Scottsdale Facelift Patient with Helix Treatment
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Facelift + Necklift
About This Project

Facelift Patient 40

Post-Op Glow, Activated: How Facelift Surgery + Helix™ Treatment + Skincare Work Together

A facelift can beautifully rejuvenate the face by lifting and tightening underlying tissues—but the story doesn’t end in the operating room. The best results come when surgery is combined with advanced skin treatments and a consistent at-home skincare routine.

This post-op facelift patient is a perfect example. After her procedure, we enhanced her healing and refined her results with a Helix™ skin treatment and a custom, medical-grade skincare regimen designed specifically for recovery and long-term skin health.


Why Combining Facelift Surgery with Helix™ Skin Treatments Works So Well

After a facelift, the skin goes through a natural healing process. During this time, it’s especially responsive to targeted treatments and quality ingredients. That’s where Helix™ comes in.

Helix™ is designed to:

  • Gently resurface and refine skin texture

  • Support healthy collagen production

  • Improve tone and radiance

  • Soften the look of fine lines and mild surface irregularities

Used post-operatively (at the appropriate time recommended by your provider), Helix™ can help elevate an already beautiful surgical result—giving the skin a smoother, brighter, more youthful finish.


The Power of a Thoughtful Post-Op Skincare Regimen

Surgery and treatments set the stage, but what you do every day at home determines how your skin looks and feels long-term.

A smart post-op skincare regimen typically includes:

1. Gentle Cleanser

A non-stripping, soothing cleanser keeps the skin clean without disrupting the healing barrier.

2. Antioxidants

Serums packed with antioxidants help defend the skin from environmental damage and support brightness and clarity.

3. Hydrating Serums

Think hyaluronic acid and other humectants that help keep the skin plump, dewy, and comfortable during recovery.

4. Reparative Moisturizer

Barrier-supporting creams with ceramides, peptides, and nourishing lipids help the skin feel calm, strong, and resilient.

5. Daily SPF (Non-Negotiable)

Strict sun protection is crucial after any facial procedure. Sunscreen helps protect your investment, prevent dark spots, and support long-term collagen health.

Your exact regimen will be tailored to your skin, your procedure, and your healing timeline—but these categories form the foundation.


Why Consistency Is the Real Game-Changer

It’s not just the facelift.
It’s not just the Helix™ treatment.
It’s the daily, deliberate, consistent habits that transform your skin over time.

Small steps, repeated every day, add up to:

  • Smoother, more refined texture

  • More even tone and brightness

  • Better elasticity and firmness

  • Longer-lasting, more natural-looking results

Consistency truly is the key to overall improvement and long-term satisfaction with your facelift outcome.


Is a Facelift + Helix™ + Skincare Plan Right for You?

If you’re considering a facelift—or you’re already in the post-op phase—this combination approach can help you:

  • Heal beautifully

  • Maximize your surgical investment

  • Maintain a youthful, healthy glow for years to come

Our team will guide you through each step: from surgery to in-office treatments like Helix™, and finally to a customized home regimen that fits your lifestyle.


Ready to Talk About Your Post-Op Plan?

If you’re curious about how to optimize your facelift results with Helix™ treatments and a personalized skincare routine, we’re here to help.

📞 Call our office to schedule a consultation
📅 Or request an appointment online to build your own long-term post-op glow plan.

Your facelift is the beginning—your skin’s next chapter is where the magic really happens.