Can I apply lotion and makeup in the days before LASIK?

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hello i would like to know if i can apply lotion and face makeup the days before lasik? thank you

Lee Katzman, MD · Answer

In the days leading up to your surgery it's no problem at all. But before surgery make sure you take a shower, wash your face, and don't put any face/eyelid/eyelash makeup on and certainly no moisturizers on the face or anywhere near your eyes. No perfume or extremely fragrant body sprays either (these have a theoretical effect on the output of the laser, although the data on this is not very clear). Use artificial tears a couple times per day leading up to surgery to make sure the corneas are nice and lubricated! good luck!
-Lee Katzman MD

Jay Bansal, MD · Answer

You may wear make up and lotion the days leading up to procedure. However, I would recommend staying away from products around the eye area the day of the procedure to avoid possible infections.

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