professional botox treatment prep

I want to get professional botox treatment but I've heard you should avoid certain medications and supplements beforehand. What are the main things to be aware of going into an appointment?

This is a really important one to take seriously. Blood thinners — including common ones like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen — can increase bruising and should ideally be stopped a week or so before your appointment if your doctor approves. Some supplements like fish oil, vitamin E, garlic, and ginger can also thin the blood. Alcohol should be avoided for at least 24 hours before. It's worth making a full list of everything you're taking and sharing it with your injector at the consultation — even things that seem minor.

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This is a really important one to take seriously. Blood thinners — including common ones like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen — can increase bruising and should ideally be stopped a week or so before your appointment if your doctor approves. Some supplements like fish oil, vitamin E, garlic, and ginger can also thin the blood. Alcohol should be avoided for at least 24 hours before. It's worth making a full list of everything you're taking and sharing it with your injector at the consultation — even things that seem minor.

Totally agree on all of that. I was surprised how detailed my pre-appointment questionnaire was — they asked about everything, including herbal supplements I wouldn't have thought mattered. It was actually reassuring that they were that thorough. They also gave me a written list of things to avoid in the days leading up to my appointment. If you want to see what a well-organized clinic's process looks like, this gives a good idea: https://bellasanamedspa.com/service/botox