Bruises from Injections? Here’s How to Make Them Disappear

November 23, 2019

Every invasive treatment, including such favorite minimally invasive options as Botox, holds some risks of side effects, although they are typically quite small in most cases. However, bruises and swelling can hold you back from some of your favorite activities, such as attending a special event or celebrating a holiday with family. It is important to know why you may end up with bruises following your injections, what you can do to help them disappear, and how you can avoid them in the first place.

Factors to Consider with Cosmetic Procedures

Your face is a particularly fragile area that is covered in some of the thinnest skin on your body and filled with thousands of tiny capillaries that feed blood to all of your facial tissues. Any injection is bound to damage these tissues somewhat, and there is a high likelihood that a few small capillaries could be hit as well. When a blood vessel is damaged, a small portion of the blood leaks out, pooling close to the surface of the skin. This blood creates the visible bruise that you may see after receiving injections.

If you do find yourself with light bruising following injections, there are a few at-home tricks you can use to limit the negative appearance. First, apply ice to the injection areas as soon as possible. Ice can limit a bruise’s formation while also decreasing swelling. Second, keep your head elevated as much as possible to prevent more blood from flowing into the slightly damaged areas. Third, you can tastefully apply concealer to the bruises to cover them as much as possible if you have to leave home.

Preparing for Recovery Periods

If you know that you have a special event coming up, try to schedule your injections for at least a week or two prior to give your skin and tissues a chance to heal before the big day. In addition, it is vital to schedule your injections with a trusted, reputable cosmetic provider who understands facial anatomy and who has plenty of experience.

Dr. Tavoussi has years of experience in providing popular Botox treatments along with longer-lasting dermal fillers to improve the tone and youthfulness of the face. If you have a special event coming up or simply want a younger look, contact the OC Cosmetic Surgery Clinique in Newport Beach today for an appointment with a provider whom you can trust.