How soon after LASIK can I safely wear eye makeup, apply face lotion, and wash my face?

You may wash your face, apply lotions to your face but should avoid any eye make-up for one week after LASIK.  It is important to make sure that your brushes are cleaned and you change your mascara frequently.  After one week, take your make up off gingerly with a solution so you do not rub your eyes.

In my office we recommend waiting about one week after laser vision correction before wearing eyeliner or mascara. Washing your face or putting moisturizing lotion on can be done within a day of surgery, provided you are careful about rubbing your eyes. I have never had a patient who affected their procedure by applying makeup, however, I am realistic that it could happen.....so, be careful!