Will Massage 2 Hours After Treatment Affect Botox?

Generally, because such small needles are used and Botox is injected into the muscle, there is not much disruption to the skin surface. That being said, it is safest to avoid rubbing the treating areas (no creams, facial massages, etc.) for 3-4 hours after Botox treatment . Manipulation or rubbing of the muscles a short time of injection can potential spread the Botox into areas that you do not want. Most importantly, the eyelids, causing the unfortunate eyelid droop. Also, any strenuous activity (heavy exercise for example) should be avoided for maybe 6-8 hours, just to decrease the chance of bruising which can be unsightly temporarily (especially when treating around the thin eyelid skin). By 12 hours after treatment, you can pretty much resume all creams, facials, and activity you want.

Hi Lacey,

Now you've done it, you have gone and broken your head...just kidding.  No more massaging.  Hopefully you will be able to open your eyes tomorrow to be able to read this.  Your Botox should be wearing off around the time you get through reading all of the responses that busy physicians have taken their valuable time  to  reply to your honest but ridiculous question here on RealSelf.  I hope that you are fine, and in the future, avoid rubbing your Botox injections to the point of "crackling".  While you are at it, avoid anti-gravity boots, trapeze, wearing a tight fitting motorcycle helmet, and Circ Du Soliel performances as well.  See the referenced "Darwin Awards"  below.  Good luck and be well.

Dr. P