hours.

• Hydrate well.

Avoid

• Exercise, saunas, hot tubs, hot yoga.

• Alcohol.

• Facials, face massage, gua sha, microcurrent.

Days 2 to 7

Normal

• Mild headache or “heavy” feeling as muscles relax.

• Asymmetry can appear temporarily while product sets.

Avoid

• Lasers, peels, or aggressive facials for 7 days.

Pain and bruise protocol

• Tylenol is allowed if needed.

• If bruising appears, consider oral arnica for 3 to 5 days. Avoid NSAIDs for 24 hours unless prescribed.

Results timeline

• Onset in 3 to 5 days.

• Peak effect at 10 to 14 days.

• Duration about 3 to 4 months.

Red flags

• Drooping eyelid, double vision, severe headache, spreading weakness. Contact Anova.

Rebooking

• Reserve your refresh at 12 to 16 weeks to keep results consistent.