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Botox
When Can I Apply my Normal Skin Cream After Botox
Generally speaking you may return to your normal home skin care routine the same day as your treatment. Botox injections and topical, over-the-counter skin products do not tend to interact with each other. If you are unsure about your skin products it is best to check with the recommendations of your provider. In the rare event that you develop a reaction to the Botox or have an infection at the site of injection it is advised that you follow up with your provider and wait until the skin has cleared before returning to your regimen.
Clinical Context
After Botox, the injection sites are tiny puncture points, not open wounds, so most skin care products can be used right away as long as the skin looks normal—no redness, swelling, or bleeding. If you notice irritation or broken skin at an injection site, wait until it heals before applying products with strong actives like retinoids or acids, since these can sting compromised skin. When in doubt, ask your injector before resuming your usual routine.
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