Do you ever wish you could turn back time for your skin? Laser Skin Resurfacing has been around for quite a while and has continuously been gaining popularity. If you are still not familiar with what laser skin resurfacing is, you can check out our blog on \u201cAll You Need to Know about Laser Skin Resurfacing\u201d. But if you have some idea about laser skin resurfacing and recognize that it\u2019s the right procedure for you, you might still be wondering\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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\u201cWhat\u2019s going to happen after I get LSR?\u201d <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHow do I take care of myself afterward?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHow long do I need to wait before starting the next session?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s find out the answers to your questions together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After undergoing the laser skin resurfacing procedure, you might be wondering what happens afterward, and what\u2019s the right thing you should be doing. Let us break it down for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
When?<\/th>
What\u2019s going to happen?<\/th>
What must I do?<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Right after<\/td>
The doctor will apply a bandage on the treated skin.<\/td>
\u2013 Do not touch your face \u2013 Avoid sun exposure \u2013 Do not wash your face with water<\/td><\/tr>
24 \u2013 48 hours after<\/td>
Redness and swelling may occur<\/td>
\u2013 Clean your skin 4-5 times\/day with saline or diluted vinegar. \u2013 Apply a cold pack as required. \u2013 Elevate your head while sleeping to reduce swelling.<\/td><\/tr>
12 \u2013 72 hours <\/td>
Itching or stinging<\/td>
\u2013 Keep the skin moisturized by applying ointment\/petroleum jelly as provided by the skin resurfacing clinic.<\/td><\/tr>
5 \u2013 7 days <\/td>
Skin will dry and peel<\/td>
\u2013 Do not pick\/scratch your skin or it may cause permanent scars.<\/td><\/tr>
10 \u2013 21 days<\/td>
Skin will heal but some redness may be visible.<\/td>
\u2013 Use oil-free cosmetics to reduce redness.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Source: Begum and Dunkin (2023); American Society of Plastic Surgeons (n.d.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Usually, patients describe the side effects of laser skin resurfacing treatment as a light sunburn. One of the perks is that you might observe brighter skin after LSR. However, this skin bonus comes along with increased risks of hyperpigmentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Now, this cannot be stressed enough, but one of the most important steps to follow after skin resurfacing is to use sunscreenwith at least a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30. It would be best if you could find one for sensitive skin as well. Following this step every single day is crucial because it will help protect your skin from ultraviolet rays (UVA and UVB) while you are spending time outside. According to a scientific study, using broad- spectrum sunscreen post-LSR procedure can significantly reduce the occurrence of hyperpigmentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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