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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?
Asked 33 months ago by
SarahLynn in USA
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Sun Exposure after Photofacial
Considerable care should be taken with sun exposure after an ipl or laser procedure. While you will not reverse the effects of the photofacial, you are more prone to hyperpigmentation.
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Sun Exposure after Photo Facials or IPL
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 may appear. You can restart treatment 1 month after your trip once your tan (however slight) has faded.
