Co2 Laser Aftercare

It involves using lasers to help improve skin texture and appearance.

Co2 laser aftercare.

Laser treatment works by removing the outer layer of the skin. If you are spray tanned plase exfoliate to help remove the tanning product in the treatment area. Hold the ice pack on the treated area for 15 minutes. Cleansing the face twice a day gently using warm water helps remove the flaking old treated skin which will continue to fall off for 5 to 7 days.

We generally begin the post laser skin care 4 6 weeks after the laser procedure. If you have been using retin a obagi or other skin care products before your laser you need to stop them until your healing is complete. Post operative co2 laser resurfacing instructions. Co2 laser treatment or fractional lasers surpass at treating the deep wrinkles blotchiness of skin acne scars traumatic facial scars warts or moles etc.

Laser skin resurfacing is a type of skin care procedure performed by a dermatologist or physician. It is provided only as a service. The content of this website is intended to be general information. In fractional co2 laser treatment co2 laser beam fractionates or pixellates into the thousands of tiny little shafts of light.

Depending on your individual. Wear a broad spectrum sunscreen of at least spf 30 to protect your skin. We like to have all patients on retin a and skin care products before and after their skin resurfacing. Skin care after co2 laser treatment once your co 2 laser treatment is done your nurse will give you an ice pack to cover the treated area.

Usually about five days to a week after laser skin resurfacing your skin will become dry and peel. Results will vary by person and are based upon the patient the procedure and the compliance with the aftercare program. A medicated cream similar to vaseline is also prescribed for co2 laser patients because it forms a protective barrier for the face as the new skin cells heal. This will help reduce swelling and make you more comfortable.