Tips for Protecting Your Skin After Laser Skin Resurfacing

Science fiction films are no longer the only domain for laser weapons that annihilate their foes. Now, laser skin resurfacing treatments are banishing enemies of the skin, including fine lines, acne scarring, and more.

Laser resurfacing treatments are wildly popular minimally invasive skin rejuvenation treatments. They’re great for people seeking younger, brighter, and more supple skin. 

At Serenity Medical Spa, Dr. Sharon Gertzman offers patients the best in laser resurfacing treatments. Though they are amazingly effective, you can expect mild post-treatment side effects. With proper care, however, you can minimize them, increase your comfort, and pamper your skin so they resolve quickly and your results are stunning.

The miracle of laser skin resurfacing

First, let’s discuss what makes laser skin resurfacing treatments revolutionary. They work by breaking down your skin’s outer layer (epidermis) and heating the skin underneath, which stimulates collagen production. Collagen is the protein that makes your skin resilient and firm. 

These powerful treatments successfully address a diverse array of skin challenges, including:

• Sun damage like dark spots (hyperpigmentation)
• Acne scarring
• Uneven or rough skin texture
• Acne scarring 
• Sagging, loose skin
• Enlarged pores
• Fine lines and wrinkles

Dr. Gertzman is intentional about which treatments she offers. She uses only the most advanced methods that deliver stunning results. 

At Serenity Medical Spa, you can take advantage of laser resurfacing treatments like:

• Sciton® Profile Laser MicroLaserPeel™ addresses a wide range of problems
• PicoSure treatment is ideal for addressing acne scarring
• CoolPeel laser treatment corrects tone issues, smooths wrinkles, and more
• Profractional laser resurfacing treats deeper wrinkles, scarring, and discoloration

These treatments are unquestionably worth it because the results are unparalleled, but it’s important to care for your skin correctly during healing to ensure those results. The length of this period depends on which treatment you receive, but it can be anywhere from a matter of hours to around 10 days. 

How to care for your skin after laser skin resurfacing treatment

The key word here is “gentle.” Laser skin resurfacing treatments can cause tenderness, redness, itching, and a bit of swelling. Depending on your treatment, you may also experience a crusting of your skin as the top layer sheds.

You want to pamper your skin as it heals from laser resurfacing treatments. The overall recommendation is to protect your delicate, transforming skin. If you follow these guidelines, your healing process will go well:

• Avoid the sun, but if you must go out, use abundant sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or over 
• Only use soft washcloths when you gently clean your face
• Applying gentle moisturizer helps as your new top layer of skin grows
• Elevating your head while you sleep by using another pillow can help with healing
• An ice pack can ease swelling
• Leave your skin alone — no touching or picking
• Refrain from smoking, as it interferes with the healing process and irritates the skin
• Take a break from exercise during your healing time
• Take advantage of using the gentle products we offer here at Serenity

Following this advice, you can optimize the healing process as you recover from laser skin resurfacing treatment and maximize your final, beautiful results. After your recovery, prepare for a slew of compliments as your smooth, dewy, and bright skin makes its debut.

Call our Pennington, New Jersey office at 609-891-3188 to schedule your laser skin resurfacing consultation or procedure. You may also schedule an appointment with us online.