What is the usual recovery time for a Brazilian Butt Lift?

The recovery period for a Brazilian butt lift is about 10-14 days. I typically keep the patient overnight for observation. There is a lot of fluid shift from the liposuction performed and the fluid injected prior to surgery. In addition, if properly done, this is a surgery that takes between 4-6 hrs depending on the projection of the butt that the patient wants.

1.     Do not seat for about 2 weeks. This is very important because prolonged sitting will damage the fat. The fat behaves as a graft (no blood supply) during the first few weeks. Once the fat develops its own blood supply, then, sitting will be recommended.
2. Walk and stretch your legs. You need to move, move, move… This will help  decrease the risk of developing clots.
3. Take ibuprofen 400mg by mouth every 6 hrs around the clock.
4. Do buttock stretching exercises. This will help you recover faster.
5.  Wear your girdle at all times. You can remove it to take a shower;  then, wear the girdle again.
6.  Record the drain output. You will have a drain on your lower back to remove all the fluid that is accumulated. This will give better results.
7. After 2 weeks of sitting, use a cigar shape cushion when sitting. This will bump your buttock and avoid excessive pressure.
8. From the first day after surgery, take water pills for three consecutive days. Your body will be swollen all over because of the fluid shift. This will help getting rid of your swelling.
9. Wear a compression stocking net the first day after surgery to help prevent clots.
10. Drink plenty of fluid; do not get dehydrated.
11. Take clyndamycin for 7 days. This will help decrease the chances of infections.

The recovery time for a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) typically spans 4 to 6 weeks. Most patients can return to work after 1 to 2 weeks, but they must avoid sitting directly on their buttocks for at least 2 weeks to ensure the fat grafts survive and integrate properly. During this period, patients are often advised to use a special cushion or sleep on their side or stomach. Swelling and bruising are common during the initial weeks, but these symptoms gradually subside.
After the first two weeks, light activities like walking can generally be resumed, while more strenuous exercises should be avoided for up to 6 weeks to allow for proper healing. Wearing a compression garment is usually recommended throughout the recovery period to help reduce swelling and support the treated areas. It’s important to follow your surgeon's specific post-operative instructions to ensure the best results and minimize complications. Full results may take 3 to 6 months to fully manifest as swelling continues to decrease.
Krishna Vyas, MD, PhD, MHSHarvard, Hopkins, & Mayo Clinic Trained Aesthetic Plastic SurgeonNew York, New York

Recovery time for a BBL is as follows: normal activity - 2 weeksbegin sitting for a few minutes at a time - 3 weeksfull time sitting and strenuous exercise - 6 weeks