What is the risk that I've moved Botox around after dermaplaning?

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I just used a facial razor to dermaplane my face 8 days after receiving Botox in my forehead, glabella, and chin. There's mixed opinions online about when is okay to do this... some say a week and others two. What is the risk that I've actually moved the product around?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

After 25 years, we have not had anybody complain about migration of their Botox after manipulation of their forehead. Don't worry about it. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Anna Petropoulos, MD, FRCS · Answer

Hello alanon91! Thank you for your question. While we do recommend patients wait 2 weeks after getting botox to do any sort of facial manipulation such as microneedling, facials, gua sha, etc, 8 days is typically safe for something as light as dermaplaning. The likelihood of any product moving around with such a superficial treatment is quite small. It looks like it has now been 4 days since you posted your question- I hope all is still well! Best, Genie Alexander, RN BSN for Dr. Anna Petropoulos, MD FRCS at Center for Classic Beauty, Danvers & Boston, MA.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is generally recommended to wait at least 24 to 48 hours after receiving Botox injections before undergoing dermaplaning. This waiting period allows the Botox to settle into the targeted muscles and reduces the risk of the treatment being displaced by the mechanical action of dermaplaning. Since it's been 8 days for you, you should be totally fine.

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD, FACS · Answer

No need to worry about facial manipulation 8 days following Botox injections.  You can even have a massage if you choose to do so and, therefor, dermaplaning is completely safe.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

You should be fine to have dermaplaning eight days after your Botox treatment.  The risk of it impacting your treatment results would be very low.  I've included a video on neuromodulators like Botox that I hope you find helpful.

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