Upper eyelid blepharoplasty 2 weeks ago. Is it safe to put makeup on now?

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I had my upper eyelid blepharoplasty 2 weeks ago, I would like to know if it's safe to put on makeup now? I haven't had any complications.

John Bitner, MD · Answer

Usually we have patients wait until the incision is completely healed, no scabbing, crusting, flaking or peeling, prior to putting on makeup.  With that said, this process is almost always complete by the time you are two weeks out from surgery.

Brent Moelleken, MD · Answer

Make sure  to ask your surgeon what their preference is, and whether your healing is far enough along to allow makeup.Generally patients can apply makeup after 8 days in our practice.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

However, I strongly recommend calling your surgeon and asking if this is fine.  They know your eyelids best.  They will be managing any issues you have after surgery and are in the best position to answer this question.

P. Daniel Ward, MD · Answer

At two weeks after blepharoplasty, the incisions should be completely healed over. If that is the case, there is probably no reason that makeup can be worn.

Jane M. Rowley, MD · Answer

I personally let my patients apply makeup as soon as the sutures are removed.  Double check with your surgeon. Good luck, Jane

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