When can one consume alcohol after getting botox and restylane filler? (photo)

Thank you for your question. I typically focus my aftercare on restricting activities that make you hot, sweaty or flushed: Examples include strenuous activities, alcohol, saunas, hot baths, etc… This will increase your chance of bruising. If no bruising, by the next day, the you should be good to go. If there is, then I recommend another day to make sure the bruise is not getting worse. I am not as worried about the not laying down after four hours.

Hi there many thanks for your query. I always advise avoiding excessive alcohol intake for 48hours after injections for safety sake / and bruising risk. I hope this helps!Best wishes,Dr Rupert 

The idea that a patient must abstain from the consumption of alcohol for long periods of time after injection with Botox or filler is another urban myth that surrounds these treatments.  The theoretical consideration is that alcohol may inhibit platelet function and possibly increase the incidence or severity of post-injection bruising.  To date, there are NO clinical studies that prove this to be the case, and certainly no data regarding the timing of consumption nor the concentration of alcohol that would need to be consumed to see such effects after injection. We err on the side of caution in our practice by recommending that patients who have just received injections of filler or Botox abstain from drinking alcohol for two days after injection, and of course, we advocate against drinking to excess for anyone, particularly for those concerned with preserving their health and beauty.

Alcohol consumption can increase your risk of bruising and swelling. Generally, I'd avoid alcohol consumption for 48 hours post-treatment… and for three days to really be on the safe side. Try not to drink excessive amounts and avoid drinking directly from bottles (to avoid the filler moving around from suction).

Bruising can get worse if you drink alcohol so soon after your treatment. You may want to wait a couple of days, or longer if you have excessive bruising. However, if you're fine, then it should be okay.