Immediately following the treatment there may be some swelling. This will usually last between 24 hours and 48 hours. Apply aftercare ointment provided to lips throughout the day whenever they feel dry. You will experience dryness, similar to chapped lips. Do not force peel lips when they start to peel. You will experience 30% to 70% fading with the 1st application.  Second application can be done in 3 months