Does sunlight or heat really make Botox wear off faster?
There are many recommendations about avoiding heat after getting Botox, but in real life, you don’t need to worry too much. Today, I will explain why that is.
Many people are concerned about avoiding heat after Botox. This includes daily activities like being in the sun, using a hair dryer, taking warm showers, cooking, or eating near hot stoves or steam—like at BBQ grills, hotpots, or shabu-shabu. These activities expose your face to heat from steam or smoke.
While these activities can make you feel warm, they don’t generate temperatures high enough to affect Botox. Botox only starts breaking down at temperatures above 60°C (140°F). Such high temperatures usually occur in activities like steam baths, saunas, or laser treatments.
If someone does high-heat activities frequently after Botox—especially soon after the injection—there’s a chance that the Botox may wear off faster and the effects may not last as long.
For everyday life, you don’t need to worry about normal heat levels. Things like sun exposure, cooking with steam, warm showers, or using a hair dryer don’t generate heat intense enough to interfere with the Botox you’ve had injected.
When can I start doing laser treatments, saunas, or steam baths after Botox?
It’s best to wait about one week after your Botox injection before resuming activities that expose your skin to high heat. This ensures the treatment remains effective.
Besides high heat, what else can make Botox wear off faster?
High heat above 60°C (140°F) is the main factor that can affect Botox. Other than that, there’s no need to worry about anything else.
Keep in mind that real, high-quality Botox naturally breaks down over time, usually lasting around 3-4 months. If you notice wrinkles or jaw muscles returning to their original state after this period, it’s normal.
Can I get another Botox injection after the previous one wears off? Will it cause resistance?
If you choose genuine, high-quality Botox from a trusted clinic—one that uses FDA-approved products and has skilled doctors assessing and performing the procedure—the chance of developing resistance is very low. Waiting 3-4 months between Botox sessions is the recommended interval, ensuring your body won’t receive an excessive amount of Botox.
Lastly, MEGA CLINIC is a leading expert in facial contouring with Botox, recognized as the top provider in the country for 6 consecutive years. If you’d like to consult with our team of doctors before deciding, you can book an appointment via LINE Official @megaclinic (with @) or click the green button below to add us on LINE.
