The most important rule: allow a buffer
Injectable treatments leave short-term traces – swelling, redness, occasionally bruises. This is normal and temporary, but it takes time. As a rule of thumb: allow three to four weeks before important occasions such as a wedding, a photo shoot, a holiday or a public appearance.
The first 24 to 48 hours – general rules
- No intensive exercise (raised blood pressure increases swelling and bruising)
- No sauna, no steam bath, no sunbed
- No alcohol
- Do not massage or press on the treated areas
- Make-up: depending on the treatment, at the earliest after 12 to 24 hours
Preventing and treating bruises
Beforehand, for a few days: avoid alcohol and blood-thinning painkillers such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Never stop prescribed medication on your own – speak to me first. Also avoid high-dose omega-3 or vitamin E supplements.
Afterwards: cool the area (not directly on the skin); arnica gel can help. A bruise usually resolves within five to ten days and can be covered with make-up.
When should you get in touch?
Mild swelling, redness and tenderness are normal. Contact me immediately in case of severe or increasing pain, whitish or dark discolouration of the skin, visual disturbances, or signs of infection such as pronounced redness, warmth or fever. As a physician trained in complication management, I am reachable for my patients in such situations.
