Here’s what every Miami girl needs to know.

If you’ve noticed your Botox seems to fade away faster, or you’ve noticed a change in your fillers after spending time under the sun, there are a few things you need to consider. Thanks to a recent article in Elle, which begs the question: Does Sun Exposure Affect Filler? I thought I, Danielle Smith, Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner and Miami botox and filler specialist at smith & co., would share a few things we know make your trips for injections more frequent. In the article, double-board certified integrative medicine doctor and aesthetics specialist Dr. Rahi Sarbaziha, MD, says, “There’s no specific duration of sun exposure that universally triggers hyaluronic acid breakdown.” Sarbaziha goes on to say,  “It varies from person to person. However, excessive UV exposure, particularly from sources like tanning beds, can expedite the dissolution of filters.”

We also know there’s more than just sun that contributes to the erosion of Botox and fillers. Yes, that hot yoga class is a great way to get your stretch and sweat on, but it’s also a known factor in making you burn through your injectables. Maybe skip the heat and just opt for yoga instead. That’s also true of steam rooms and the sauna. So keep these things at a minimum, unless you plan to see me on a more frequent basis (which is just fine by me :)

While I’m all about looking and feeling your best, keep in mind Ozempic and other appetite suppressants like phentermine will also force your fillers and Botox to fade at a faster rate. Clearly, as much as we’d like to have it all, we simply just can’t seem to.

The best way to keep your Botox and fillers for as long as possible: Keep sweat sessions to a minimum and stay out of the sun. When it comes to being Floridians, that last one isn’t always an easy task. So keep things covered and don’t forget to use your SPF. And be sure to stay on top of your appointments. The longer you go between sessions, the longer it will take to get your face where you want it to be. 

Interested in Botox and fillers? Danielle Smith, Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner and Miami botox and filler specialist at smith & co., can help. Schedule a consultation with me. Also, visit my other spot Collagen Project (just next door) for your VIPeel Treatment and Morpheus8. 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.