Anti-wrinkle Aftercare

What to expect after your treatment

Redness, swelling or tenderness in the treated area are always possible. This is a normal response to the treatment and we expect this will resolve within a couple of hours.

There may also be mild bruising at the injection points.

You will begin to notice the results in 3-7 days with full results visible at 14 days. Masseter and hyperhidrosis treatments may take up to 4 weeks to take effect.

Immediate aftercare – what to do at home

  • Avoid any heat-inducing activities for 24 hours such as strenuous exercise, spas, saunas and hot showers.

  • Avoid pressure on the area for the first 24 hours (sleep on your back if possible, no face down massages). Do not rub or massage the area.

  • Avoid alcohol for 24 hours.

  • Avoid active skin care (AHAs, retinol, vitamin C) and oil based makeup for 24 hours.

  • Avoid eyebrow treatments, facials, waxing, chemical peels, skin needling, Hydrafacial, BBL or laser treatments for 2 weeks after treatment.

Treatment follow-up

We always encourage a follow up appointment 2 weeks post treatment to review the outcome and make any adjustments required to achieve optimal results. If the masseters were treated we recommend review at 4-6 weeks.

A follow-up allows us to optimise dosage and placement for the best aesthetic outcome. It can take a few treatments to get the best long-term result which can then be replicated with ongoing treatments. Please note that we do not follow up or make adjustments prior to the 2 weeks post treatment.

Anti-wrinkle treatment lasts approximately 3 months. Longevity depends on dosage (number of units used), its indication, muscle injected, and individual factors such as metabolism. For those who request a more ‘natural’ result with residual muscle movement, the results will not last as long (2 months average) due to the lower dose used. Muscle movement will slowly start to return around weeks 6-8 with full movement expected by 12 weeks. The treatment lasts longer in areas such as the masseter muscles and sweat glands with results expected up to 6 months.

Regular maintenance treatments are recommended for long-lasting results. We do not recommend treatment any more frequently than 12 weekly.

Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns on 021 228 2310 or esme@fe-clinic.co.nz.