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Lip filler is quick, but the aftercare is where you lock in that smooth, pretty result. Here’s what to do (and what to avoid) after Service Name so swelling goes down faster, bruising stays minimal, and your lips heal into a natural shape at Lux Medical OC in Irvine, Orange County with Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat.
The first 48 hours are all about calming swelling
Right after lip filler, swelling is normal—lips have tons of blood flow and they react fast. Expect the most puffiness in the first 24–48 hours, then it usually starts to settle. A simple pro tip: use a clean cool compress on and off (not ice directly on skin), keep your head a little elevated when you rest, and drink water like it’s your job. Skip anything that boosts blood flow to the face (hard workouts, hot yoga, saunas, steam rooms, super hot showers) for a day or two because heat and heavy sweating can make swelling hang around longer. Also: don’t panic if your lips look uneven at first—swelling is rarely perfectly symmetrical, and it can make one side look “bigger” even when the filler placement is balanced.
Avoid pressure, heat, and “DIY shaping”
This is the part people mess up: rubbing, massaging, or aggressively pressing your lips because you’re trying to “fix” a bump. Unless your injector specifically tells you to massage (and shows you how), don’t—you can shift product or irritate tissue and make swelling worse. Try to avoid lipstick or heavy lip products the same day (clean, gentle balm is usually fine), and skip dental work for a bit if you can. Another sneaky one: straws, intense kissing, and big “overstretching” facial movements right away can add unnecessary pressure when your lips are still tender. You don’t have to live like a monk, just be mindful for a couple days so everything settles smoothly.
What’s normal, what’s not, and when to check in
Totally normal: tenderness, mild bruising, little lumps that feel firm at first, and swelling that comes and goes over the first week. Most lips look way more “you” again once they’re settled—usually around 1–2 weeks when the filler integrates with the tissue and swelling calms down. Not normal and worth a same-day message or call: severe increasing pain, significant one-sided blanching (skin turning pale/white), dusky or gray discoloration, blistering, or symptoms that feel like they’re getting worse fast instead of better. Those can be warning signs of a circulation issue and need urgent evaluation. If you’re doing Service Name at Lux Medical OC in Irvine, Orange County, Dr. Cyrus Sedaghat can guide you on a clean aftercare plan and a follow-up check so your final result looks soft, balanced, and natural.
