{"id":21431,"date":"2021-12-06T14:51:15","date_gmt":"2021-12-06T22:51:15","guid":{"rendered":"https://www.realself.com\/news\/?p=21431"},"modified":"2021-12-16T10:51:23","modified_gmt":"2021-12-16T18:51:23","slug":"gifts-after-cosmetic-procedure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https://www.realself.com\/news\/gifts-after-cosmetic-procedure","title":{"rendered":"15 Gifts to Ask for If You\u2019re Planning a Cosmetic Procedure"},"content":{"rendered":"

Extra days off, the biological desire to hibernate when it’s cold, “New Year, new you” marketing everywhere you look—all factors that add up to make December and January prime time for plastic surgery<\/a>. We support investing in yourself any day of the year, but it just so happens that holiday season is also when your loved ones want to treat you to something special. So take advantage of the timing and ask for something that will make your cosmetic journey less anxiety-inducing and more glamorous. <\/p>

Here, 15 gifts to put on your list if you’re planning to get a cosmetic procedure in the New Year. (And don’t worry, if you’re trying to keep your nips, tucks, and tweaks under wraps, none of these items will give away your secret—although asking for a pill box is a little<\/em> unusual.)<\/p>

Gifts for surgical procedures<\/h2>

Nutritious meal plan <\/h3>
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Eat Sunny Signature Plan<\/a> ($325\/5 days)<\/p>

Grocery shopping and meal planning are low on the list of things you want to think about before going in for surgery, so consider asking your most generous family member to help stock your fridge with healthy, savory, no-fuss meals. Eat Sunny’s plan includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a snack—and is complete with all the lean proteins and antioxidants your body needs as it heals. <\/p>

Pill organizer, for your post-op meds<\/h3>
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Port and Polish Pill Box<\/a> ($20)<\/p>

If you’re undergoing a more invasive procedure, plan on filling quite a few prescriptions. Your doctor will likely have you on antibiotics, anti-nausea meds, and different forms of painkillers—and when you’re already groggy, differentiating cephalexin from clindamycin from Celebrex will feel like rocket science. A pretty pill box is a small thing that will be a big help.<\/p>

Stylish compression garment<\/h3>
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Skims Sculpting Bodysuit<\/a> ($68)<\/p>

In the days or weeks following surgery, you’ll be wearing compression garments pretty much around the clock. They’ll probably be Bandaid-colored and fairly ugly, but that’s okay because—to get real for a moment—they’re going to end up with blood and fluids on them. Once you’re well into your recovery though, you’ll want compression that’s… sexier. This bodysuit will do the trick, and you’ll continue to wear it under LBDs for years to come.<\/p>

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Full-body pillow<\/h3>
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Sleep Again Pillow System<\/a> ($300)<\/p>

Sleep doesn’t come easily post-op—whether you’ve had a rhinoplasty<\/a>, tummy tuck<\/a>, or BBL<\/a>. A good pillow will go a long way, and this one offers it all: leg elevation, head and neck support, contoured sides to cradle your hips, and just the right amount of incline to keep circulation flowing. <\/p>

Cozy robe<\/h3>
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Eberjey Chalet Eco Plush Robe<\/a> ($148)<\/p>

Everyone loves a supersoft new robe. Everyone<\/em>.<\/p>

Waterless way to shower<\/h3>
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Megababe Cucumber Mint Shower Sheets<\/a> ($12)<\/p>

Bathing is generally advised against in the immediate days after surgery (and even if your doctor allows it, you won’t want to). These oversized shower sheets that smell like spa water and don’t leave a filmy residue behind make the perfect stocking stuffer.  <\/p>

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Blowout in a can<\/h3>
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Living Proof Joy to the Clean Perfect Hair Day Dry Shampoo Duo<\/a> ($35)<\/p>

Ask any beauty editor what the best dry shampoo is, and they’ll point you to this one. It works its magic under the most dire conditions, like after Spin class, so sopping up a little “day three of not leaving the couch” grease will be nothing.   <\/p>

Healthy supplement trio<\/h3>
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Love Wellness Daily Health Kit<\/a> ($80)<\/p>

You should always consult your doctor before starting a supplement routine—especially post-surgery—but if they give you the green light, this is the ideal starter pack. It’s got probiotics for gut health, a full-spectrum multivitamin for everything health, and fiber to get things moving after general anesthesia.<\/p>

De-stressing CBD cream<\/h3>
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Prima R+R Cream 750mg CBD Recovery Rub for Soothing Comfort<\/a> ($38)<\/p>

The jury is still out on whether CBD<\/a> is a wonder ingredient—there just aren’t enough studies on it yet—but if you’re in need of a luxurious cream to soothe sore, achy muscles, you can’t go wrong with this cooling blend of hemp CBD, eucalyptus, and menthol.<\/p>

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