If you have psoriasis, talk to a dermatologist or healthcare provider before getting a cosmetic treatment.
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Botox
Botoxinjections temporarily paralyze muscles.
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They are a popular procedure to prevent wrinkles and create a more youthful appearance.
However, it’s possible that the stress of surgery can trigger a psoriasis flare.
Your surgeon will create an individualized plan for you to prepare before surgery and recover afterward.
The plan may involve pausing anybiologic agentsyou are taking for your psoriasis.
Fillers
Dermal fillersare injections that plump areas of the face, such as the lips or cheeks.
However, if you have active psoriasis when the procedure is done, they could trigger your psoriasis.
Harsh treatments include strong exfoliating acids or extractions.
Facials may be a good alternative to more invasive procedures for people with psoriasis.
Hair Styling and Coloring
Certain hairstyles can be painful or worsen scalp psoriasis.
Coloring, perming, or relaxing your hair also has the potential to cause a psoriasis flare.
You should avoid these treatments when you have active psoriasis.
Tattoos
Koebner phenomenon involving tattoos may occur in patients with psoriasis.
Tattoos are known to trigger psoriasis flares in some people.
Microneedling
You should avoidmicroneedlingover active psoriasis lesions.
As with tattoos, there’s a chance that microneedling could trigger new psoriasis lesions through the Koebner phenomenon.
Your psoriasis treatment can also influence whether it’s safe for you to get cosmetic procedures.
It’s helpful to see an aesthetician who has experience working with people with psoriasis.
You should also speak to your dermatologist if you plan to undergo any cosmetic procedures.
They may advise you to wait until lesions have cleared or recommend alternative treatments.
Aftercare and Side Effects
Be aware that cosmetic procedures could also worsen psoriasis through the Koebner phenomenon.
Talk to your healthcare provider to understand your risks.
It’s possible to get cosmetic procedures if your psoriasis lesions have cleared from the area.
Talk to your dermatologist about your personal risk profile to decide what cosmetic procedures are safe for you.
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