360 Lipo + BBL Recovery Timeline in Los Angeles (2025)
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What Is 360 Lipo With BBL?
Your surgeon removes fat circumferentially—abdomen, flanks, waist, lower back—then grafts the purified fat into the buttocks for a snatched waist-to-hip ratio. Because both front and back are treated, LA patients can expect a more intense recovery than with standalone BBL or liposuction.
Week-by-Week Healing Roadmap
| Stage | What You’ll Feel | LA-Specific Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Days 1-3 | Soreness, leaking incisions, drains | Book a rideshare—parking garages on Sunset are steep on day 1. |
| Days 4-7 | Walking easier, bruising turns yellow | Hydrate—dry Santa Ana winds dehydrate grafts fast. |
| Week 2 | Drains out, switch to Stage 2 faja | Start manual lymphatic massage (see studios below). |
| Weeks 3-4 | Swelling ↓ 50 %, light desk work ok | Sunrise walks on Venice Boardwalk before temps spike. |
| Weeks 5-6 | 75 % swelling gone, light gym | Avoid spin class—direct pressure crushes grafts. |
| Month 3+ | Final contour sets | Schedule after-photos and closet overhaul. |
*External references: ASPS fat-transfer safety | RealSelf BBL recovery timeline *
Compression & Garments
- Stage 1 faja + foams 23/7 for first 7 days
- Stage 2 waist trainer 16 hrs/day through week 6
- Wash daily—LA smog + sweat clog fabric pores and trap bacteria
Sitting, Sleeping & Daily Moves
No direct butt pressure for 3 weeks. Use a BBL pillow at work and in the car. Sleep prone or side-lying with pillows behind the hips. Short walks every two hours lower clot risk.
When Will You See Results?
- 30 days: Waistline shape visible, butt still swollen
- 60 days: 80 % of swelling gone; start light weights
- 90 days: Final fat-retention settles—what you see now is (mostly) what you keep
Best Post-Op Massage Studios in LA
| Studio | Price | Neighborhood |
|---|---|---|
| Sculpted by Sol | $120 | West Hollywood |
| Lymph Love | $110 | Koreatown |
| Reset Body Lab | $95 (pkg of 4) | Sherman Oaks |
Choosing an LA Surgeon Focused on Recovery
Look for:
- ✅ ABPS board-certification (verify on PlasticSurgery.org)
- ✅ Dedicated recovery protocols—garment fitting, massage referrals, 24-hr hotline
- ✅ Before/after gallery featuring 360 lipo + BBL specifically
Related AM Blog Reads
- BBL Cost & Safety in Los Angeles – pricing + surgeon checklist
- Understanding BBL Risk in 2025 – national safety trends
- Safe BBL Miami Guide – graft-survival tips that apply everywhere
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