Can I do massage after laser?
Care should be taken to prevent trauma to the treated area for the first four or five days following treatment: no hot bath, no aerobic exercise, massage, etc. Patients should use high factor (30–50 SPF) sunblock and protect the treated area from exposure to sunlight for at least one month following treatment.
How do I take care of my skin after laser resurfacing?
Here are five important tips for taking care of your skin after laser treatment:
- Clean the treated area regularly. Be sure to clean your skin two to five times a day after treatment.
- Use the right sunscreen.
- Reduce swelling and redness.
- Moisturize your treated skin.
- Avoid picking the treated area.
Should I moisturize after Fraxel?
Keep your skin moisturized, especially while it is peeling. Post Laser gel or Aquaphor Healing Ointment (available OTC) can be applied several times a day. If your skin is acne prone, use a lighter moisturizer, such as Cetaphil or Cerave.
How many days after Fraxel do you peel?
This dead skin is a normal result of laser treatment, and should start sloughing off 3 – 4 days after the treatment. Most patients complete this process 5 – 7 days after a treatment on the face. (On off-face areas, such as hands/arms, where healing is slower, the process may take up to 2 weeks.)
Can you exercise after Fraxel laser?
Sweating can irritate your skin and cause excessive itching and irritation. Also, Fraxel treatments cause puffiness, and exercising can promote even further swelling. Some experts say you can return to regular workouts 24-48 hours after your procedure while others suggest taking a week to 10 days off.
Does Fraxel tighten skin?
Fraxel Repair uses carbon dioxide laser beams, which not only minimize wrinkles and discolorations, but also have the ability to tighten skin. This is why it is a smart choice for sagging neck skin.
Why do you need a Fraxel Laser treatment?
For more severe cases, a stronger and ablative fractionated carbon dioxide laser is used. Why? It targets the skin’s epidermal, middle and deep dermal layers to produce significant changes in skin texture, tone and tightness. It does this by removing the outer layer of the skin. What Do Fraxel Lasers Treat? Fraxel lasers can treat many skin issues.
How does Fraxel dual 1550 / 1927 laser treatment work?
Fraxel DUAL 1550/1927 laser treatment targets aging and sun-damaged skin with microscopic laser columns that penetrate deep into your skin to expedite your body’s remodeling of collagen. And since the laser treats only a fraction of tissue at a time, it leaves the surrounding tissue intact, which promotes very rapid healing.
Which is better for skin, microneedling or Fraxel Laser?
For this reason, Dr. Marmur says Fraxel laser is better suited for patients with major skin issues (think: big scarring, hyperpigmentation, and texture issues), while microneedling would suffice for more mild concerns (some light acne scarring, discoloration, dark spots, etc.). How do I prepare my skin for Fraxel?
What kind of skin treatment does Fraxel 1927nm do?
Fraxel ® 1927nm wavelength is indicated for skin resurfacing including for the treatment of actinic keratosis (pre-cancerous skin lesions); treatment of pigmented lesions, such as age spots, sun spots, and freckles.