Curious about enhancing your natural beauty with injectables but don’t know what to expect? Whether you’re thinking about smoothing fine lines with Botox or plumping your lips with filler, we’re going to tell you everything you need to know about these procedures.
At SKINNEY Medspa, we have a team of highly trained and experienced estheticians who are ready to listen to your cosmetic goals and help you achieve them safely. When delivered by a specialist, injectables can help rejuvenate your appearance and boost your confidence. With minimal risks and downtime, they’re great options to enhance your natural beauty subtly.
From consultations to aftercare, here’s what you can expect when you receive Botox and lip filler at SKINNEY Medspa.
Why Do Our Clients Get Injectables?
Injectables like Botox and lip fillers can enhance your natural beauty. As minimally invasive treatments, they can rejuvenate your complexion without the risks or downtime that comes with surgery.
But between Botox and lip filler, which is right for you? Let’s explore the reasons why our clients love these treatments.
Why Get Botox?
Botox is a neuromodulator that temporarily paralyzes muscles. It works by blocking the nerve signals that cause muscles to contract. When it’s injected into the face, it relaxes the muscles and limits movements, causing fine lines and wrinkles to become smoother. This treatment can help rejuvenate the skin by softening crow’s feet, forehead lines, frown lines, and other signs of aging.
Injections can also be placed above your upper lip. When Botox relaxes this area, your upper lip will roll outward, causing it to appear fuller. This cosmetic procedure is known as a lip flip. While everyone experiences different results, the effects of Botox usually last 3-5 months.
Many first-time clients are afraid of looking “frozen” after getting their injections, but an experienced injector will know the right amount to use to give you natural-looking results.
Why Get Lip Filler?
Lip fillers are great at adding volume to enhance the shape of your lips. Additionally, your esthetician can strategically place the injections to enhance your facial symmetry. Most lip fillers are made of hyaluronic acid. Since this hydrating substance is found in the body, it delivers natural-looking results and is very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. Fillers containing hyaluronic acid, like Juvéderm and Restylane, can also be dissolved if you would like to make any adjustments. Over time, they will wear off, but could last anywhere from 6 months up to one year.
Can Botox and Lip Filler Be Combined?
Yes. It’s possible to get both injectables in one visit. As Botox smooths fine lines and wrinkles, lip filler plumps your lips to create a more revitalized look. If you’re interested in the possibility of getting both procedures done, feel free to reach out to our team to see if this combination of treatments is right for you. Whether you get Botox, lip filler, or both injectables, your esthetician will make sure your results look natural.
Why SKINNEY Is The Best Med Spa For Botox And Lip Fillers
At SKINNEY Medspa in NYC and Miami, we’ve heard many wonderful reviews from our clients who have felt more beautiful and confident after choosing us for their injectables.
Here are some of the biggest reasons why SKINNEY Medspa can be a great choice for you, too:
- Experienced Estheticians: At SKINNEY Medspa, our team is full of master injectors who are highly trained, experienced, and knowledgeable. When you come to us for your injectables, you’ll be in safe hands.
- Personalized Treatments: Our estheticians will listen to your needs and cosmetic goals. We will make sure your treatment is safe, effective, and tailored to you.
- Precise Injections: Our team uses advanced techniques, including micro-droplet precision during Botox injections. This technique ensures your results look natural and not overdone.
Over the years, we have received so many glowing reviews from our clients at SKINNEY Medspa. Each day, our staff is committed to continuing our proven track record of delivering excellent results and the highest standard of care.
SKINNEY Medspa Reviews
Whether they’ve chosen Botox or lip filler, many of our clients have loved their results. But don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what they’ve had to say.
- “I went in for a Botox treatment and had never felt more comfortable.” -Jordan N.
- “I absolutely love this place!! I was looking for a place to get a lip filler in New York City and after I found SKINNEY Medspa I’m ABSOLUTELY happy that I picked the right place to get my lips done! I love the results of my lips!” -Diana L.
What To Expect At A Botox Appointment
The first step with any cosmetic treatment is to schedule a consultation. When you come to SKINNEY Medspa for a Botox consultation in NYC, you’ll meet with one of our highly trained specialists. During this free consultation, you will discuss the results you want to achieve, review your medical history, and find out if you’re a good candidate for Botox.
If your esthetician determines you can have Botox injections, you’ll find that the procedure is pretty quick and easy. Your esthetician will gently clean your skin before injecting Botox into your skin with a fine needle. These injections will go into specific muscles that will smooth your fine lines and wrinkles when they relax. It’s normal to feel slight pinches as the needle goes into the skin, but these sensations are quick and usually well-tolerated. The injections can take as little as 15 minutes to complete. Most of our clients don’t need any downtime after treatment and can easily return to their daily activities.
What Are The Side Effects of Botox?
The side effects from Botox are usually mild and temporary. It’s common to experience redness, swelling, and bruising at the injection sites, but these side effects normally subside within a few days. Some people may also experience headaches that can be managed with an over-the-counter pain reliever.
What To Expect First Time Getting Fillers
If you’re getting lip fillers for the first time, we understand that you may have a lot of questions. When you schedule a free consultation with one of our estheticians at SKINNEY Medspa, you’ll be able to get the answers you need. During your consultation, a specialist will assess your facial structure, ask about your cosmetic goals, and let you know if fillers are a good choice for you. There are many great options to choose from, and you can find out which one can help you achieve the look you want. Fillers containing hyaluronic acid are often good choices for first-timers because the results can easily be reversed or adjusted as needed.
Before you receive lip filler injections, your esthetician will apply a numbing cream to your lips to help minimize discomfort. Some lip fillers also contain lidocaine, which also produces a numbing effect to make this procedure more comfortable. After 10-15 minutes, your lips will be ready for the injections, and your provider will use a fine needle to insert lip filler. A highly trained esthetician will know how much filler to use and what product is best to achieve your desired results.
It usually takes 15-30 minutes to deliver the injections. Sometimes clients feel slight pinches during this procedure, but the numbing agent minimizes these sensations. Many of our clients don’t need any downtime and can return to their normal activities safely after their treatment.
What Are The Side Effects of Lip Filler?
It’s common to experience some redness, swelling, bruising, and tenderness after receiving lip filler injections. However, these side effects are normally mild and subside within a few days. Following your injector’s aftercare instructions may help you heal more quickly after your treatment.
Aftercare Tips For Smooth Healing
No matter which injectable you get, you can help minimize the side effects and heal smoothly with the right aftercare. Your provider will give you a list of instructions to follow after your procedure, but here’s a general guide of what you need to do to optimize your recovery and results.
Botox Aftercare Tips
At SKINNEY Medspa, we recommend you follow these tips for Botox aftercare:
- Try Not To Rub Injection Sites: For the first 24 hours after your injections, try to avoid putting pressure on your treated areas. This aftercare tip can help prevent Botox from spreading past the injection sites and affecting other muscles.
- Stay Upright For 4 Hours: Lying down or bending over within the first few hours of injections can cause Botox to move to other areas. Staying upright for at least 4 hours can help Botox stay in the treated muscles.
- Use Gentle Skincare: Within the first 24 hours of your treatment, it’s very important to be as gentle with your skin as possible. You can cleanse your skin carefully, but don’t get any facial treatments.
- Reduce Swelling With Ice: After Botox injections, it’s common to experience some swelling and bruising. Applying a cold compress or ice wrapped in a cloth can help minimize these side effects.
Lip Filler Aftercare Tips
For a smooth lip filler recovery process, follow your provider’s instructions along with these tips:
- Don’t Wear Makeup: Waiting at least 24 hours before wearing makeup will help reduce your risk of an infection.
- Limit Lip Movements: For the first few days of your recovery, try your best not to pucker your lips, kiss, or drink from a straw. This tip will help your filler settle properly.
- Avoid Hot Environments: Stay away from saunas, hot tubs, and other hot environments during your healing process. Heat can make swelling and bruising worse and lengthen your recovery time.
- Minimize Swelling With Ice: Gently applying ice to your lips can help reduce swelling and bruising. You can do this a few times a day for 10 minutes as you heal.
How Long Do The Results Last?
Botox and lip fillers can provide amazing results, but they will be temporary. As with any cosmetic treatment, individual results may vary and depend on many factors. Generally, living a healthy lifestyle and following your provider’s aftercare guidelines can extend the results of your injectables. You can also schedule maintenance appointments to touch up your results before they begin to wear off.
Here is an idea of what most of our clients can generally expect with their results from Botox and lip filler.
Botox Results
Many people begin to see results from their Botox injections about 3-5 days after treatment. Usually, it takes about 7-10 days to see the full results of smoother, more rejuvenated skin. The treatment area, the skill of your injector, and your metabolism will affect how long these effects will last. However, most of our clients enjoy their results for 3 to 5 months.
Lip Filler Results
Within the first two days of your lip filler injections, you may experience swelling and bruising. It’s normal to notice fuller lips at this point, but the full effects won’t be noticeable until the swelling subsides and the filler settles. Most people are able to see the full effects in two to four weeks. The length of your results will depend on the amount of filler used, the type of filler, and your metabolism. Generally, many of our clients have enjoyed fuller, softer lips for 6-12 months.
Rejuvenate Your Look With Lip Fillers and Botox In NYC
If you’re considering Botox, lip fillers, or both procedures, the first step is to schedule a free consultation. At SKINNEY Medspa, our team of specialists is here to help you achieve your desired results so you can look and feel amazing. With our knowledge, masterful injection techniques, and proven track record, you can come to us knowing you’ll be in safe hands. Plus, we’ll make sure your results look natural and not overdone.
Ready to take the first step toward rejuvenation? Call us at (212) 754-6639 to schedule a consultation in NYC or (305) 717-7576 to see our estheticians in Miami. Wherever you choose to get your injectables, you can revitalize your appearance and feel confident in the results.
