Just when you thought you knew them all, there’s new things you need to know.
We’ve been sharing tips on what not to do after Botox and filler since we started this blog. Turns out, according to a new article New Beauty, there are a few more things we need to add to our lists. And I, Danielle Smith, Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner and Miami botox and filler specialist at smith & co., am throwing in two more I think are just as important. So filler-loving babes, take note.
According to New Beauty, it’s best to skip facial tools after filler for up to two weeks. That includes microcurrent tools, gua sha and facial rollers. Why? It may cause swelling or inflammation.
You’ll also want to skip goggles of the swim and ski variety. You want to give filler the chance to fully settle in. Goggles can add pressure where you don’t want it.
We’ve said it before, but we will say it again. It’s best to skip excessive smoking or drinking for 48 hours after your appointment. Why? Well, simply put, it can make bruising worse and it can prolong healing. Also, neither are great for you for a multitude of reasons.
Excessive heat is another thing to avoid after filler. So skip the hot bath, the steam room and the sauna because it can cause swelling, which causes your filler to break down faster. And we want it to go the distance.
Here’s one that may shock you: Overusing arnica is a no no. Using it too often can cause you to not take away the best benefits from it when you most need it.
Here’s another one you may not know: Skip the dentist for two weeks after getting filler. It reduces the risk of getting an infection and bacteria. Book those cleanings a few weeks after filler.
Same goes for vaccinations. It’s best to schedule them two weeks after filler to prevent swelling around the filler.
We all love a good massage, but you’ll need to skip the ones that are face down for at least a week after getting filler, as the excess pressure could cause migration. And no one wants that.
New Beauty also suggests skipping supplements like aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E and fish oil, because they thin the blood, which can cause bleeding and infection at the injection site.
A few I, Danielle Smith, Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner and Miami botox and filler specialist at smith & co., want to also include are:
10. Avoiding salty foods, because it causes swelling. You want to see your results without any influence from outside factors.
11. Also note you can fly the same day you get filler, but, again, be sure to avoid salty foods and drink plenty of water to help you avoid swelling.
Noted? Good.
If you’re Interested in Botox and filler I, Danielle Smith, Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner and Miami botox and filler specialist at smith & co., can help. Schedule a consultation with me. Reach out by calling 305-393-2311 or contacting mehere online. I’m also happy to answer any questions you may have via DM on Instagram atsmithand_co and collagenproject. And be sure to follow along to see my before and after shots.
