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How to Care for Your Skin After Treatment Congratulations! You have taken the first step toward more healthy and radiant looking skin by having a Fraxel restore™ laser treatment. Now it is important to help your skin heal quickly and protect your skin investment. • Skin Care Products. All of your skin care products should be non-irritating and non-clogging for the first week or so after Fraxel Laser Treatment. Examples of brands that offer gentle and inexpensive products that are ideal to use: Aveeno®, Dove®, Neutrogena®, Cetaphil®, Cerave®, etc. • Sunscreen. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, proper and frequent application of sunscreen is very important. The sunscreen should offer broadband protection (UVA and UVB) and have a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more. You should apply sunscreen at least 20 minutes before going outside. After that, reapply your sunscreen every 2 hours. If direct sun exposure is necessary, wear a hat and clothing that covers the treated area. Use this regimen during the healing period and always. You will probably find that you use about 1 bottle of sunscreen per month, rather than the 1 bottler per year that most people use. • Moisturizer. Remember that peeling and/or flaking is normal during the healing process. Therefore, the product should be non-irritating and non-clogging, else you could develop breakouts. During the healing period your normal moisturizer may be too occlusive, so consider products from the brands listed above. Instead of using 2 separate products, use moisturizers that contain SPF 30+. Reapply whenever your skin feels dry. • Scrubs, Toners, Glycolic Acid, and Retin A. Your skin will be sensitive for the first week or so after treatment, so do not use products that will cause irritation during this time. Do not use abrasive scrubs, toners, or products that contain glycolic acids or Retin A. Read the product labels. • Bleaching Creams. Discontinue use of your bleaching cream while your skin is tender. Restart your bleaching cream on the date specified by your doctor • Resume your normal skin care regimen when your skin has fully healed. • Cold Sores. If you have a history of cold sores, ask your doctor about care! |
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