1. Keep It Simple and Gentle

In the first few days after surgery, your skin may be sensitive, swollen, or bruised. Use only the cleansers and moisturizers approved by your surgeon. Avoid anything with strong fragrances, exfoliants, acids (like AHA/BHA), or retinoids during early healing.

✅ Use:

• Gentle, non-foaming cleanser
• Soothing moisturizer (e.g., with hyaluronic acid or ceramides)
• Sterile saline or cool compresses if instructed

2. Don’t Skip Sun Protection

Your healing skin is especially vulnerable to UV damage and pigmentation, even on cloudy days. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+) daily once your surgeon says it’s safe.

🧴 Choose a physical (mineral) sunscreen with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to minimize irritation.

🧢 Bonus Tip: Wear a wide-brimmed hat and avoid direct sun exposure during the first few weeks post-op.

3. Hands Off – No Picking or Peeling

It can be tempting to touch, scratch, or peel flaking skin, especially after procedures like laser, fat grafting, or thread lifting. But resist the urge—this can lead to scarring, infection, or delayed healing.

Let the skin shed and renew on its own. Focus on keeping it hydrated instead.

4. Hydrate Inside and Out

Proper hydration supports healing at every level. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, and apply hydrating skincare products regularly to prevent dryness or tightness.

💧 Look for ingredients like:

• Hyaluronic acid
• Glycerin
• Panthenol
• Centella Asiatica (Cica) for calming effects

5. Skip Harsh Treatments—For Now

Avoid these until your surgeon gives you the green light:

• Exfoliants (scrubs, acids, retinoids)
• Facial waxing or shaving
• Chemical peels or microneedling
• Steam rooms and hot saunas
• Makeup on healing incisions or raw skin

Focus on recovery first—these can be reintroduced gradually once your skin barrier is restored.

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