Anti-wrinkle injections do not need much preparation as they are non-surgical treatments. The injections typically contain purified botulinum toxin (often referred to by brand names, including Botox). The procedures are short and considered safe, but there are a few things to be aware of for a smoother experience.
Before the Appointment
During your consultation, you may have asked questions about the treatment. If you have any more questions, you can ask the practitioner in order to feel ready and safe before receiving the injection.
Any treatment can feel overwhelming, and answers to your questions can make you feel more confident about the procedure.
Before your appointment, it’s recommended you disclose if you have had any other treatments beforehand.
A more thorough understanding of the process of anti-wrinkle injections might put your mind at ease and allow you to arrive at the appointment relaxed and comfortable.
Days Before the Anti-Wrinkle Injection
24 hours prior to anti-wrinkle injections, it is advisable to avoid intense exercise and the consumption of alcohol. This can reduce the chances of bruises and swelling and make the experience more enjoyable and stress-free. It is better to avoid certain supplements like vitamin E and fish oil, as well as anti-inflammatory medications a few days prior.
Anti-Wrinkle Injection Day
As with most other treatments, on the day of the injection it would be preferable to arrive without makeup. This way the practitioner can focus more on how you feel instead of spending time removing makeup.
If you still have questions, this is the moment to ask them before proceeding with the injection. The practitioner who is taking care of you that day will be happy to help reduce any stress.
Be sure to arrive on time, so you don’t feel rushed during the treatment. Also, the practitioner will have more time to prepare and dedicate time to your treatment which can also improve the result and reduce the chance of side effects.
Preparing for Anti-Wrinkle Injection vs Preparing for Surgery
Compared to many other aesthetic options, such as blepharoplasty, the anti-wrinkle injection is minimally invasive so necessitates less preparation. In the first case, local or general anaesthetic is needed but not for the injection. Anti-wrinkle injections don’t require surgery and require less recovery time than other treatments.
Preparation can be time-consuming and tiring in the case of blepharoplasty but for the injection it is rather easy and straightforward, meaning it is more suitable for those with busy schedules.
For surgical procedures like facelifts, brow lifts, and eye lifts, often you’ll need multiple consultations, preoperative blood work, and sometimes imaging to assess facial structures. Anti-wrinkle injections are comparatively simple, and extensive preoperative evaluations are generally unnecessary.
Surgical alternatives have a higher upfront cost as they require anaesthesia, operating room fees, and a surgeon.
After the Injection
The session will often last less than 30 minutes, and recovery time is minimal. Avoid strenuous activity for the next 24 hours to be safe. Any redness or swelling is likely to resolve quickly. There are no sutures or scares from anti-wrinkle injections.
