Facial Surgery, Supported
Understanding Pre- & Post-Surgical Skin
Facial surgery (facelift, blepharoplasty, neck lift) places extraordinary demands on the skin. Before surgery, strong, hydrated, elastic tissue tolerates trauma better and sets the stage for smoother healing. After surgery, targeted care calms inflammation, accelerates repair, and protects fragile tissue so results appear faster and last longer.
Lifestyle & Clinical Considerations Around Surgery
Optimising recovery begins well before the procedure and continues until tissue is stable:
Nutrition & oils
Avoid inflammatory seed oils (soybean, corn, sunflower, safflower, canola, grapeseed, cottonseed) which raise oxidative stress. Prefer cold-pressed olive oil (dark glass), coconut oil, ghee, pure raw butter, and grass-fed tallow.
Hydration & electrolytes
Pair water with minerals (e.g., Celtic sea salt) to support collagen synthesis, circulation, and tissue repair.
Environmental load
Reduce exposure to harsh detergents, petrochemical skincare, plastics/aluminium cookware, and polluted air during the healing window.
Nervous system & sleep
Rest, nature, laughter, and uplifting company help counter cortisol and support regenerative chemistry before and after surgery.
Lifestyle habits
Pause smoking, alcohol, and late-night stimulants; change pillowcases/towels daily; avoid picking, scrubbing, or heat (sun/sauna) until cleared by your surgeon.
Medication guidance
Follow your surgeon’s protocol. Some medications (e.g., corticosteroids, blood thinners) influence healing dynamics and must be managed professionally.
How Matriskin Products Support Surgical Recovery
Matriskin’s biotechnology-led system prepares skin before surgery and restores it after — strengthening structure, calming inflammation, and shielding fragile tissue.
Key strategies
- Tissue reinforcement (pre-op) — Collagen M/P Serum and TR/5 Cream support fibroblasts and adipocytes to improve elasticity and density.
- Barrier rebuilding — RL/3 Serum and RL/3 Cream replenish essential lipids and ceramide precursors to reduce TEWL and increase comfort.
- Second-skin protection — CR/7 Cream applies a breathable Biosaccharide Gum-4 veil to defend healing areas from friction and pollutants.
- Cellular regeneration — Power Defense Serum delivers peptides, growth factors, and marine antioxidants to accelerate recovery.
- Progressive rejuvenation — High Performance Cream re-enters in later stages to maintain smoothness, hydration, and resilience.
Note: All formulas are fragrance-free, non-photosensitising, and suitable for day-or-night use as directed by your clinician.
Collagen M/P Serum
Pre-Op Strength — Firmness & Elasticity
- Marine collagen and peptides support structural integrity ahead of surgery.
- Improves tone and texture to prime tissue for optimal healing.
- Layers easily under creams without heaviness.
TR/5 Cream
Volume Support — Elasticity & Cushion
- Voluform® (palmitoyl isoleucine) targets volume loss and suppleness.
- Deep hydration enhances comfort pre- and post-operatively (when cleared).
- Ideal for areas prone to thinning.
RL/3 Serum
Barrier Rebuild — Lipid & Ceramide Support
- Replenishes essential fatty acids and ceramide precursors.
- Stabilises compromised skin and reduces reactivity.
- Helps limit moisture loss during recovery.
RL/3 Cream
Soothing Hydration — Daily Comfort
- Niacinamide and vitamin E calm visible redness and irritation.
- Provides sustained moisture for fragile, sensitised skin.
- Keeps the surface comfortable while deeper repair continues.
CR/7 Cream
Protective Recovery — “Second-Skin” Shield
- Biosaccharide Gum-4 forms a breathable protective film over healing areas.
- D-panthenol and hydrators relieve heat and tightness.
- Ideal immediately post-procedure per clinician guidance.
Power Defense Serum
Regenerative Defense — Peptides & Growth Factors
- Supports collagen renewal and strengthens newly formed tissue.
- Marine antioxidants help counter oxidative stress.
- Layers under creams to sustain repair benefits.
High Performance Cream
Later-Stage Renewal — Lightweight Peptide Care
- Peptides, HA, and biosaccharides refine texture and luminosity.
- Reintroduced once skin stabilises to maintain results.
- Comfortable in all routines and climates.
