As the chill of winter sets in, it brings along a unique opportunity to embark on a journey of self-improvement. While the world outside slows down, our desires to enhance our appearance continue to flourish. Winter provides the ideal conditions for a variety of cosmetic procedures, as the cooler temperatures and reduced sun exposure promote faster healing and better results. In this blog, we'll explore some of the best cosmetic procedures to consider during the winter months.
Laser Skin Treatments
There's a reason fewer people get laser treatments during the summer. Between the increased UV exposure, more sweating, and an overall desire to spend more time outdoors being active, it makes for a difficult recovery during summer. Winter is the perfect time to undergo laser skin treatments like laser hair removal, laser skin resurfacing, and laser scar revision. With reduced sun exposure, there is a lower risk of pigmentation issues post-treatment. Additionally, the skin's natural healing process is optimized during colder months and the cooler air feels much more comfortable on your healing skin.
Chemical Peels
Similar to laser treatments, peels are excellent for addressing various skin concerns, such as fine lines, uneven texture, and hyperpigmentation because they resurface your skin in some similar ways. Winter's cooler weather allows for comfortable recovery, as the skin is less exposed to intense sunlight that could exacerbate sensitivity. This procedure can reveal a smoother, more youthful complexion by removing dead skin cells and promoting collagen production.
Lip Augmentation
Full, luscious lips are a desirable feature, and winter is an ideal time to consider lip augmentation procedures. Swelling and bruising are common side effects of such treatments, but they tend to resolve more quickly in colder weather. By the time spring arrives, you'll have beautifully enhanced lips to show off.
More Aggressive Treatments
Some of the slightly more invasive or aggressive treatments we provide are definitely more ideal during winter. Lifting treatments like threads and Ellacor are more advantageous because the lack of UV exposure makes the risk of treatment-related hyperpigmentation much lower. The treatments are already unlikely to cause pigmentation issues, but the more you can do to reduce it, the better. Also, the swelling and discomfort that can come with them from the healing process are definitely lessened by cooler air. So unless you spend a lot of your time indoors near the AC, strong lasers, peels and everything that comes with any recovery beyond a couple of days is best saved for winter.
Body Contouring
Winter is an excellent time to consider body contouring procedures like liposuction or non-invasive fat reduction. The reason is fairly straightforward—non surgical body contouring takes some time to show. The main body contouring treatments we perform are Emsculpt Neo, CoolSculpting, and Kybella. Emsculpt Neo shows muscle building results immediately, but the fat reduction portion takes about three months (same with CoolSculpting). And Kybella takes about 6-8 weeks to dissolve the fat in a treated area, so performing these treatments during the winter is the prime time to do it so you're ready by the time summer months roll around. Especially considering most of them require a series to achieve the best results, and you'll likely have to space them out.
Winter presents a unique window of opportunity to invest in your self-confidence and aesthetic goals. The cooler weather, reduced sun exposure, and the abundance of indoor activities create an optimal environment for undergoing cosmetic procedures. Whether you're considering laser treatments, chemical peels, lip augmentation, or more extensive surgeries, consulting with a qualified and experienced cosmetic surgeon is essential. Remember, each individual's needs and preferences are unique, so what may be best for one person might not suit another. Ultimately, the winter season can be your secret weapon for achieving the best possible outcomes from your chosen cosmetic procedure. Contact our office today at 561-805-9399 | info@supriyamd.com so we can help you determine which treatment is best suited for your skin this coming winter.