Aftercare Made Simple: What Recovery Looks Like After Formsculpt® Liposuction at BodyLuxe
October 22, 2025
Worried that post‑liposuction care means weeks of downtime, pricey recovery houses, and a long list of add‑ons? Take a breath. At BodyLuxe® by Dr. Daniel J. Farrugia, Formsculpt® liposuction (and our fat‑transfer procedures) are designed to be one‑and‑done, awake, and straightforward to recover from—with minimal aftercare and no mandatory extra costs. We provide your compression garment for the first month, provide a BBL pillow for your Brazilian butt lift (or support bra for breast fat transfer) procedures, we keep your instructions simple, and we get you back to your usual activities within a few days for most patients.
Below is a clear, no‑nonsense guide to what aftercare really looks like with us: what you’ll do, what you won’t need to do, and how to move confidently through each phase of recovery.
Awake (tumescent) technique. Because we perform Formsculpt® liposuction awake—not under general anesthesia—you avoid the grogginess, severe nausea, and longer initial recovery often associated with being “put under.” You’re up and walking the same day, which helps circulation and comfort. That alone speeds the whole process besides being a much safer option than traditional lipo under general anesthesia.
Tiny entry points, precise fat removal. Formsculpt® focuses on sculpting with micro‑cannulas through small entry points. That means fewer, smaller sites to care for..
No expensive add‑ons required. You do not need a recovery house. You do not need to spend hundreds on fancy gadgets or creams. Lymphatic massage is optional—helpful for early swelling and tenderness in the first two weeks if you want it, but it doesn’t change your final result. There is no reason to spend $1,200 on a “mandatory massage package” unless you genuinely want to.
We provide the garment. Your first‑month compression garment is included. We’ll fit it right at the end of your procedure and show you exactly how to put it on and off. No last‑minute shopping carts, no guesswork.
Think of recovery in simple stages. The details below apply to FormSculpt® liposuction; special notes for fat transfer are in the next section.
Walk, hydrate, snack. You’ll leave our office awake and steady on your feet. Plan on light walking when you get home, small meals, and plenty of fluids.
Compression on. We place your garment before you leave. Keep it on as directed; it supports comfort and helps manage swelling.
Expect light drainage. Red fluid from tiny entry sites is normal for the first 24 hours. A simple absorbent pad inside your garment is all you need. No complicated dressing changes required.
Pain control is straightforward. Most patients do not need any strong pain medications beyond the first day. Most patients do well with over‑the‑counter options beyond the first day. Avoid driving while using strong pain medications.
Rest, but keep moving. Short, frequent walks around your home are encouraged. Skip the gym that week; your only “workout” is walking and deep, relaxed breathing.
Shower when we say “go.” We’ll tell you exactly when you can shower (typically at the 48 hour mark). Let water run over the sites; pat dry. No scrubbing or soaking.
Garment stays on. Keep wearing the garment as instructed—usually 24/7 except for quick showers. It should feel snug, never painful.
Light activity returns. Desk work or laptop time from the couch is fine. Many patients feel ready to answer emails or run a brief errand.
Bruising and swelling peak. That’s normal now, not a setback. Gentle walking and hydration help.
Back to routine (light). Most people return to work and school routines now, especially if it’s not a physically demanding job. Keep intensity low.
Continue the garment. It’s the simplest “medicine” for comfort and early shaping.
Optional lymphatic massage. If you like the idea of a few gentle sessions to reduce early puffiness or sensitivity, go for it—but know the end result will be the same with or without them. If you skip them, you’re not “missing out.”
Listen to your body. You should feel a little tighter or sore like a workout—not sharp, escalating pain. If something doesn’t feel right, call us.
Activity ramps up. You can add low‑impact exercise as tolerated (walking, stationary bike, light upper‑body work if it wasn’t treated). Avoid heavy lifting, sprints, or high‑impact classes if you had a fat transfer procedure.
Garment remains your default. You’re still wearing it most of the day. Many patients notice a satisfying “deflate” in swelling around week 3.
Travel is OK. Car rides and flights are fine; stand up and stretch periodically.
Skin sensation quirks are normal. Tingling or temporary numb patches can happen as nerves wake up. These fade gradually.
Garment wean. Many of our clients switch to daytime only or evenings for comfort.
Workouts normalize. Most patients are back to their usual fitness routine by the end of this window, with common‑sense progressions.
Scar care is simple. Tiny entry points typically heal to faint mark or disappear. You should start applying scar tape or scar cream to the entry sites. Use a bland moisturizer to the rest of the treated areas and apply daily sunscreen over exposed areas. You don’t need pricey serums.
Swelling continues to refine. While you look better early, the polish keeps improving up to 3–6 months as tissues settle.
Results are yours to keep. Maintain stable weight and healthy habits to enjoy your new contours long‑term.
Whether transferring fat to the breasts or buttocks, the two big principles are protect the graft and avoid pressure—without buying fancy “recovery toy.”
No massages over the grafted area. We compress the harvested area (where fat came from) but not the area that received fat. We’ll show you exactly what this looks like with your garment.
Avoid pressure on the transferred fat cells. For example, lie on your stomach if buttocks were grafted; lie on your back if you had fat transferred tot the breasts. Do not sleep on your sides with either procedures, it will compress the side of the buttocks or breasts. Do not sit on your buttocks for at least 3 weeks and instead use the BBL pillow we provide to sit on your upper thighs rather than directly on your buttocks.
Frequent gentle walks. Movement aids circulation without stressing the graft. Think “stroll,” not “power walk.”
No gadgets required. Elaborate braces, and pricey “post‑op kits” are not mandatory.
No recovery house. You go home the same day. Arrange a friend or family member to drive and check in with you, and you’re set. If you’re from out of state, you can choose to stay one or two nights in one of the many hotels within a block of our office on Michigan Avenue. Prices vary from affordable to luxury.
No $1,200 massage package. Lymphatic massage is optional. Helpful for early swelling? Yes. Changes the final result? No. Choose it only if it fits your comfort and budget.
No drawer full of expensive products. A basic moisturizer, and sunscreen are the essentials. Save your money.
No complicated wound care. Tiny entry points, adhesive strips, and your garment—that’s the routine.
Everything here is either included or already in your home:
BodyLuxe garment (provided). Worn most of the day for the first month. We provide one garment for each area at no cost.
Loose, front‑opening clothing. Makes bathroom breaks and garment changes easy.
Pillows and towels. For sitting/sleeping support and to protect sheets from light drainage the first night or two.
Water bottle + light snacks. Hydration and small meals keep energy up.
Over‑the‑counter pain relief (as approved by our team).
Sunscreen (SPF 30+ if entry points might see sun).
That’s it. No splurges, no subscriptions, no bulk orders.
Pain: Most patients describe FormSculpt® recovery as “post‑workout soreness.” The tumescent (local anesthetic) we use does a lot of the heavy lifting for comfort. We do prescribe something stronger, but it’s usually only required for a short window. Most clients switch to Tylenol and/or ibuprofen within a day of the procedure.
Swelling: Normal and expected. The garment and gentle walking are your best friends. Swelling peaks by the end of week 1 and steadily softens after.
Bruising: Varies by person and area. Typically fades within 1–2 weeks. Arnica tablets help.
Desk work: Often 1–3 days after liposuction, depending on the area treated and your comfort.
Driving: Once you’re off prescription pain meds and can move comfortably enough to brake quickly and safely.
Light exercise: Gentle walking right away; low‑impact cardio within a week for most; more vigorous work after 2–4 weeks, unless you did a fat transfer procedure, in which case we do not recommend any high intensity workouts until after 6 weeks.
Travel: Usually fine after a few days. Stretch and walk periodically.
Social plans: Many patients feel “camera‑ready” by the end of week 1; choose darker or looser clothing while bruising settles.
You’ll see aggressive marketing around “mandatory” post‑lipo massage bundles. At BodyLuxe, our stance is simple:
Optional comfort tool. A few gentle lymphatic sessions can reduce early tightness and swelling, making the first couple of weeks feel smoother.
No impact on the final look. Whether you do massages or not, your final contour is the same.
No pressure to package. If you want two or three sessions, great. If you’d rather skip them, also great. Your recovery is not a subscription.
Keep moving, don’t overdo. Short, frequent walks beat strenuous workouts in week 1.
Keep sites clean and dry. You can shower after 2 days; no baths, hot tubs, saunas, or pools until 2 weeks after the procedure.
Skip nicotine and limit alcohol. Both can impair healing.
Hold off on blood‑thinning supplements. If you take any (fish oil, high‑dose vitamin E, certain herbs), follow our pre‑ and post‑op instructions.
Protect from the sun. UV darkens healing marks; sunscreen is your friend.
While problems are uncommon, contact us immediately for:
Sudden, worsening pain not relieved by medication
One‑sided swelling that’s rapidly enlarging
Shortness of breath or chest pain
Fever/chills beyond the first day
Foul drainage or redness spreading away from an entry point
Any concern that makes you uneasy—you’ll never bother us by checking in
We build follow‑up into your care; you won’t pay for postoperative appointments or to ask questions. You’ll have direct instructions for reaching Dr Farrugia.
No general anesthesia → faster, clearer recovery the first 24–48 hours
Smaller entry points → simpler site care, less bruising for many patients
Purpose‑built sculpting → less tissue trauma, more comfortable walk‑backs to normal life
Lean, honest aftercare → garment provided, guidance included, no required extras
Put plainly: with FormSculpt® at BodyLuxe, downtime is measured in days, not weeks, for the typical patient and treatment area.
No. We provide the first‑month garment. Beyond that, common household items (pillows, towels) and basic skincare are enough.
No. Arrange a ride and a capable adult to stay nearby the first evening. Home is the best recovery “house.” For our many out-of-state clients, you can stay in a nearby hotel for a day or two. Read about our Fly-In program.
For standard FormSculpt® cases and fat transfer procedures, no. If your plan is unique, we’ll tell you in advance and give easy instructions.
Plan on the first month consistently. You can wash the garment briefly while you take a shower.
You’ll avoid pressure on the transferred area for the initial period we specify. There are sitting/sleeping position restrictions that we have summarized above.
You’ll still get the same final result. Some patients simply feel less “puffy” sooner if they opt for a few gentle sessions.
FormSculpt® liposuction and fat transfer at BodyLuxe are built around a simple promise: precise results with minimal, commonsense aftercare. No recovery houses. No obligatory $1,200 massage packages. No shopping list of products. We provide your garment, we give you clear instructions, and for most patients, you’re back to regular life within a few days—with results that refine beautifully over the next few weeks and months.
If you’re ready for a one‑and‑done approach with minimal downtime, schedule your private complimentary consultation with Dr. Daniel J. Farrugia. You can also choose a virtual video consultation. We’ll map a plan that fits your goals, your calendar, and your lifestyle—and we’ll keep recovery just as it should be: straightforward, low‑stress, and effective.
This article is educational and reflects our typical protocols for healthy adults undergoing Formsculpt® liposuction or fat transfer at BodyLuxe. We personalize recommendations for each patient’s health status and treatment plan. Always follow the specific instructions we provide for you.
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