Can I Get a Facial After Botox? What You Need to Know

Can I Get a Facial After Botox?

Short answer: Not immediately.

If you’ve just had Botox, it’s best to wait at least 7 days before getting a facial — and even longer if it involves pressure, massage, or exfoliation. At The Pur Health in Irvine, we see this question all the time. Let’s break down what’s safe, what’s risky, and how to protect your results.

Why You Should Wait to Get a Facial After Botox

Botox works by relaxing targeted facial muscles. For it to be effective:

• It needs to stay in place for several hours after injection.
• Manipulating the area too soon can lead to migration of the product.
• This can cause asymmetry, eyelid droop, or loss of precision in treatment.

At The Pur Health, we advise:

• No lying flat for 4 hours
• No facials, massages, or pressure for at least 7 days
• No intense skincare treatments like chemical peels or microneedling until 10–14 days later

What Kind of Facials Are Safe After Botox?

Once your Botox has settled (about 7–10 days), most non-invasive facials are safe:

• Hydrating facials
• Enzyme-based exfoliation (not manual scrubs)
• LED therapy
• Post-procedure soothing masks

Avoid these for at least 2 weeks:

• Microdermabrasion
• Microneedling
• Radiofrequency facials
• Lymphatic massage over injection sites
  

If you’re unsure, our Irvine-based team can guide you through the best post-Botox skincare options tailored to your skin type and goals.

What If You Already Had a Facial After Botox?

If it was within 1–2 days post-injection, don’t panic — but watch for:

• Uneven results
• Eyelid heaviness
• Asymmetry in expression

It’s rare, but if it happens, we can help you correct or adjust results safely.

How to Care for Your Skin After Botox in Irvine

Here’s what we recommend to optimize your results:

• Use gentle cleansers and skip harsh exfoliants
• Apply broad-spectrum SPF daily (Irvine sun is no joke!)
• Use SkinCeuticals or medical-grade skincare to support healing
• Book your next facial 10–14 days later, ideally with one of our experts

Why Patients in Irvine Trust The Pur Health

We’re not a typical medspa. At The Pur Health:

• Every injectable treatment is overseen by Dr. Sabeen Munib, with years of experience treating Botox complications and aesthetic corrections
• We offer integrated skin + wellness care, so your results are optimized from the inside out
• Our team provides tailored post-Botox regimens to keep your skin radiant without risking your investment

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How long after Botox can I get a facial?

Wait at least 7–10 days to avoid affecting the placement of the Botox.

Can I get HydraFacial after Botox?

Yes, but only after 10–14 days, and it must be performed without suction over injection sites.

Can I get a massage after Botox?

Not on the same day. Wait at least 1 week, especially for any facial or head massage.

What happens if I get a facial too soon?

Botox may migrate, reducing results or causing unevenness. This can be temporary, but may require correction.

Ready to Plan Your Post-Botox Skin Routine?

At The Pur Health, we guide you every step of the way — from injectables to skincare recovery. Whether you’re in Irvine, Tustin, or greater Orange County, you deserve results that are safe, beautiful, and long-lasting.

Schedule your Botox consultation in Irvine today.

Or book your next facial with our clinical skincare team once your treatment has settled.