What should I do before my facelift for the best outcome? Nutrition, vitamins, lotions?

Hello @ritasmith, thank you for your question. It depends on the type of surgery that you will undergo. However, in general, it is advisable not to gain or lose weight abruptly. To have a stable weight after surgery so that it does not affect the laxity of the skin. Follow the recommendations of the treating physician regarding medications, vitamins that he/she considers appropriate to eliminate or take prior to surgery. It is best to avoid direct sun exposure on the face 2 months prior to surgery so that the skin is perfect and its structures aren't damaged. Use plenty of sunscreen even if you do not sunbathe and keep your skin as moisturized as possible. With respect to non-surgical treatments it would be beneficial to have an ultherapy session before your surgery to improve the elasticity of your skin, which is not related to the surgical procedure because when the facelift surgery is done the excess skin is removed but the skin that remains, parts from zero in the aging process and what it would do is to give a collagen support to the skin. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

Nutrition and skin care will help you get your best results after a facelift, but you should always communicate with your surgeon about any supplements you are considering.