Sun exposure after Photofacial treatments?

I have had 3 Photofacial treatments, but will be on a tropical island in 30 days. I will wear sunblock as well as a hat, but it IS a tropical Island.

Will I reverse everything I paid for? Will I see immediate freckles/spots coming back? Am I more prone to burning now that my skin is way lighter? How soon after I get back can I start the Photofacial treatments again?

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A: Sun Exposure after Photo Facials or IPL

Benjamin Barankin, MD

I would be very careful with sun exposure after having achieved such great results at some cost. I'd go with SPF 60 reapplied every 3 hours, and more importantly avoid mid-day sun. Hat and shade will be your best friends. You will not reverse the effects of the photofacial, though a few temporary freckles... more

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