after fraxel re-store treatment how sensitive is to the sun? planning on doing the re-store treatment my main concern now is would I be able to sun bathing?
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Answer: Laser treatments and sun bathing Any laser treatment will make your skin more susceptible to damage from the sun and sunbathing should be avoided until you've healed from the laser.
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Answer: Laser treatments and sun bathing Any laser treatment will make your skin more susceptible to damage from the sun and sunbathing should be avoided until you've healed from the laser.
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November 27, 2018
Answer: Sun after Laser Treatment Hello,
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November 27, 2018
Answer: Sun after Laser Treatment Hello,
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September 4, 2008
Answer: Get your sunbathing out of the way before your laser treatments It is counterintuitive to sun bathe after having treatments that correct sun damaged skin. I love to be outdoors and in the sun myself so I can appreciate your concerns. You risk post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark browning of your skin) if you sun bathe following Fraxel re:store treatments. You should wear daily sun block for at least 3 months following your treatment, use wide brimmed hats, and avoid sun exposure. Many patients delay their treatment until the fall and winter months to make staying out of the sun a bit easier. Some patients who have been successfully treated for melasma (brown pigment of pregnancy, hormones) have relapses after "sun vacations". It is best to avoid the sun after the Fraxel restore treatment in order to protect your investment in your skin's health. Be well.
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September 4, 2008
Answer: Get your sunbathing out of the way before your laser treatments It is counterintuitive to sun bathe after having treatments that correct sun damaged skin. I love to be outdoors and in the sun myself so I can appreciate your concerns. You risk post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (dark browning of your skin) if you sun bathe following Fraxel re:store treatments. You should wear daily sun block for at least 3 months following your treatment, use wide brimmed hats, and avoid sun exposure. Many patients delay their treatment until the fall and winter months to make staying out of the sun a bit easier. Some patients who have been successfully treated for melasma (brown pigment of pregnancy, hormones) have relapses after "sun vacations". It is best to avoid the sun after the Fraxel restore treatment in order to protect your investment in your skin's health. Be well.
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Answer: Fraxel Laser Avoid sun exposure after Fraxel. Your skin needs time to recuperate. Please contact a qualified provider or a board-certified physician with extensive experience in these procedures.
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Answer: Fraxel Laser Avoid sun exposure after Fraxel. Your skin needs time to recuperate. Please contact a qualified provider or a board-certified physician with extensive experience in these procedures.
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October 2, 2017
Answer: Can I sunbathe after Fraxel laser? You should avoid any sun exposure prior to and after any laser treatment for at least 4-6 weeks. You will reach your safest and best possible results by avoiding the sun. Lasers also make your skin more sensitive to the sun, so make sure to wear a hat and medical grade sunscreen with zinc to protect your skin. It is also recommended to get the Fraxel laser in the fall or winter months to help avoid the sun as much as possible. Hope this helps!
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October 2, 2017
Answer: Can I sunbathe after Fraxel laser? You should avoid any sun exposure prior to and after any laser treatment for at least 4-6 weeks. You will reach your safest and best possible results by avoiding the sun. Lasers also make your skin more sensitive to the sun, so make sure to wear a hat and medical grade sunscreen with zinc to protect your skin. It is also recommended to get the Fraxel laser in the fall or winter months to help avoid the sun as much as possible. Hope this helps!
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