Best products after a facelift?

Thank you for your question. There are many good products on the market including those you mentioned. A great physical block sunscreen with zinc and titanium is important to protect your skin and prevent the early signs of aging. Retin A and a good antioxidant are also important. Every patient is different and requires an individualized skincare program. Your plastic surgeon may have a skincare team that can get you started on a great program. If not, find a dermatology or plastic surgical practice in your area that can assist you with your skincare needs. Stay away from medi-spas and department stores that don't have an on-site medical director. Best of luck.

Thank you for the great question! This is a frequently overlooked aspect of surgical facial rejuvenation. In my practice, we use the Obagi Nu-Derm system in most cases. I like to start the patients on this comprehensive regimen pre-op, and then continue post-op for a few months (at least). The main active ingredients are: 1) hydroquinone, which helps control pigmentation; 2) tretinoin, which helps your skin make collagen; and 3) zinc oxide, which is a physical blocking SPF. The key deciding factors will be your skin type (oily/dry), sensitivity, and degree of pigmentation. Best of luck moving forward!