Why Do You Need to Wait 14 Days for a Neurotoxin Touch-Up?
Why Do You Need to Wait 14 Days for a Neurotoxin Touch-Up?
When it comes to treatments like Botox or Xeomin, patience is essential. A common question is why providers recommend waiting 14 days before scheduling a touch-up after your initial injection. Let’s break it down.
How Neurotoxins Work
Neurotoxins, such as Botox and Xeomin, work by temporarily relaxing targeted muscles to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines. While you might see results start to appear within 3-5 days, the product continues to take full effect over a two-week period.
Why the Two-Week Wait?
It’s important to allow the neurotoxin enough time to fully settle and show its maximum effect. Waiting ensures that:
- Full Results Can Be Assessed: By 14 days, we can see exactly how your treatment has worked and determine if a touch-up is necessary.
- Avoid Overcorrection: Acting too soon may lead to using more product than necessary, which could result in an unnatural or "heavy" feeling in the treated area.
What If Something Feels Off?
If, after the two-week waiting period, you notice areas that haven’t responded as expected, a touch-up can be scheduled to fine-tune your results.
Patience Is Key
Everyone’s body metabolizes neurotoxins differently, and even the same individual can experience slightly different results between treatments. Giving your body time to adjust ensures that you achieve the best possible outcome.
At Prime Youth Aesthetics and Wellness, we prioritize achieving natural, balanced results for our patients. If you have any concerns or questions about your neurotoxin treatments, we’re here to help!
Remember: Great results are worth the wait.
