Optimizing your skin before surgery can improve results and healing. Here are recommended pre-surgery skin treatments.
Why Pre-Treatment Matters
- Healthier skin heals better
- Reduces infection risk
- Improves overall results
- Prepares skin for trauma
Timeline: 6-8 Weeks Before
Start
- Consistent skincare routine
- Hydrating treatments
- Sun protection religiously
- Healthy diet and hydration
Consider
- Gentle facial treatments
- LED therapy
- Vitamin C serums
- Gentle exfoliation
Timeline: 4-6 Weeks Before
Stop
- Strong retinoids
- Chemical peels
- Aggressive treatments
- Laser procedures
Continue
- Gentle hydration
- Sun protection
- Basic cleansing routine
Timeline: 2 Weeks Before
Simplify
- Basic cleanser only
- Simple moisturizer
- Sunscreen
- No active ingredients
Avoid
- New products
- Exfoliation
- Masks
- Any irritating treatments
Recommended Products
Cleansers
- Gentle, pH-balanced
- Non-foaming preferred
- Fragrance-free
Moisturizers
- Ceramide-based
- Fragrance-free
- Simple formulation
Sunscreen
- SPF 50+
- Physical/mineral if possible
- Daily without exception
What Not to Do
- Start new treatments close to surgery
- Get facials right before
- Use harsh products
- Neglect sun protection
