tox aftercare

spilling the tea on the best post-treatment practices

  • The initial effects will show in the first 2-5 days and continue to improve for 2 weeks. If this is your first treatment we will call you about a week post-treatment to book a follow up appointment with your Injector after approximately 14 days.

    Botulinum toxin usually lasts 3-4 months on average. Fine lines that do not disappear in the first 2 weeks will often continue to soften over the coming months. Those that don’t can often be improved with dermal filler. Botulinum toxin also helps prevent the development of new lines. Most people need a treatment every 4 months or so to get the best long term results.

  • ⚡️ Remain upright for 2 hours post-treatment.
    ⚡️ Do not use the muscles that have been treated for the first hour post-treatment.
    ⚡️ Do not apply make up for approximately 6 hours unless it is mineral based.
    ⚡️ When cleansing, avoid pressure and gentle strokes away from the eyes.
    ⚡️ Avoid wearing tight caps or garments in the area that has been injected.

  • ⚡️ Alcohol
    ⚡️ Exposure to UV
    ⚡️ Extreme heat (i.e. sauna, steam, sun beds, very hot showers, etc)
    ⚡️ Strenuous exercise

  • ⚡️ Waxing, facial massages, botox, injectable fillers
    ⚡️ Electrical stimulation of the face

  • After a Botulinum toxin treatment you may have some swelling, redness and bruising which will subside within the next few hours. Bruising may take a few days, especially if extensive. Arnica tablets/gel or vitamin k oxide cream can be used. A headache may occur after treatment and treated normally. Results emerge gradually during day 3 to 14.

    When to seek urgent review:

    If you develop a painful or itchy bump or swelling near an injection site please contact Tuesday Skin for a review.

    Eye Symptoms: though extremely rare, any side effects affecting the appearance or function of your eyes especially very dry eyes could benefit from treatment, please inform us at the earliest opportunity.

    When immediate help could be required:

    Anaphylaxis: Though rare in the extreme, immediately after your treatment, if you were to start to feel generally unwell and develop swelling and redness around your face your Dermal Nurse is trained to recognise and treat anaphylaxis. If you are no longer in the studio immediately call 111 for an ambulance and inform them of your procedure and that you are having an anaphylaxis response.

Any further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.