Rubbing the forehead after a Botox injection indicates that the patient has improperly physically stimulated the injection site after the injection.
Botox injections are a cosmetic treatment used to improve facial wrinkles and sagging skin. After injection, the skin tissue gradually absorbs the botulinum toxin, thus smoothing wrinkles. The skin is more sensitive after injection; rubbing the injection site at this time may lead to uneven drug distribution, affecting the treatment effect, and may even cause local inflammation or discomfort. The skin tissue needs time to absorb the botulinum toxin and for it to take effect; rubbing the injection site will disrupt the even distribution of the drug, thus affecting the treatment effect. Rubbing may also increase local skin inflammation and may even cause the drug to spread prematurely, resulting in a less than expected treatment effect.
After receiving botulinum toxin injections, patients should avoid rubbing or massaging the injection site to ensure even distribution of the medication and maximize its effectiveness. The skin is more sensitive after injection, and avoiding rubbing helps reduce local inflammation and promotes skin recovery. If any discomfort or abnormalities occur after the injection, consult a doctor promptly for appropriate guidance and treatment.
[Management Tip:]
1. Avoid rubbing or massaging the injection site for 24 hours after the injection.
2. Keep the injection site clean and avoid using irritating cosmetics.
3. If redness, swelling, pain or other abnormal symptoms occur, seek medical advice promptly.
