I did Kybella and day 3 I iced and got skin burned. Will this go away?

Thank you for your question, chispa.8. Your post-Kybella skin is desensitized and requires time - albeit very short - to recover. I am glad that you contacted the office right away - it was the right things to do. Please continue to follow your board certified facial plastic surgeon's recovery guidelines diligently and carefully. Best wishes,

I appreciate your question.

It is likely just a superficial tissue injury as your ability to sense temperature can be affected after a procedure like Kybella for the first week or so.  Please see your physcian to make sure there is not something deeper injuried.



The best way to assess and give
true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified
plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.

Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz

Coolpacks and ice can be very helpful after Kybella injections for swelling; however, it is very important to not have long, direct contact with ice as this can cause frost-bite reactions.   If this is the case, the redness may last for some time and can be followed by hyperpigmentation. It is important to follow up with your physician to be evaluated.  In the meantime, keep the skin well moisturized and avoid anything cold to the area.

it sounds like you gave yourself a bit of frost-bite... it will go away.  You should know that your skin will be numb for a while after Kybella... do not put ice directly on your skin during this time.My best,Dr. Nazarian@drsheilanazarian on Instagram

Without a picture, it is impossible to tell whether this is a normal reaction or a skin burn. In general, if the reddened area blanches when you press on it, then the blood returns to the area when you remove the pressure, the skin will survive. It is normal after Kybella treatments to have some redness, pain, numbness, and a "blobby" gelatinous feeling to the neck for several weeks post treatment.If you are concerned, ask your doctor to take a quick look at you for reassurance.

Thank you for
your question chispa.8. I understand your concern. Kybella is the first and
thus-far only FDA-approved non-surgical injectable treatment for the double
chin. It is difficult to make an assessment without photographs. I recommend that my patients apply cold compresses such as ice packs to reduce swelling which always occurs after a treatment. It is important to be careful not to burn the skin. Burns can be treated with appropriate would care. Please
consult with a doctor for specific recommendations. Good luck!

It sounds as if this needs to be assessed in person by your surgeon. I only recommend ice for the first day. Too much, as your finding, can be an issue.Kindly,Kouros Azar

It is only necessary to use ice packs the first day after Kybella.  Over use of ice, especially with ice itself can burn the skin.  I would suggest you return to your treating physician for examination.  Best, Dr. Green

Hello chispa.8,A true frost bite is not normal and would need treatment.  If you simply irritated the skin with the ice then this would be expected to improve.  The best recommendation is to be seen by your injector to evaluate the skin and make sure there is not a more serious problem.  I hope this helps and good luck.  

Swelling and tenderness are common after Kybella injections.  To help alleviate these symptoms, most Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons will advise applying ice packs to the treated area.  Be careful not to over-ice the area however.  Since some patients have decreased sensation after the procedure, rarely it is possible to damage your skin with ice packs.  I always advise patients to contact the physician who performed the procedure in the case of any adverse events.