Have you ever heard of laser skin rejuvenation? It sounds like a science fiction concept, but it’s real!
Laser skin rejuvenation can help you look years younger by reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, softening uneven pigmentation, and reducing age spots. Laser skin rejuvenation is also an effective way to treat acne scars caused by acne breakouts and sun damage from overexposure to UV rays.
This article will explain how these procedures work and why they might be right for you!
Advantages of Skin Laser Rejuvenation
Smoother and Tighter Appearance
Laser skin rejuvenation can help you look years younger. The procedure is minimally invasive, meaning it’s less painful, and recovery time is shorter than traditional cosmetic surgery. Your physician will use a high-intensity pulsed light device that focuses on the deep layers of your skin to treat any signs of aging like wrinkles, fine lines, and discoloration.
After treatment with laser therapy, you’ll see an improvement in the appearance of your skin—a smoother texture that doesn’t sag as much as before.
You may also notice an overall reduction in signs of aging, such as spots or imperfections on your face or hands; this is because laser treatments heat areas where collagen has been broken down through sun damage or other causes (such as injury).
Reduces Uneven Pigmentation
The laser can also help reduce uneven pigmentation, age spots, and melasma (dark skin patches).
It’s important to note that a little bit of unevenness is normal! If you have some sun damage on your face or other areas of your body—as most people do—the laser will not be able to treat it.
Softens Wrinkles and Fine Lines
Laser skin rejuvenation can help soften fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin texture, and reduce the appearance of scars and acne scarring.
It also helps reduce puffiness around the eyes or underneath your lower eyelids (where you get bags under your eyes).
The procedure uses a laser to remove excess collagen from deep within the skin—the fibrous protein that makes up the connective tissue in our bodies. When this happens over time, it causes wrinkles on our faces and other parts of our bodies, such as hands or feet—these look unattractive and make us feel self-conscious about them!
Reduces Age Spots
Age spots are caused by sun damage, and they can be removed with laser skin rejuvenation. Laser skin rejuvenation is also a safe and effective treatment for wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging.
Laser skin rejuvenation can help you look years younger!
You may be wondering if laser skin rejuvenation is right for you. The answer is yes! Laser skin rejuvenation can help you look younger, but knowing the benefits and risks is essential before going through treatment.
You should consider laser skin rejuvenation if:
Your skin looks tired or older than its age would suggest. When people are sad or stressed out all the time, their facial expressions naturally sag over time.
This can make them look older than they are simply by looking at their faces too long! If this sounds like something that happens to you regularly—or even once in a while—it may be worthwhile considering getting some professional help from one of our highly trained doctors who have been trained specifically on treating these kinds of issues.
FAQs about Laser Skin Rejuvenation
How does Laser Skin Rejuvenation Work?
Laser skin resurfacing is a procedure that removes damaged layers of skin using a laser. The laser stimulates the body’s natural healing process, which causes new collagen and elastin fibers to form in your skin.
The treatment can be performed on different areas of the face and body, including:
- The face
- Upper arms and thighs (upper legs)
- Lower legs
What Happens During Laser Skin Rejuvenation?
Laser skin rejuvenation is a noninvasive procedure. It’s performed in-office, and you’ll spend about 30 minutes under the laser eye. Your doctor will apply an “ablation” to your skin designed to remove the outer layer of old cells and replace them with new ones.
This helps boost collagen production and wrinkles while reducing pigmentation spots on hands or areas where you’d like to see improvements (like around the eyes).
How Long does it Take?
The entire treatment takes about 30 minutes total—from start to finish!
Is Laser Skin Resurfacing Safe?
There is no such thing as a safe treatment. If you’re thinking about laser skin resurfacing, talk to your doctor and get your questions answered first. Your doctor can tell you whether this procedure is proper for you and the risks involved.
Laser skin resurfacing can be done safely in most people, but there are some cases where it may not be safe:
- People with certain medical conditions, like diabetes or a history of cancer (even if it’s been removed), should avoid this treatment due to its potential risk for infection or excessive bleeding.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not have laser treatments because they could cause congenital disabilities if the baby receives too much radiation from the machine during pregnancy (or possibly even later).
Laser Skin Rejuvenation Aftercare
Keep your Skin Hydrated
Use a hydrating moisturizer after laser skin rejuvenation, which will help keep it looking healthy and beautiful.
Try using a hydrating serum or lotion to treat your skin before bedtime. You can also try using one of the many different types of face masks available on the market today—the benefits of these products are incredible!
If you have dry or sensitive skin, look into purchasing an eye cream as well since they tend to be very beneficial for those suffering from such conditions (or anyone else who wants extra moisture in their life).
Wear Sunscreen
You might wonder if you need to wear sunscreen during laser skin rejuvenation. The answer is yes! Sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30 should be applied before going outside and reapplied every two hours. In addition, areas that burn easily—like your nose and ears—should also be covered in sunscreen.
Be Patient
It’s normal for your skin to look a little red and dry after laser treatments. You may even notice some flaking or peeling, but these symptoms will disappear within two weeks.
Don’t pick at or scratch the treated area! These actions can lead to infection and scarring, which can take longer than usual for your skin to heal. Ask us if you have any questions or concerns about how long it will take before you see results from your treatment!
- Protect your skin from chemicals and the sun while it heals.
- Don’t use products on your skin that you wouldn’t usually use.
- Protect your skin from chemicals and the sun while it heals.
Conclusion
Remember to stay on top of your skincare routine and protect your skin from chemicals and the sun while it heals. You might not look your best for a few days after resurfacing, but there are things you can do to keep it healthy and safe as you heal.
No more worries about getting wrinkles, age spots, or sun damage!
Peninsula Glow Medical Spa for Laser Skin Rejuvenation offers a full range of laser skin rejuvenation services that can help you look younger than ever. Our experienced medical professionals will take the time to listen to your needs and goals so that we can tailor our treatments to meet your unique needs.
