HELLO GORGEOUS MED SPA®
74 W. Washington Street
Oswego, IL 60543
630-636-6193
hellogorgeousskin@yahoo.com
Pre + Post Care Guide
BOTOX®
(Neurotoxin Treatment)
ABOUT YOUR TREATMENT
Botox® is a purified neuromodulator designed to temporarily relax targeted facial muscles responsible for dynamic wrinkles. By softening repetitive muscle movement, Botox® smooths fine lines and prevents deeper wrinkle formation over time.
Common treatment areas include:
- • Forehead lines
- • Frown lines (11s)
- • Crow's feet
- • Lip flip
- • Chin dimpling
- • Bunny lines
- • Masseter (jaw slimming / clenching)
Results typically begin appearing within 3–5 days, with full effect visible at 10–14 days.
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
To minimize bruising and optimize results:
- • Avoid alcohol 24 hours prior to treatment
- • Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, fish oil, vitamin E, and other blood-thinning supplements for 5–7 days unless medically necessary
- • Discontinue retinol products 3 days prior
- • Avoid facials, chemical peels, or laser treatments within 1 week
- • Arrive with clean skin (no makeup in treatment area)
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a neuromuscular disorder, or are taking muscle relaxants, please notify us before treatment.
WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT
Immediately after treatment you may notice:
- • Mild redness
- • Small injection marks
- • Slight swelling
- • Tenderness at injection sites
These effects are normal and typically resolve within 24 hours. You may begin noticing results in 3–5 days. Full results develop within 14 days.
AFTERCARE INSTRUCTIONS
For optimal safety and results:
For the first 4 hours:
- • Remain upright
- • Do not lie flat
- • Avoid bending excessively
For 24 hours:
- • Do not rub or massage treated areas
- • Avoid strenuous exercise
- • Avoid saunas, hot tubs, or excessive heat
- • Avoid alcohol
For 48 hours:
- • Avoid facials or skin treatments
- • Avoid excessive pressure to the area
Makeup may be applied gently after 4 hours.
⚠️ IMPORTANT
Contact Hello Gorgeous Med Spa® immediately if you experience:
- • Vision changes
- • Difficulty swallowing or breathing
- • Severe or worsening swelling
- • Drooping beyond expected mild asymmetry
These are rare but require prompt evaluation.
LONGEVITY + MAINTENANCE
Results typically last 3–4 months depending on metabolism and treatment area.
Consistent maintenance appointments can:
- • Improve longevity
- • Prevent deep wrinkle formation
- • Train muscles to relax over time
We recommend scheduling your next visit before full muscle movement returns.