I had Restylane Lyft injected into my upper cheek area yesterday (Monday). My doctor said it was okay to wear makeup... But!

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I'm nervous about removing it because anytime you remove makeup, there is some rubbing and I don't want to move the product at all. It's close to my eyes but not in the tear trough area. I usually rub my eyes to get eye makeup off and then obviously if I'm wearing foundation, on my cheeks I will need to rub that area too.

Theda C. Kontis, MD · Answer

I generally ask patients not to place their makeup until after the injection holes close up, usually in a few hours after the injections have been done. Mainly I recommend this to avoid the risk of infection. Also I have started asking patients not to push the ice pack hard against their cheeks so as not to flatten the filler I have placed in their cheeks. However, I do NOT advise them after a few hours to avoid sleeping on their side, etc, as the filler really doesn't migrate or flatten after a few hours. Makeup the next day, in your case, should be fine.

Anil R. Shah, MD · Answer

Removing makeup can be done without pressure 24 hours after placement.  Intense rubbing should be limited as it may displace filler for first few days. Best Dr. Shah

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

It's safe to remove your make up. Your Restylane Lyft is not going to move now that its been 24 hours. Warmest regards, Dr. ALDO

Christopher Balgobin, MD · Answer

I love Restylane LyftIt is OK use makeup after filler.  Fillers usually set after 2 -5 days. You may notice some swelling a day or so after the fill,er is placed but this should resolve.

Daniel Levy, MD · Answer

It is perfectly fine to use makeup after filler, and some gentle massage is sometimes beneficial.  Fillers won't migrate or become displaced from gentle makeup application or removal.Good luck!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Wearing foundation and moderate rubbing of the area will not cause displacement of filler. Continue to follow your physicians post treatment recommendations. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

It is perfectly safe to wear make up after Restylane Lyft. When it comes to removing makeup you can go with facial wash and mild water to gentle remove your make up, instead of rubbing with cotton pads or wipes.

Robert Whitfield, MD · Answer

Later in the day it should be fine to remove the make up without any issues.  Hope you have a good response to the product.

Kristine Romine, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Typically, I advise my patients not to lie on
the filler for 48 hours after the procedure and recommend lying on their back
for the first two nights. After two days have passed, you will not need to
worry about potential movement of the filler. The gentle pressure of taking
makeup off or putting makeup on should not affect the filler at all. The
majority of my patients will put their make-up on before leaving the treatment
room and then will remove their make-up normally that night before they go to
bed.  If you still have concerns, you
should consult with board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

It is perfectly safe to wear makeup after Restylane Lyft. When it comes to removing makeup you can go with facial wash and mild water to remove your makeup gently, instead of rubbing with cotton pads or wipes.

I had Restylane Lyft injected into my upper cheek area yesterday (Monday). My doctor said it was okay to wear makeup... But!

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