Do's And Don'ts: How to Prepare For Laser Skin Resurfacing | Être Cosmetic Dermatology & Laser Center (2024)

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Do's And Don'ts: How to Prepare For Laser Skin Resurfacing | Être Cosmetic Dermatology & Laser Center? ›

Avoid tanning or heavy sun exposure and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily for four weeks before to treatment. Avoid deep facial peel procedures for four weeks before treatment (for example, strong chemical peels, laser resurfacing, dermabrasion).

Avoid tanning or heavy sun exposure and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen daily for four weeks before to treatment. Avoid deep facial peel procedures for four weeks before treatment (for example, strong chemical peels, laser resurfacing, dermabrasion).

Laser treatment cannot be performed on sunburned or recently tanned skin, so be sure to take at least two weeks off from soaking up the sun before your laser appointment. Your skin will be particularly sensitive after treatments, so lather on SPF between your appointments and avoid the sun.

Clean the treated areas two to five times a day with saline or a diluted vinegar solution as directed by your plastic surgeon. Apply protective skin care treatments that are recommended by your doctor to help your skin heal.

Avoid make-up on the treated area for at least 48 hours. Avoid the application of perfumed products or bleaching creams for 48 hours. Avoid scratching the treatment area if blistering or crusting occurs, as this can cause scarring. Avoid waxing, tweezing and threading for the complete duration of the treatment course.

Laser treatments usually result in visibly tighter skin while improving pigmentation and wrinkles in the treated area. Regardless of your skin type, the skin usually heals with an improved texture after resurfacing treatments. Usually, your face looks younger, tighter, and smoother.

New skin usually covers the area in one or two weeks and full recovery takes at least a month. During this time do not use products that may irritate your face, such as cosmetics. And avoid situations that increase your risk of infection, such as public whirlpools. Always use sun protection following laser resurfacing.

Keeping your face well hydrated after receiving laser skin resurfacing can help alleviate this with the use of doctor-approved moisturizing creams or lotions. Hydrating your skin will not only allow your skin to be more elastic and heal faster but also offers a degree of comfort as you contract facial muscles.

Follow Pre-Treatment Guidelines

Leading up to your first session, adhere to pre-treatment guidelines provided by your clinic. At Laser Clinics United Kingdom, we advise our clients to shave the treatment area 12-24 hours before their session, avoid sun exposure or tanning, and refraining from waxing or plucking.

The downtime after laser treatment usually depends on the type of procedure and how far the light goes into the skin. Most people will experience some redness, swelling, or stinging on the face. An ice pack or cool wet cloth can be applied on the skin to relieve these side effects.

What is the best moisturizer after laser treatment? ›

The best moisturizer on the market today for post treatment care is Oxygenetix Oxygenating Hydro-Matrix. Specifically designed to be used after laser procedures, Hydro-Matrix is safe for compromised skin up to a third degree burn.

Avoid alcohol, caffeine, cigarettes, high-sodium foods, high sugar foods, Niacin supplements, refined carbohydrates, and spicy foods for 48 hours after treatment.

BRUISING AND SWELLING: Redness and oozing will be most noticeable on days 2-3. Swelling should be at a maximum on days 2 to 4 and start to decrease after this. You may also have some bruising. This is normal and should resolve over 7-10 days.

For most patients, laser skin resurfacing is not painful or causes very little pain that is manageable. Some people describe the feeling during a laser procedure as a stinging sensation or the feeling of a rubber band being pulled taut and snapped across the skin.

Avoid lotions, oils, and deodorants prior to treatment. Arrive to your appointment with clean, dry skin. Moisturizers, creams, lotions, or oils can prevent the laser from accessing the root, as can sweat or other debris. If you are treating your underarms, avoid wearing deodorant until after your appointment.

Check with your provider for further instructions regarding your specific laser treatment. The following supplements should be discontinued 7 days prior to treatment: gingko, ginseng, garlic, fish oil, vitamin E, and iron.

Before Your Laser Treatment

Avoid any irritants or sensitizing agents (such as retinol, tretinoin, glycolic or, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, astringents and Vitamin C) 7 days before treatment. If your skin is irritated please contact our office at least 24 hours prior to your appointment to reschedule.