10/06/2026
Most people think the hardest part of cosmetic surgery is the procedure itself, but scar healing usually comes down to simple sunlight.
Fresh incisions hate UV exposure. Sun makes new tissue pigment darker and take longer to flatten out. Cooler weather changes that equation completely. High collars, long sleeves, and shorter daylight hours protect healing skin without any extra effort.
Dr. O'Grady spends considerable time going over post-procedure care during initial consultations because quiet, covered downtime makes all the difference in how clean a scar settles.
When you think about scheduling downtime for personal care, do you prefer bundling up in cooler weather or waiting until spring?