How soon may I use a clay mask on my face minus the nose after rhinoplasty? (Photos)

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I’m 12 days post op and have this amazing mask that feels like a facelift and helps with my oily and damaged skin. Would you recommend to avoid anything on the face thats as powerful as this clay mask even if its not going to be put on my nose? Ive been managing the swelling with walking, elephant sized ibuprofen 800 mg tablets and sleeping with raised head on two pillows, and still using flonase and sea spray. Its my second nose job and im hoping to get some insight. Thank you so much!

Lucas Bryant, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question! It's definitely best to make a quick call to your surgeon's office and make sure they don't have any concerns. I would agree that what you describe would typically not be an issue as far out form surgery as you are. Warm regards.

Michael Elam, MD (retired) · Answer

Dear GazzaDodge1984, I would suggest that you clear your post operative plans with your surgeon. Personally, if you were my patient I would have no concerns with a clay mask. Often times after rhinoplasty surgery patients will have concerns with oily skin and I refer them to my aesthetician who is well versed on rhinoplasty recovery and how to take care of their skin. Best regards, Michael V. Elam, M.D.

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