Pre and Post Treatment Care
Pixel Laser Resurfacing
What Can Be Expected:
Meticulous wound care is crucial after skin resurfacing; below are the Elite Medical Skin & Laser Center recommendations for follow-up. After your Skin Resurfacing treatment, please be aware and observe the following:
- Mild to Moderate discomfort, with red or sunburned skin for the first 12-48 hours.
- Pixel texture and skin flaking will occur for the first 3-5 days post treatment.
- Full recovery in 5-7 days.
- On day 4 if skin is no longer irritated, you may start wearing light makeup… apply mineral makeup only.
- On day 5 you may gently exfoliate.
- Downtime is decreased with subsequent treatments.
Instructions:
Be certain to adhere to the following post-treatment instructions:
- Clean area with 1 TBSP Vinegar to 1 Cup of Water (can keep in refrigerator for comfort).
- Apply Aquaphor after treatment and as needed (skin should look shiny).
SPF is VERY important post treatment. EltaMD Post-Procedure SPF is recommended & can be put on the day after.