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Using retinoid & a vitamin C serum on the rest of my face (avoiding the nose) after rhinoplasty?

October 15, 2023
Asked By:Dazzling638337 in England, United Kingdom

Hi there, I’m going to be having a rhinoplasty very soon. I’m aware that skincare directly applied to the nose should be avoided until the cast is removed. However, I want to know whether it’s safe to use skincare on the rest of my face as normal after my surgery. I use Adapalene (a form of retinoid) and a vitamin C serum. Will using these on the rest of my face (making sure that I avoid my nose completely) have any negative impact on the recovery of my nose?

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October 16, 2023

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October 23, 2023

Answer: Facial skin care and rhinoplasty

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
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Answer: Facial skin care and rhinoplasty

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