Can I Get Laser Resurfacing Done During the Summer?

Thank you for your question. If you are still having acne outbreaks, this is a concern for CO2 resurfacing as we don't want any infectious risk elevated and we need to control the acne if are to improve and prevent scarring. You may need to have a hormonal evaluation and hormonal therapy or even isotretinoin in order to maintain your acne first. See a Board Certified Dermatologist for appropriate care first prior to getting your laser treatments,. Otherwise it will be money wasted.  I hope this helps.

It IS OK to have laser resurfacing in the summer months but does require that you be vigilant about sun protection. This includes wearing a wide brimmed hat and always wearing broad-spectrum sunscreen during the day. Your skin must be kept well moisturized during the early healing period too but this applies regardless of which time of year you choose for the procedure.Stephen Weber MD, FACS

My practice is located in Florida- it is practically summer here year round!  As long as you protect your skin from sun exposure you can have laser skin resurfacing done any time of year.  Using a sunscreen with a physical block every single day- even on rainy days, wearing a hat as much as possible, avoiding sun bathing, and avoiding direct sun exposure during the peak times of day (between 12-4) will ensure that you are protecting your skin properly and enhance your results from laser skin resurfacing.