When is it safe to put makeup on chin augmentation scar?

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A: Makeup on chin augmentation scar safe at about two weeks after surgery

By Paul S. Nassif, MD - Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Hello, It is safe around two weeks after surgery, as you want the skin to heal first. Hope this helps answer your question. Dr. Nassif

A: When is it safe to put makeup on chin augmentation scar?

By Peter A. Aldea, MD - Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Theoretically, a surgical wound is sealed by 36-48 hours from the time of surgery. If your surgeon left outside sutures on this wound, you would wait until 2-3 days after the stitches were removed to prevent any makeup from getting into stitch depressions thereby causing self-tattooing. Good Luck. Peter A... more

A: You can conceal your Chin Implant scar 7 days after your operation.

By Eric M. Joseph, MD - West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

Most scars will be red for many months until they mature. Chin Implant scars are usually inconspicuous, under your chin. Certainly ask your surgeon' advice, but I don't think there would be any problem applying concealer to a healed incision, 7 days after surgery.

A: Scar camoflauge with make up

By Scott Trimas, MD - Jacksonville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Depending upon the location of the scar and when it heals up after sutures are removed, we usually recommend two weeks after the surgery or one week after suture removal. However, depending upon how well the scar is healed may enter into the equation. It is best to ask your surgeon as he/she may have a... more

A: Most can use cover makeup on scars one to two days after stitches are removed

By Steven J. Pearlman, MD - New York City Facial Plastic Surgeon

First, you should consult your physician about their personal opinion on this subject. Us surgeons are very particular about how we and our patients take care of scars. In my opinion, most scars are closed and can be covered as early as the day after the stitches are removed. The key indication is when there... more

A: Surgical Scars and Cosmetics

By Richard W. Westreich, MD - Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

Usually cosmetics can be used on surgical incisions 48 hours after suture removal. This assumes there is complete healing and no gaps or area of crusting on the incision. If crusting is still present, then you can apply around the area of crust, but not directly on it. Once healing is complete, if the scar is... more