Moisturizer Post- Facelift /Neck lift doesn't soak in on the swollen skin. Why is that?

There are many skin care products available and these are a big part of overall care for facelift patients as well as for many patients undergoing blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), rhinoplasty, laser skin treatments,botox injections as well as fillers.That being said, we typically will begin to provide detailed use of skin medica products after the sutures are removed - typically at about day 6.  You should contact you facial plastic surgeon to ask about how they would like you to resume your skin care regimen.It is not unusual for the skin to behave differently, and in many cases, it can become more sensitive following any surgical treatment of the face.  I would NOT recommend using anything that a neighbor provides for you.  Use only what your doctor has prescribed.

Skin that is healing after a facelift will certainly act differently during the healing process and absorb skin care products differently during this period. Once all the swelling subsides, the skin will absorb your products normally. Nothing to worry about.Andrew Campbell, M.D.Facial Plastic Surgeon

Skin care after a facelift has to follow a specific time frame.   In my practice the type of skin products and where on the face to apply them is discussed at each visit, especially in the early stage of recovery. Take special care what you apply on the incisions. You should discuss this issue with your surgeon.

Thank you for posting your question. One step in facelifting is elevating and moving skin to a new position. As a result, new blood and lymphatic vessels need to develop to reestablish their "flow" to the skin.  In addition there is acute swelling/inflammation from the surgery itself. Skin will act differently during this healing period because of these reasons. Also the lifted skin temporarily may have a different color and feel. Moisturizers may not absorb as well and it is important to follows your surgeons instructions as which was are safe to use. Continued patience and I hope you are enjoying your refreshed look!

I usually advise my patients wait a few weeks before starting his or her standard skin care regimen following a facelift. The procedure can disrupt the vascular and lymphatic drainage patterns in the skin and it can take a few days to weeks for the skin to normalize. Follow up with your surgeon to determine when you can start using your skin care products again.