What To Expect From Your First Anti-Wrinkle Injection Appointment

Looking after our skin, no matter how old we are, is hugely important. As the biggest organ of the body, if there’s something wrong with it, it can have a huge impact on our mental health, confidence and self-esteem.

The good news, however, is that there’s a lot we can do to ensure that our skin looks beautiful as we age, with strategic use of skincare products (featuring ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, peptides, salicylic acid, glycolic acid, retinols and so on) helping us to retain our youthful glow and healthy, supple skin.

The other good news, of course, is that we’re blessed with access to lots of innovative skincare treatments and cosmetic procedures that can help support us over the years - and anti-wrinkle injections are one of the most popular skin rejuvenation options for men and women alike.

If you’ve never had this kind of treatment before, it’s natural to feel a little anxious about what to expect. To help put your mind at ease, here’s a more complete breakdown of the service and what it entails. If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Epicare Health team.

Initial consultation

Before anything happens, a full consultation with a medical professional will take place so they can assess your skin and so you can ask any questions to help you decide if this is the right course of action for you. Asking to see before and after pictures can help you see the benefits of the treatment.

Before the treatment

You don’t need to do anything to prepare for the procedure, as it’s quick and minimally invasive. You will need to remove your makeup prior to the treatment, but your clinician will provide you with the facilities to achieve this.

Your clinician will look closely at your skin and ask you to scrunch up certain parts of your face to determine the best places for the treatment. A vein finder will also be used to help them make more informed decisions regarding needle placement.

During the treatment

Keep as still as you can as the injectables are administered to reduce the risk of bruising and swelling. Your clinician will work as efficiently as possible until all the required areas have been treated.

You can use numbing cream on your skin if you’re particularly concerned about the pain and it’s possible that your clinician will also provide you with a handheld vibrating tool that can also help numb the effects. Once the injections have been carried out, you may be provided with small ice packs to apply to any areas that are sore.

After the treatment

Because these injectables are minimally invasive, there’s no associated downtime with the treatment and you should be able to go about your daily activities immediately.

You may experience a bit of redness and swelling at the injection sites but this should resolve itself within a day or two. Avoid lying flat or face down for 24 hours after the treatment to allow the injectables to settle and do not wear makeup for at least six hours to reduce the risk of infection.