Is it necessary to avoid certain foods after receiving a hyaluronic acid injection?
Disease description:
Recently, in order to improve dry skin and fine lines, I tried hyaluronic acid injection for skin beautification. After the injection, my doctor reminded me to pay attention to dietary restrictions. I would like to know whether it is really necessary to follow dietary restrictions after receiving hyaluronic acid injections.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu
It is necessary to follow dietary restrictions after receiving a hyaluronic acid injection.
A hyaluronic acid injection is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure that involves injecting hyaluronic acid and other ingredients into the deep layers of the skin to achieve hydration, moisturization, and improvement of skin quality. Although post-treatment care is primarily emphasized after the procedure, appropriate dietary adjustments are also necessary to help enhance treatment outcomes and reduce potential side effects.
Generally, the period of dietary restrictions lasts from 7 to 20 days, depending on individual circumstances. During this time, patients should avoid consuming spicy and irritating foods such as hot pot, barbecue, curry, garlic, chili peppers, and allergen-prone foods like seafood, beef, and mutton. Additionally, patients should stop smoking and drinking alcohol. These measures help reduce skin irritation, prevent local infections, and promote skin recovery.
In addition to following dietary restrictions, patients should also protect their skin from sun exposure and avoid intense ultraviolet radiation. Furthermore, activities such as sauna use or strenuous exercise that cause heavy sweating should be avoided to prevent wound contamination. During the recovery period, do not rub the injection site forcefully or expose it to trauma.
