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Can I apply a hot compress after receiving Botox injections for facial slimming?

Jan 20, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Lu
Introduction
The slimming facial injection works by injecting botulinum toxin type A to relax the masseter muscles, thereby optimizing the facial contour. The general reference price for a slimming facial injection is 1000-5000 RMB per injection, and noticeable improvement is usually observed within 1 to 6 weeks. Under normal circumstances, heat application should not be performed after receiving a slimming facial injection. The slimming facial injection works by blocking nerve impulses between nerves and muscles, causing over-contracted muscles to relax.

瘦脸针 works by injecting botulinum toxin type A to relax the masseter muscles, thereby optimizing the facial contour. The general reference price for 瘦脸针 is 1,000-5,000 yuan per injection, and visible improvement can usually be seen within 1 to 6 weeks. Generally speaking, hot compresses should not be applied after receiving 瘦脸针. The detailed explanation is as follows:

瘦脸针 achieves its effect by blocking nerve impulses between nerves and muscles, allowing over-contracted muscles to relax, thus achieving a face slimming effect. After receiving 瘦脸针, the medication requires a certain amount of time to stabilize and take effect locally, binding with the neuromuscular junction. If a hot compress is applied at this time, it will accelerate local blood circulation, causing the injected botulinum toxin type A to be diluted and dispersed too quickly, preventing it from concentrating in the target muscle area to exert its intended effect. This may lead to less noticeable slimming results or a shortened duration of effectiveness.

A hot compress can dilate local blood vessels, increasing vascular permeability, which may result in swelling, intensified pain, or other adverse reactions at the injection site. It may also increase the risk of infection, causing discomfort to the patient, interfering with the normal healing process, prolonging recovery time, and potentially triggering inflammatory reactions that could negatively affect the skin and muscle tissue, thus being detrimental to post-procedure recovery and overall results.

If one intends to receive 瘦脸针 injections, the procedure should be performed by a qualified physician at a legitimate medical facility. Additionally, maintaining good lifestyle habits and avoiding exposure to high-temperature environments is recommended.

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