I am scheduled for Tummy Tuck with Lipo on the 31st of this month. Can I color my hair this week, 6 days prior to surgery?

I see the reason that you can't go to your stylist and have your hair styled and colored. This should not affect your surgery or your outcome. If you have any doubts please ask your operating surgeon.

You can dye your hair. It won't affect surgery.You may look great with the new you. 

Yes, you may color your hair without an issue.You may just notice that the color will go away faster.Dr. Cardenas

There are no contraindications (reasons you cannot) to coloring your hair before surgery.Good luck.Dr. Taranow, NYC

I can't see why not! If your surgeon is a board certified plastic surgeon with a ton of experience with tummy tucks, listen to her or his advice and go forward towards a new you. The hair color issue is just an indicator that you are ready for a change, good luck.

Thank you for your question.  Hair coloring is only a concern around surgery if you are having facial procedures.  The chemicals used for hair coloring can be caustic and impair wound healing.  A general rule of thumb is to color your hair rather week before surgery and no earlier than three weeks after facial surgery as long as you are healing normally.  This is helpful because most friends and co-workers will only notice your new cut and hair color and not the surgical change.  They attribute the change in appearance to your hair and not your face.  It is a useful technique to use when re-entering social situations after facial surgery.  There is no impact on anesthesia and healing with hair coloring and body contouring surgery, but is is a good idea to also use this camouflage technique upon return to work or activities.  It will improve your self confidence and improve your look!  Best wishes!  Color on!

It shouldn't interfere with your surgery. Enjoy the new hair color and good luck with your surgery. If you have further questions about pre or post-operative activities and instructions, ask your plastic surgeon and follow all of her or his directions.Robert Singer, MD  FACSLa Jolla, California

you changing your hair color a week before surgery should be perfectly fine.good luck with your new hair and new body:)david berman md