FACIAL CARE AFTER PREGNANCY
Facial treatments after
childbirth
Pregnancy and childbirth cause profound physiological changes in women. The face is no exception : volume changes and certain wrinkles appear.
Volume changes result from tiredness, pregnancy weight gain or rapid post-partum weight loss.
Resting wrinkles are caused by tissue laxity.
Expression lines present before pregnancy reappear because maintenance treatments cannot be performed during pregnancy : botulinum toxin injections are contraindicated during this period.
Dark circles
Dark circles are common after pregnancy, often worsened by the lack of sleep and tiredness involved in caring for a newborn. They create a tired, ageing appearance ; the eyes look different and new mothers no longer feel happy with their appearance.
Hyaluronic acid injections treat hollow dark circles. Unfortunately, there is no effective treatment for blue or brown dark circles.
Hollow cheeks
In some women, post-pregnancy weight loss causes facial fat depletion and hollow cheeks. The face looks gaunt and tired.
Hyaluronic acid injections replace lost volume, restoring a fuller, younger appearance.
Facial laxity
Reduced collagen and elastin production during and after pregnancy diminishes skin firmness and elasticity (lax skin). Weight changes cause facial fat compartments to descend. Both factors contribute to facial laxity.
The face looks tired and wrinkles form : the nasolabial fold and marionette lines. Facial contours become less defined and jowls appear.
Laxity is treated with the medical facelift technique, a variation of MD Codes. Hyaluronic acid injections at strategic points lift the face with natural results.
Wrinkle treatment complements lifting : hyaluronic acid is injected directly into the wrinkle.
Weight gain and a round face
Weight gain during pregnancy makes the face rounder and its contours less defined. Aesthetic medicine techniques for facial slimming and the 7/9 points shape technique may then be offered.
Expression lines
Forehead lines, frown lines and crow's feet that could not be treated during pregnancy are smoothed with botulinum toxin injections. The face is rejuvenated and the eyes opened up, creating a more rested, relaxed appearance.
How can dark circles and under-eye bags be reduced after short nights ?
Drainage treatments such as gentle massage and cold compresses effectively reduce dark circles and bags. Creams enriched with caffeine or hyaluronic acid help decongest and hydrate the area. In aesthetic medicine, hyaluronic acid injections or laser treatments can correct more pronounced dark circles.
Which treatments restore volume to a hollow face after pregnancy ?
Hyaluronic acid injections are ideal for restoring volume in the cheeks, temples and nasolabial folds. Skinbooster and mesotherapy treatments also deeply rehydrate the skin, restoring facial radiance and density.
Can expression lines appearing or worsening after childbirth be treated ?
Yes, expression lines can be treated with botulinum toxin injections to smooth affected areas (forehead, crow's feet). Mesotherapy, gentle peels and microneedling stimulate collagen production and gradually, naturally reduce fine lines.
Are LED treatments effective for revitalising skin after pregnancy ?
LED light treatments provide complementary support for post-partum skin revitalisation. They stimulate collagen production, reduce inflammation, improve radiance and promote cell regeneration. This gentle, noninvasive option is ideal for tired, sensitive skin after pregnancy.