POST TREATMENT LASER FACIAL INSTRUCTIONS
Bruising, redness and/or swelling are common and will resolve in ~7-10 days.
Avoid excessive heat, saunas, steam rooms and hot showers.
PROLONGED SUN EXPOSURE IS TO BE AVOIDED FOR 4 WEEKS BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT. A physical sunblock containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide should be applied daily if you are in the sun. If further treatments are needed, a commitment to stay out of the sun is necessary. Sun exposure may cause certain complications such as severe blistering and permanent skin discoloration.
Avoid use of topical skin care products containing retin-A, retinol, glycolic acid, or salicylic acid for 1 week.
Avoid exfoliation with scrubs, exfoliants and mechanical brushes.
Makeup can be used if there is no blistering. Caution should be used when applying and removing makeup. The treated area may be delicate and should be treated with care.
Specifically for removing brown spots
Brown patches or spots will look darker and more pronounced immediately following your laser facial treatments. In 2-3 days, these brown areas become even darker and frequently feel scaly like coffee grounds on your skin. Within 1-2 weeks, these dark, scaly areas fall off and leave new, healthy skin behind. NO MATTER HOW TEMPTING, DO NOT PICK OR SCRUB THESE BROWN SPOTS—LET THEM COME OFF ON THEIR OWN!
Specifically removing redness
Avoid working out for 5 days post procedure. Working out causes blood flow. We want to make sure we give those tiny vessels an opportunity to shut down.