How many days after receiving a hyaluronic acid injection (water light needle) can one resume using skincare products?
Disease description:
After receiving a hyaluronic acid injection, I experience needle marks on my face along with mild redness and swelling. I would like to ask how many days I should wait before I can use skincare products again.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu
Hydroquinone injection is a treatment method that involves injecting nutrients such as hyaluronic acid into the dermis to improve skin quality and appearance. After the treatment, the skin may require some time to recover and adjust. Usually, slight redness and swelling may occur within 24 hours after treatment, but this is a normal phenomenon and will soon subside. Applying skincare products too early might irritate the treated area, hinder recovery, and even lead to infection.
Generally, about 3 to 5 days after receiving hydroquinone injections, the skin will gradually return to its normal condition, at which point skincare products can be considered. However, the exact timing should be determined according to individual physical conditions and recovery status. If the skin recovers slowly or inflammation occurs, the application of skincare products should be postponed accordingly. When choosing skincare products, it is advisable to select mild, non-irritating options to avoid further damage to the skin.
After hydroquinone injection, it is important to maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the treated area to avoid infection. If symptoms of wound infection or other discomfort occur, prompt medical attention should be sought.
