Are you unsure about going through a laser treatment because you do not want any post laser treatment side effects? Relax and put your heart at ease. Laser treatment is safe and simple, provided you follow the advice of your doctor, seriously and without fail.
In today’s world, no one can deny the fact that laser treatment can do wonders for your looks. It has the power to remove wrinkles from your skin. It can help you in reducing weight or quit smoking. It can even help in serious diseases like melasma or psoriasis. What ever might be the reason of taking a laser treatment, it is very important to follow the instructions given by your doctor. If you stick to the advice, you can easily realize the awesome results of a laser treatment.
Side Effects
Some post laser treatment effects that you might face are a little swelling and redness on the exposed area. You might feel some dryness over that patch of your skin as well. There is nothing to panic about. All these symptoms are quite normal. Normally, all the post laser treatment steps are very simple and easy.
Few Tips To Recover Fast
• After the laser therapy, you might experience some swelling which will last for 2 -3 days. It will appear rather worse for wear on the day after the treatment. What you have to do is- apply some coolants, such as an ice pack, or frozen peas, or just dip a piece of cloth in the ice-cold water and apply on the area. It will give you relief from the swelling.
• Avoid eating spicy and salty food, and any toxic drinks, such as whisky, vodka etc. This will help in reducing edema. This precaution must be taken for at least 24 hours.
• As shared before, post laser treatment effects, such as redness and dryness on the treated area, are okay and they will go within a week’s time. What you can do is to keep that area moist. Apply some Bacitracin or Aquaphor or some light cream moisturizer. Avoid the use of any ointment that can block your skin pores. Drink lots of water to keep your body properly hydrated. Try to avoid the use of a band-aid. It delays the healing process.
• Discontinue the use of daily skin care products for at least 2 weeks or till the time your skin heals. These products might have some acid base, which can cause harm to the laser exposed skin area.
• The most important post laser treatment precaution is to avoid sun exposure. In case, it is not possible with your daily routine, apply lots of SPF 30. You can keep the area covered with clothes as well.
When you visit your practitioner again after a week, discuss about any further post laser treatment measures that you can take for quicker healing.