Silagen Arnica Topical Recovery Post Lip Augmentation

Hello lovelies!
Today I finally got around to retouching my lip injection and I was super excited to take advantage of a Valentine’s deal at my favorite center: Healing Waters. Now, this review is not focused on the process of my lip injection (Juvederm Ultra) but on how well a topical recovery gel speeds up my healing. Just in time for Valentine’s Day!A bit about the product. This gel is from Silagen and has a blend of:- Arnica Montana (wound healing, anti-inflammatory, pain reliever)- Bromelain (reduce swelling and inflammation)- Vitamin K (enhances circulation to heal bruises)These are all great thing I already take in a pill format and can run high depending on your location. I can only buy bromelain and arnica pills from a healthy foods store and it runs me $40 and up for a bottle. I’m a bit skeptical on a topical format rather than ingesting since I always thought medicines work faster in the body, but this gel has a potent spike so I’m eager to put this to the challenge!This is day one and the instructions let me know to apply a thin layer directly after my procedure and up to three times a day or as needed. Since my lips went through a rough session and I know I will have bruising and swelling I’ll incorporate this into my morning and evening cleansing with a midday touch up.The gel is light with a little bit of stickiness that rubs easily onto my skin. I do have makeup on and I don’t see any discoloration over the top of my foundation. I made sure to gently rub the gel over the entry points of the needle since that my main bruising spot and over my lips since they are feeling quite sore.I’ve included a pre-and post lip augmentation photo from today and will keep you posted on my findings! I received this complimentary Silagen topical recovery gel treatment through the RealSelf Insider program; nonetheless I will be honest and transparent in my critique.I received this complimentary treatment through the RealSelf Insider program.

So second day, and my lips are definitely swollen. This was expected as I tend to be pretty roughed up day two and three. What did catch me off guard was the almost complete lack of bruising! I’ve been applying the lip recovery fairly regularly. If I feel I have eaten or drank and my lips are feeling extra sensitive or sore I apply another coat of the Silagen gel.
So far I’m very happy with the recovery topical assistance. I have purposely not included my regular pre/post lip injection regimen which would be a lot of pineapple consumption and the use of the arnica and bromelain pills. Therefore, recovery is purely from the topical gel. Let see what day three does!

I have to say, WOW! I took a gamble getting my lips injected 3 days before Valentine’s Day and this topical gel really helped speed up the process. Normally I bruise and it lasts for a week, even with taking arnica and bromelain pills there’s always minor bruising to heal through. I rigorously applied the cream and never saw any bruising along the lips except for tiny need point bruises where the needle went in and it was so small I couldn’t even capture it on my camera. Swelling was gone by Sunday! I would definitely purchase this product to add to my future lip injections post healing care. Highly recommended!