Can I wash my face and have a bath after the Botox injection? Can I drive my car after the injections?

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John Mesa, MD · Answer

The common activity restrictions after Botox injections are related to prevent busing ( e.g. exercise)  or migration of the botox into the eye ( not sleeping or lying down in horizontal position for at least 4 hours) the day of injection. Washing the face or driving should not increase the risk of bruising after Botox injection. Therefore they are not contraindicated.Taking a warm or hot bath the same day after Botox injection could potential cause bruising at the site of infections ( since warm or hot baths could increase the body's blood pressure). Therefore, taking a warm/hot bath after Botox may be considered a relative contraindication.

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your
question in regards to Botox.It is not recommended to rub your face (or injection sites) after Botox for a minimum of four hours. To be sure, see two
or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to
make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have
treatment.I hope this helps.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

In my opinion, it would be fine to wash your face and have a bath after a Botox treatment.  In washing your face, I would just do it gently though as you would not want to do vigorous massage to your face after the injection.  You would be able to drive your car after the injections as well.

Alex Eshaghian, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question Mano5889. Botox is a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with facial expression. For my patients I recommend the following aftercare instructions after a Botox treatment: Please avoid heat exposure, alcohol consumption, and strenuous exercise for 24 hours after a treatment and avoid lying flat for 4 hours after a treatment. I would advise my patients to avoid a hot bath for 24 hours, but washing the face and driving should be fine. Please consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

After Botox injections it is important not to rub the area for at least 12 hours so be gentle when you wash your face.  Bathing and driving have no effect from Botox and should be no problem

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