What is this spot on my face after Botox? (Photo)

Question

I have a discolored area, as pictured on the left side.. a few hours after botox.. what is this? It seems to be lighter than the rest of my skin ?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is nothing to worry about, wait 5-7 days. There could be some bruising or inflammation. If the problem persists I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

It is hard to tell from the photo what it is. IT can be some localized inflammation but since it is still early i would just wait it out and if it lasts longer than 5-7 days i would go back to your injector for an evaluation.

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.It may be that you got a bruise from the injection of Botox and it is making the skin around it appear lighter. The photo is not very clear, so it is hard to determine what is exactly going on. I would recommend having it evaluated in person if it does not resolve within a week of injections.

Jon Kurkjian, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photo.
This does not appear to be anything to worry about. Maybe a little bruising or inflammation for the injection. Give it time and it should disappear. If after 2 weeks you still have concerns, return to your injector for evaluation.

Summit Kundaria, MD · Answer

Thank you for the question and pictures.   I don't know what exactly you are pointing to in the picture, but I would give this time.  I don't think it's anything worrisome.  Good luck!

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