Cosmetic surgery in summer: yes or no?
Summer, the hottest season of the year, is often associated with the idea that cosmetic surgery should be avoided entirely. Yet this is a myth to be dispelled: there is no scientific evidence suggesting that aesthetic procedures are contraindicated during the summer months.
Of course, each case and each procedure must be evaluated individually through consultation with one’s specialist.
Considering the postoperative period as well, summer can actually be an ideal time for many professionals and managers who finally have enough time and peace of mind to undergo rejuvenation procedures without work-related stress.
Despite humidity and high temperatures, cosmetic surgery is absolutely possible in July and August, taking advantage of holiday periods to ensure a smoother recovery and avoid returning to work with visible scars.
Most facial procedures can be safely performed year-round, including summer: rhinoplasty, otoplasty and other facial surgeries are allowed with simple precautions.
It is worth noting that one of the countries with the highest number of cosmetic surgeries—Brazil—has hot, sunny weather all year long. This confirms that, with proper care, summer procedures pose no particular risks.
Botox and fillers can also be performed without major issues. They help improve facial harmony and skin tone; the only precaution is to delay sun exposure for a few weeks.
More caution is needed with blepharoplasty: although not forbidden in summer, it is often recommended to postpone it until early autumn, since swelling and bruising may resolve more slowly in hot weather.
For body procedures, breast lifts and augmentations can be safely performed in summer thanks to modern, minimally invasive techniques that reduce recovery time. However, high sun protection and careful shielding of scars are essential.
Liposuction and gynecomastia surgery are better suited to cooler months, as the compression garments required after surgery may be uncomfortable in the heat, and sweating can compromise proper wound healing.
Finally, some general summer wellness rules always apply: avoid the sun during peak hours, hydrate the skin generously, drink plenty of water and always apply high-SPF sunscreen, especially on scars.
by Maria Serena Patriarca
