Fillers & Skin Boosters Aftercare
Swelling and some tenderness are normal after fillers and skin boosters, and usually settle within a week. This guide explains what helps, what to avoid, and the rare signs that need immediate attention.
For: Dermal & Lip Fillers, Profhilo & Skin Boosters
Medically reviewed by Dr. Surabhi Sharma · 16 September 2026
Your own doctor’s instructions always come first. If anything here is different from what you were told at the clinic, follow your doctor and ask us if you are unsure.
Call us immediately — do not wait — if you notice
- Skin turning white, pale, blue-grey or blotchy near the injection area
- Severe pain that keeps getting worse
- Any change in your vision
- Swelling of the face with difficulty breathing (seek emergency care)
Call us on +91 97738 63777. In an emergency, go to the nearest emergency department.
Before your appointment
- Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before
- If your doctor agrees, pause aspirin, ibuprofen, fish oil and vitamin E for a few days
- Tell us if you get cold sores (before lip filler), are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have had filler before
- Plan around events: swelling can last several days, especially in the lips
After your treatment, step by step
First 24 hours
Do- Apply a cold pack wrapped in cloth for 5–10 minutes at a time
- Sleep on your back with your head slightly raised the first night
- Keep the area clean
Avoid- Makeup on injection points
- Pressing, rubbing or massaging (unless your doctor tells you to)
- Alcohol
Days 1–2
Do- Drink plenty of water
Avoid- Gym and strenuous exercise
- Sauna, steam, hot yoga and strong sun
Days 3–14
Do- Let swelling settle — the final shape shows at around 2 weeks
- Come for your review if one is booked
- For Profhilo, book the second session about 4 weeks later
Avoid- Facials, face massage and dental work for 2 weeks
- Other injectable or laser treatments on the area unless your doctor agrees
What to pause, and for how long
| Pause | For how long |
|---|---|
| Exercise, alcohol, heat | 24–48 hours after |
| Facials, massage, dental work | 2 weeks after |
Normal, and settles by itself
- Swelling for 2–7 days (lips often swell more on day 2)
- Bruising and tenderness
- Small bumps at Profhilo injection points for 24–48 hours
Call your clinic if you notice
- Swelling that increases after day 3
- Redness, heat or pain that gets worse, or fever
- Lumps that are still there after 2 weeks
- A cold sore after lip filler
Aftercare questions
How long does lip filler swelling last?
Most swelling settles within 3–5 days, and the final result shows at around 2 weeks.
Can I kiss or drink through a straw after lip filler?
It is best to avoid pressure on the lips, including kissing and straws, for the first 24 hours.
Paradise Wellness · +91 97738 63777 · https://www.paradisewellness.in/aftercare/fillers-skin-boosters · General information only; it does not replace advice from your doctor.