Before & After Care
Following these before and after care instructions will help you achieve the best possible Botox results. Please contact KimTox Aesthetics if you have any questions before or after your appointment.
Before Treatment
Arrive with clean skin and as little makeup as possible
Avoid alcohol for 24-48 hours before your appointment
Stay well hydrated and eat normally on the day of your appointment. Please avoid having your treatment on an empty stomach. Eating and drinking adequately beforehand may help reduce the chance of feeling lightheaded or faint. Please let me know if you have a history of fainting or feeling lightheaded with needles, injections, blood draws, or medical procedures.
Certain medications and supplements may increase the risk of bruising, including aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), fish oil, and vitamin E. Do not stop any prescribed medication or medically necessary medication without first discussing it with your prescribing healthcare provider.
Don’t use tanning beds or saunas before your Botox session as these can irritate the skin and make the treated area more sensitive.
If possible, avoid retinol/retinoid products and other potentially irritating skin products for 24-48 hours before treatment, particularly in the areas being treated.
Please contact KimTox Aesthetics before your appointment if you are feeling ill, have a fever, or have an active infection or skin infection in or near the planned treatment area.
After Treatment
Remain upright for at least 4 hours
Avoid rubbing, massaging, or putting pressure on the treated areas for 24 hours
Avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours
No alcohol for 24 hours
Avoid hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms, and excessive heat for 24 hours
Do not wear tight hats headbands that press on the treated area for the remainder of the day
No facials or lasers for 14 days