Recovery Timeline
Immediately After
Apply cold compress (10 min on, 10 min off). Avoid touching or rubbing the area. Stay upright — no lying flat for 4 hours.
First Two Days
Peak swelling and possible bruising. This is normal. Avoid alcohol, exercise, saunas, and hot showers. Sleep on your back with head slightly elevated.
First Week
Swelling subsides significantly. Bruising (if any) begins to fade. You can resume gentle exercise. Avoid facial massages and aggressive skincare.
Full Results
Filler has fully integrated and settled into its final position. This is when you and your injector assess whether touch-ups are needed.
Practical aids
Simple aids that some people find helpful. Ask your injector before taking any supplement or herbal product, especially if you take blood-thinning medicine.
Cold Compress
Gel-based cold packs designed for facial use. Apply with a cloth barrier — never directly on skin. 10 minutes on, 10 minutes off.
Recovery ToolElevation Pillow
Wedge pillow to keep your head elevated while sleeping. Some people find it helps with swelling during the first nights.
Recovery ToolWhat To Avoid
Thins blood, increases bruising. Avoid 24-48 hours before and after.
They can increase bruising. Never stop a medicine your doctor has prescribed (for example aspirin for the heart) without asking them first.
Increases blood flow and swelling. Wait 48-72 hours before working out.
Risk of infection through needle punctures. Wait at least 12 hours.
Concerned about your results?
Vision changes: call 112 at once. Unusual pain or pale, white or purple skin: contact your injector immediately. These can be signs of a blocked blood vessel.
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