Botox Aftercare: What to Do and Avoid After Your Injections
Small habits that help results settle well
Botox is quick, with little downtime, but a few simple habits in the first hours and days help it settle where it was placed. Most advice is about avoiding pressure, heat and heavy exercise for a short time. Here is a practical aftercare guide.
Key takeaways
- First 4 hours: stay upright and avoid rubbing the area.
- First 24 hours: skip heavy exercise, saunas and alcohol.
- Makeup: usually fine after a few hours, applied gently.
- Results: start in 3–5 days, full effect at about 2 weeks.
- Review: a check-up at 2 weeks allows small top-ups.
Aftercare timeline
| When | What to do |
|---|---|
| First 4 hours | Stay upright, do not press or massage the area |
| First 24 hours | Avoid heavy exercise, saunas, hot baths and alcohol |
| First 2 days | Avoid facials and face massage |
| Day 3–5 | Effect begins to show |
| Week 2 | Full effect; review if needed |
Typical prices in Seoul (2026)
Botox commonly costs about ₩50,000–₩200,000 per area, depending on the brand and units.
Approximate ranges from publicly listed 2026 prices.
When to contact the clinic
- An eyelid or brow that feels heavy or droops.
- Uneven results after two weeks.
- Unusual swelling or pain.
Questions to ask before you book
- What should I avoid after treatment?
- When can I exercise again?
- When will I see the full effect?
- Is a free review included?
Related reading
Quick summary
After Botox, stay upright and avoid rubbing for four hours, and skip heavy exercise, heat and alcohol for a day. Results start in three to five days and are complete at about two weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Can I lie down after Botox?
Wait about four hours before lying flat.
Can I wear makeup?
Usually after a few hours, applied gently.
Can I fly after Botox?
Yes, usually the next day.
Can I drink alcohol?
Best avoided for 24 hours.
What if one side looks different?
Contact the clinic at two weeks for review.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Suitability, treatment choice, results and price should be confirmed by a doctor at consultation, and individual results vary. Price ranges are approximate and may change.
Botox is quick, with little downtime, but a few simple habits in the first hours and days help it settle where it was placed. Most advice is about avoiding pressure, heat and heavy exercise for a short time. Here is a practical aftercare guide.
