We recommend icing the area to prevent swelling and bruising. It’s also best to keep the head elevated, especially when sleeping, and avoid putting pressure on your face. Avoid washing your face and using your regular skincare products for the first 24 hours so the incision points can heal. Even though it may be hard not to touch your face, don’t, and especially don’t tug, rub, or massage the areas where the threads were inserted for the first few days, which may cause them to move.