You may have heard of, or be aware of, the popular cosmetic treatment known as anti-wrinkle injections, but do you know what to expect from the treatment? Even though this injectable treatment is performed daily worldwide, including at our clinic in Epping, you would be surprised at how little people know about the before, during and after of the treatment process.

The procedure involves injecting a neurotoxin with an extremely fine needle into the desired area of the face to relax the muscle and prevent them from contracting and causing the crease you see in the form of wrinkles and fine lines. This treatment is extremely safe and has been FDA-approved for decades now; however, to help people feel more comfortable with this treatment, our injectable specialists are here to help.

In this guide, we’ll explain what you can expect before, during and after your anti-wrinkle treatment, including how to prepare and adequate aftercare to ensure you’re getting the most from your results.

Before your treatment

Consultation

Before you undergo any treatment, it is extremely important to carry out an initial consultation with your practitioner. This will allow them to understand your medical history, answer any questions, and help relieve any concerns you may have about the treatment.

We recommend that you choose a medically qualified practitioner that is also CQC-registered for your treatment. If not, you may risk complications during the treatment and not receive the results you were promised.

Pre-treatment preparations

We recommend avoiding alcohol for at least 48 hours before treatment. Doing so will increase the risk and intensity of side effects, including redness and bruising. We recommend booking your treatment away from events or weekends where you may want to enjoy an alcoholic drink.

It is also essential for you to let your practitioner know of any medications you may be taking prior to treatment. Often this will be covered during your initial consultation.

Take photos of your face before

This tip is not necessarily essential however, it will allow you to compare the results once your treatment is completed. Anti-wrinkle treatments can often be subtle, providing you with a youthful appearance without you even noticing.

Taking photos before and after will help you to see the results first-hand. You’ll be amazed by how simple a transformation this unique treatment can be for reducing the visible signs of wrinkles and fine lines.

During your treatment

Cleansing the area to be treated

Regardless of if you are fresh out of the shower or not, your practitioner is likely to cleanse the skin around the treated area to ensure that no dirt or anything unwanted makes its way into the injection site. Sit back, relax and enjoy a pampered cleanse before your treatment begins.

If necessary, anaesthesia will be applied

For most people this step isn’t necessary as the injections are often considered pain-free. The needles used during treatment are so fine that the only sensation you are likely to feel is a soft prick to your skin. With that said, if you do have anxieties around needles and injectable procedures, please let your practitioner know as local anaesthetic will be available should you need it.

Having your anti-wrinkle injections

As previously mentioned, your practitioner will then administer your injections using a very fine needle. The areas of the face to be treated will have been predetermined during your consultation.

The treatment can take anywhere from 10 to 60 minutes depending on the areas being treated. The more areas you have done, the longer the treatment will be. Many people prefer this treatment to other due to its quick procedure time, painless treatment and quick, effective results.

After your treatment

Aftercare Guide for Anti-wrinkle injections

For a full breakdown of suitable and recommended aftercare for this treatment, check out our Aftercare Guide for Anti-Wrinkle Injections. Here you’ll find everything you need to know about aftercare for your treatment and how to ensure that you get the best results possible and avoid any issues along the way.

When to expect results

Following your treatment, you can expect to see the full extent of your results anywhere between day 7 to 14 after you have had your injections. This differs from person to person and can also depend on the appropriate aftercare you have following your treatment.

Results should last anywhere between 3-8 months, depending on your lifestyle and individual circumstances. We would recommend booking a top-up around then should you want to maintain your youthful results.

Book a consultation to discuss your anti-wrinkle goals with ane experienced injectables specialist

We hope that the information above has helped you to understand what you can expect before, during and after your anti-wrinkle treatment. We always recommend this treatment for those looking to subtly achieve a more youthful look quickly and effectively.

If your questions weren’t answered or you would like to discuss your own treatment, get in touch with our team to take the first step to softer, smoother, more youthful skin. If you would like to book your consultation online, this can also be done through our booking portal.

We hope to see you soon!