I highly advise you to avoid tanning after getting a Botox treatment. Bear with me as I explain why, and when you should go for a tan after Botox.
What’s The Best Time To Get Tan After Botox?
I suggest waiting at least 48 hours before you hit the tanning beds. Below are some of the reasons.
- It lets your muscles relax and prepare them for a new treatment.
- You might feel swelling and redness because of direct sun exposure.
- Excessive sun exposure and tanning may also result in skin cancer.
Understanding Botox Procedures
Botox is a cosmetic treatment that protects your skin from aging. Botox injections are applied directly into facial muscles to reduce wrinkles and the effects of premature aging on your beautiful face.
Botox’s effectiveness is determined when you feel your skin soft and fresh and doesn’t get wrinkles when you frown or laugh out loud.
Does Tanning Affect Botox?
When you go tanning after Botox, your skin is still getting used to the treatment. Although tanning itself doesn’t directly affect the Botox area, it’s better to allow Botox to settle before you go in direct sunlight.
What Are The Side Effects of Getting Botox Before Tanning?
I mentioned the bruising and swelling earlier in the article. One more side effect is the sunburn you’ll get from the UV exposure. The sun effects breaks down collagen, and elasting in the skin, which quickly minimizes the effects of Botox.
What To Do After Botox Treatment?
You can only see the results of your Botox if you follow the important post-treatment measures.
- Use SPF 30 sunscreen and keep applying it after every two hours.
- Wear sun protection gear such as caps and sunglasses.
- Keep yourself hydrated and keep a water bottle to yourself.
What Not To Do After Receiving Botox Treatments
The following are a few things to avoid after the procedure
- Use of alcohol.
- Immediately lying on the bed.
- Massaging the treated area.
- Putting any sort of pressure on the treatment area.
- Direct sunlight or sunbathing.
- Heat exposure
What Are The Alternatives Of Tanning Post-Botox?
There are a few alternatives that you can try for post-Botox skincare. I recommend you get a spray tan and use self-tanning lotions that are board-certified and show immediate results. Using Bronzers is generally safe. It gives your natural-looking skin a pretty sun-kissed glow.