So you've just had your Botox injections at Solas Health and Wellness in El Paso, Texas. Whether this is your first treatment or your fifth, understanding proper post-Botox care is key to getting the best possible results and longevity from your treatment.
The First 4 Hours After Botox
The first four hours are the most critical window. During this time, the neurotoxin is still settling into the targeted muscles and hasn't fully bonded to the nerve receptors yet.
Don't lie down
Avoid lying flat for at least 4 hours after your treatment. This prevents the Botox from migrating to unintended areas, which could cause temporary drooping or asymmetry.
Don't touch or massage the treated area
Pressing, rubbing, or massaging the treated area in those first few hours can cause the product to spread beyond the intended muscles.
Pro tip: Schedule your Botox appointment in the morning so you have the full day to stay upright before bedtime.
What to Avoid in the First 24 Hours
- Strenuous exercise: Increased blood flow disperses the product faster — skip the gym for 24 hours
- Alcohol: Thins the blood and increases bruising risk — avoid for 24–48 hours
- Heat exposure: Hot showers, saunas, and direct sun can break down the product faster
- Blood-thinning supplements: Aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E — avoid if not medically necessary
What to Avoid in the First Week
- Facials, chemical peels, microdermabrasion — wait at least 1 week
- Other injectables in the same area — wait 2 weeks minimum
- Excessive sun exposure — always wear SPF 30+ in El Paso's intense UV environment
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6633 N Mesa St, Suite 508 · El Paso, TX 79912 · (915) 266-3174
BOOK AN APPOINTMENTWhat's Normal After Botox
- Small bumps at injection sites — resolve in 20–30 minutes
- Mild redness or bruising — fades within a few days
- Slight headache — uncommon, resolves with Tylenol
- Asymmetry in the first 2 weeks — Botox takes 3–14 days to fully settle
When to Call Us
Contact Solas immediately if you experience significant eyelid or brow drooping, difficulty swallowing or breathing, signs of infection, severe headache, or vision changes. Call us at (915) 266-3174.