The Best Skincare Routine for Botox and Filler Patients
Injectables like Botox and filler form the foundations of non-surgical cosmetic treatments. They’re quick procedures that make significant and immediate changes to the face’s structure and motion. Before we determine the best skincare routine after Botox and filler, let’s briefly consider what these procedures actually do.
Botox temporarily relaxes targeted muscles to reduce movement. This prevents the development of wrinkles around the most mobile parts of the face (mouth, eyes, and forehead). Filler adds volume to areas with increased hollowness, and it can mildly restructure facial proportions for increased symmetry, definition, etc.
The Best Ingredients After Botox and Filler
Both Botox and filler are injectables, meaning that they’re applied through a syringe. Immediately after one of these treatments, it’s a good idea to apply a non-alcoholic disinfecting solution, like hypochlorous acid. This naturally occurring molecule helps support the skin’s healing response and has antimicrobial properties. Applied topically, it can calm the inflammatory response and protect the skin against bacteria.
Other products that can support your recovery following injectables include Miracle 10’s Soothe and Alastin’s INhance. Soothe is a neurobalm containing botanical extracts that are gentle on the skin but tough on inflammation. INhance is a serum specifically formulated as a post-injection treatment. It includes a cooling applicator and contains arnica extract for bruising.
Along with soothing extracts, many post-injectable skincare recommendations incorporate hyaluronic acid. This pivotal ingredient works to boost hydration and skin barrier support following the sterilization procedures that prep the skin for injections.
How to Make Botox and Filler Results Last Longer
Once your skin has quickly recovered and you’ve settled into your results, you might be wondering how you can get the most bang for your buck. To make injectable results last longer, you want to bring out the heavy-duty products, namely, actives.
Hyaluronic acid is, again, your best friend. Besides its hydration factor, HA helps keep the skin hydrated, complementing the plumping effects of hyaluronic acid fillers. In fact, most fillers have a hyaluronic acid base, which is crosslinked (or combined) with other molecules depending on the purpose of the product.
Peptides are another way to increase the longevity of your injectable results. Peptides are chains of amino acids (the little molecules that make up protein) that can support the natural production of collagen and elastin in the skin.
Topical ingredients will never replace the effect of an injectable like Botox, but peptides can really help with promoting skin elasticity so Botox can do its best work.
An even more powerful topical treatment that gets pretty close to clinical results is carboxytherapy face masks. The CO2Lift Pro Carboxy Gel Mask creates a lifting effect by improving circulation in the skin, increasing moisture retention, and calming inflammation.
Which Treatments Work Best After Botox and Filler?
Skincare is not the only way to boost your Botox and filler results, however. You can complement your injectable treatment with other non-surgical cosmetic treatments that really go the mile.
Facials and peels are the first round of supplemental treatments. Along with the thorough application of active ingredients, facials and peels improve the skin’s radiance overall. This creates a perfect canvas for injectable results to really shine.
JetPeel is a facial treatment that goes deep, creating microchannels for active ingredients to penetrate a little further than with most facials. JetPeel exfoliates the skin, then infuses rejuvenating products 1.4mm beyond the skin’s surface.
For even more skin resurfacing, there are laser treatments. Botox, in particular, goes hand in hand with most laser therapies available. Botox helps soften dynamic wrinkles, while laser treatments target concerns such as pigmentation, texture, and skin laxity. Together, they create a more comprehensive rejuvenation plan.. One treatment fills in for the other for more robust and long-term results.
Skincare Mistakes That Can Affect Your Botox Results
On the flipside of maximizing recovery outcomes, there are some things you’ll definitely want to avoid so you don’t jeopardize your results:
- Exposure to Germs: It’s impossible to avoid germs at all costs, but there are some activities that might unnecessarily expose your skin to increased microbes immediately following your Botox or filler appointment. Think saunas, gyms, makeup application, etc. Although injection sites are microscopic, so are bacteria… Take it easy for the first few hours following your treatment.
- Inflammatory Products: Actives can be helpful once your skin has recovered, but you’ll want to avoid them immediately after treatment. You’ll also want to nix harsh exfoliation and scrubbing, especially after filler. Be gentle while your results settle.
- Excessive Facial Movements: Botox and filler modify the structure and movement of your face. You’ll want to avoid excessive ‘emoting’ while they settle. Much easier said than done… but we don’t expect statues. Just try and avoid motions that could disrupt your results—kind of like controlling your reactions when you have a face mask on.
- Forgetting SPF: Sunscreen is the most important skincare product—we want to scream it from the rooftops. UV exposure contributes to collagen breakdown and premature skin aging. Daily SPF helps protect your skin and support your long-term results.
Botox and filler are exceptional treatments for an array of skin concerns (in our unbiased opinion). To really make the most of your injectables, you want to use certain ingredients, supplement with additional treatments, and avoid common skincare mistakes. To book your next skin rejuvenation appointment, give us a call or use the form below.
