Post-Facelift Skincare: How to Protect Your Investment!

At Coastline Plastic Surgery, facelift procedures are just the beginning of your rejuvenation journey. Under the expert care of Dr.Dunn, patients receive not only transformative surgical results, but also the personalized care needed to maintain them for years to come.

Post-surgical skincare is essential to healing smoothly and preserving your refreshed, youthful look. Here’s everything you need to know about how to care for your skin after a facelift, directly from Dr. Dunn!

Why Skincare After a Facelift Matters

Facelifts tighten and lift the skin for natural-looking rejuvenation, but the quality of your skin plays a big role in how stunning your final results appear. A dedicated, gentle skincare routine can:

• Speed up healing
• Minimize scarring
• Reduce swelling and redness
• Prolong your surgical results
• Restore glow and suppleness

1. Follow Dr. Dunn’s Recovery Post- Op Instructions!

Every patient receives a personalized post-operative guide from Dr. Dunn. These instructions are carefully designed to support healing and minimize complications. Typically, we advise:

• Gentle cleansing with a non-foaming, fragrance-free cleanser
• Topical healing ointments for incision sites
• Avoiding direct sun exposure
• No makeup or active skincare until cleared by Dr. Dunn

Your recovery plan is as individualized as your surgery—please follow it closely.

2. Keep It Simple and Soothing!

In the first 7–10 days post-op, less is more. Your skin is in recovery mode, and our priority is comfort and barrier protection. We recommend:

• Cleansing with tepid water and a soft cloth
• Avoiding any exfoliants, acids, or scrubs
• Using a light, medical-grade moisturizer with ceramides or hyaluronic acid

3. Sun Protection Is Essential! (Yes even when it’s cloudy)

Sun exposure can interfere with healing and darken scars. To protect your results:

• Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ mineral sunscreen daily (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide preferred)
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat and avoid peak sun hours
• Continue sun protection even on cloudy days or while indoors near windows

This is a must-have step for maintaining your results long-term.

4. When to Resume Active Skincare Ingredients!

Once Dr. Dunn confirms your skin has fully healed, you may gradually reintroduce active ingredients such as:

• Retinol or retinoids
• Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
• Peptides and growth factors
• Gentle exfoliants (AHAs/BHAs)

These should be phased in slowly under professional supervision to avoid irritation or setbacks in your recovery. Your peace of mind matters to us. We’re here to support you through every step of the healing process.

6. Maintaining Your Investment: Long-Term Skincare with Dr. Dunn!

Even after you’ve healed, continuing with a tailored skincare plan can help extend your facelift results. At Coastline Plastic Surgery, we often recommend:

• Medical-grade skincare customized to your needs
• Regular facials, microneedling, or light laser treatments
• Monthly check-ins for product adjustments or further treatments

Conclusion

Your facelift is an investment in yourself, and maintaining those results starts with the right care. At Coastline Plastic Surgery, Dr. Dunn and our team are committed to providing the tools, education, and support you need to love your skin at every stage of your transformation.

Ready for expert guidance on your skincare journey?

Schedule a post-op skincare consultation with Dr. Dunn and our team at Coastline Plastic Surgery today!