I had a mole removed yesterday when can I wear make up as I'm going back to work tomorrow?

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My moles seem to have skin over top of them already I've been washing my face 3 to 4 times a day and constantly putting neosporin and Vaseline on them. Can I wear liquid make up or concealer on them yet?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest speaking to your physician, typically make up is started after the scabs have come off.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Nawal Jha, MBBS · Answer

If it was a Laser removal procedure, I would recommend you to avoid make-up for at least 48 hours. However, I would also strongly recommend you to give a quick call to your doctor to confirm this. At this point of time, he/she is the best person to advice you depending on the treated area type of procedure followed.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

As long as the site is clean and free of crusts or goop, you can wear makeup. I usually recommend about 48 hours after a removal, but it really depends on the size that was removed and the way it was done. You can always call the doctor's office that treated you - they'd be the best ones to let you know how to take care of it since they know exactly what was done. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot 
be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person 
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

I had a mole removed yesterday when can I wear make up as I'm going back to work tomorrow?

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