Can You Drink After Botox, and if So, What Fluids?
In 2021, more than 3.6 million Americans received a Botox or similar treatment, making it the number one non-invasive cosmetic procedure in the U.S. As such, plenty of people have questions about what you can and can’t do after you get Botox.
For instance, can you drink after Botox, or will you have to forego that glass of wine with dinner?
The simple answer? Yes, you can drink after Botox, with a small caveat. Below, we’ll cover details so you can feel confident in your decisions after treatment.
Can You Drink Alcohol After a Botox Treatment?
Generally, drinking alcohol in moderation is okay after getting a Botox treatment. There is no direct interaction between Botox and alcohol that poses any medical risk.
That said, some people do experience a little bruising after a Botox treatment, and alcohol could potentially make that worse. As a vasodilator, alcohol relaxes and widens your blood vessels, which can increase bruising.
If you’re aware of this risk and are okay with it, you can drink alcohol after getting Botox.
Is There Anything You Shouldn’t Drink After Botox?
No liquids are completely off-limits after getting Botox. In fact, it’s best to drink plenty of fluids afterward, which can be helpful if you get a mild Botox headache.
Water is always an excellent choice, but if you prefer drinks with electrolytes in them, like Gatorade or Powerade, these are great options as well.
The only thing you might want to watch is your caffeine intake. Caffeine is a diuretic, meaning it makes you urinate more frequently and can be dehydrating. To keep you and you skin well hydrated, you might want to limit your consumption of overly-caffeinated beverages like Monster energy drinks or triple espressos.
Otherwise, beverages containing other ingredients — like dairy, fruit, or tea — are okay to drink after Botox.
Can You Drink After Botox? Final Thoughts
If you do a quick Google search for “Can you drink after Botox?” you’ll find plenty of results with very strict suggestions. We prefer to take a more practical and realistic approach.
Here are the points that actually matter:
- Stay hydrated.
- Stick to moderate caffeine intake.
- Stick to moderate alcohol intake.
That’s it. Our advice is to continue living and enjoying your life — just don’t go overboard, especially if you want to avoid bruising and headaches.
Dr. Cuthbertson is a physician at Ear Nose & Throat Associates of Lubbock. He joined the team at ENT Lubbock from Houston, where he was chief resident of the prestigious Bobby R. Alford Department of Otolaryngology at Baylor College of Medicine. He is board certified in Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery and has quickly built a reputation, not only as an extremely skilled surgeon, but as an approachable and compassionate clinician adept in the newest standards and technologies. Learn more about Dr. Cuthbertson.
Dr. Scolaro is a board-certified Otolaryngologist servicing the South Plains area. He has been practicing in Lubbock since 1990 and has earned a reputation as a skilled and experienced surgeon. He currently serves as the Medical Director for Covenant High Plains Surgery Center campuses, is a member of Covenant Health Partners and is an adjunct faculty professor for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine. Learn more about Dr. Scolaro.
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