How do you reduce bruising after lip fillers?

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7 tips to reduce bruising after fillers

1. Apply ice to your lips

Applying ice to the treated area can significantly reduce swelling and bruising on the lips. Use a cold compress or an ice pack wrapped in a towel and apply it gently to your lips. It is important to make sure the cold pack does not stick to your lips, as that can worsen irritation or damage the delicate skin.

2. Drink plenty of water

Drinking enough water helps your body recover faster and reduces the likelihood of severe bruising on the lips. Water helps maintain good skin health and makes any damaged areas heal more quickly.

3. Avoid food with excess sodium

Eat fresh fruit and vegetables instead. Leafy greens contain vitamin K, which helps blood clotting, while pineapple has been shown to reduce bruising.

4. Avoid strenuous exercise

During the first 24 to 48 hours after having lip fillers, it is advisable to avoid strenuous physical activity that can increase blood flow in the face and worsen swelling and bruising on the lips.

5. Avoid flying for at least a week

Wait at least a week before flying after you have had a filler treatment, as the air pressure in the cabin can worsen swelling and bruising in the lips and face. This can both affect the result and feel uncomfortable.

6. Avoid extreme temperatures

Exposure to extreme temperatures, whether hot or cold, can worsen swelling and bruising after lip fillers. It is best to avoid saunas, steam baths and very cold environments immediately after the treatment.

7. Do not apply make-up to the area

To prevent infection and let the injection sites heal as well as possible, avoid applying make-up directly to the treated areas for at least 24 hours after the treatment.

What causes bruising on the lips during the treatment?

When a needle passes through the skin, small blood vessels can be damaged, which leads to bruising on the lips. How extensive this becomes depends on several factors: the technique used for the injection, the type of fillers, and how your skin reacts. Some people have more sensitive skin or blood vessels that lie close to the surface, which can make them more prone to bruising than others.

Several stages of swelling and healing

After lip fillers it is normal to experience varying degrees of bruising and swelling. These symptoms are part of your body's natural response to the injections and usually follow a predictable healing timeline. Understanding these stages can help you manage your expectations and contribute to a smoother recovery process.

The first day

On the first day after the fillers are injected, it is normal to experience immediate mild to moderate bruising and swelling, which peaks within the first few hours after the procedure.

Day 4

By the fourth day, the bruising on your lips may start to change colour as it begins to heal, and the swelling usually starts to reduce considerably.

Day 7

Most bruising should have started to fade by day seven, and noticeable improvements in swelling should be apparent.

Day 14

By day fourteen, any remaining bruising usually fades, and the final results of your lip fillers should become apparent, provided that proper aftercare has been followed.

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