Most can apply make up by the next morning.

Jonathan Hoenig, MD answers: How much swelling is caused by Botox or Juvederm?

I know that everyone is different but can you give me an "average" of how much swelling I should expect from my Juvederm and Botox injections? Will I be able to return to work the following day without looking odd to the general public? Will I be able to apply makeup as normal the next morning?


Jonathan Hoenig, MD
7 months ago

You didn't mention where you were having the injections of Botox and Juvederm...

Typically, Botox injections do not cause swelling. A small bruise is a rare occurence when Botox is injected for the crow's feet, at the outside corners of the eyes.

Juvederm in the lips can cause some swelling for a few days. In the cheeks or nasolabial folds, it's usually not noticeable.  If its' used under the eyes ( I prefer Restylane there) it can cause some swelling, lasting a day to a few days.

Avoiding aspirin, vitamin E, fish oil, advil, flax seed oil, and other blood thinners for a week before your treatment is a good idea. Limiting salt intake may also keep swelling to a minimum.

Most patients apply makeup and return to normal daily activities right away.

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