Calm, practical guidance for the first two weeks after anti-wrinkle injections — what is commonly expected, what to avoid, when results settle and when to contact Santi.
Most people can return to normal daily activities. Keep things simple and avoid unnecessary pressure on the treated areas.
The effect develops gradually rather than immediately. Small differences between sides during this period do not necessarily represent the final result.
Small injection-site bumps or redness should usually be settling. Bruising can remain visible for several days. Follow your clinician’s advice about other facial treatments.
Subtle changes can begin within several days and are usually easier to assess at around two weeks. We generally avoid additional procedures on the same areas during the settling period unless your clinician advises otherwise.
A cool compress may help minor bruising or tenderness if suitable for you.
At around two weeks the treatment has had time to settle sufficiently for a meaningful assessment. Your review is an opportunity to check the result, discuss asymmetry or concerns and answer questions about future treatment planning.
Daily SPF 30–50, gentle cleansing and a well-matched moisturiser support overall skin quality.
Allow treatment to settle before judging the final effect. Future treatment timing is individual rather than fixed.
Texture and tone may benefit from skin peels or skin boosters, appropriately spaced by your clinician.
Once the immediate post-treatment period has passed, normal sleep is generally fine. Avoid deliberately rubbing or applying sustained pressure to treated areas and follow any specific clinician advice.
Advice varies according to individual circumstances. Your clinician may suggest avoiding strenuous exercise for the remainder of the day or around 24 hours. Gentle normal activity is usually fine.
Avoid facial massage and procedures placing significant pressure on treated areas during the early settling period. Ask us about appropriate spacing for peels, microneedling or energy-based treatments.
Flying is generally possible after treatment. If travelling immediately afterwards, discuss your plans with your clinician.
Subtle changes can begin within several days. The result is usually much easier to assess at around two weeks.
Minor differences can appear while treatment develops. Unless there is a concerning symptom, allow it to settle and discuss the result at your complimentary two-week review.
Message the Santi team. If something does not feel right, we would rather you ask than wait for your review.
This page is informational and does not advertise prescription-only medicines. Always follow your clinician’s personalised advice.
