Can I ice my face after CO2?

For the first 2 to 3 days after your treatment:

Put the ice pack on the treated area every few hours, or 1 to 5 times each day. After the first 2 to 3 days, use the ice pack as needed.

What should I put on my face after CO2?

What can I put on my face after CO2 laser?

The immediate post laser treatment consists of covering the lasered skin with Vaseline (Aquaphor or whatever the specific product you are instructed to use) and using cold packs for discomfort and swelling. The best treatment to be comfortable is to apply cold compresses to the treated areas of the face.

How can I speed up healing after CO2 laser?

What reduces redness after CO2 laser?

To reduce the redness that may appear after any of these laser treatments have been performed, apply aloe gel, hydrocortisone cream or Neosporin immediately after the treatment is over. You could also apply a cold compress or ice pack to the area that was treated.

CO2 Ablative Laser Treatment Aftercare Do's and Don'ts & Recommended Skincare Ingredients

Can I put ice after CO2 laser?

For the first 2 to 3 days after your treatment:

Apply an ice pack wrapped in a soft cloth to the treated area. Hold the ice pack on the treated area for 15 to 20 minutes. Put the ice pack on the treated area every few hours, or 1 to 5 times each day. After the first 2 to 3 days, use the ice pack as needed.

How long does your face stay red after CO2 laser?

For most fractionated CO2 treatments, treatment redness is expected to fade to a light pink and then resolve within several weeks to 2 or 3 months. For full field CO2 laser resurfacing, redness takes longer to resolve and some pink may still be noticeable 4-6 months after treatment.

When do you stop Aquaphor after CO2 laser?

After two days, may replace Aquaphor ointment with Biafine cream. The treated area will remain reddish brown for about 48 hours.

How long does it take skin to tighten after CO2 laser?

Over the month or two following your treatment, you will notice lines and wrinkles diminishing as the collagen fills them in. Loose skin will become tighter as it anchors to the newly formed fibrous collagen and the strong dermis it has created.

What should I avoid after CO2 laser?

Avoid direct sun exposure. Do NOT apply sunblock during the first 4 days of healing. Wear a protective hat for the first 2 weeks while outdoors. Avoid dirty, dusty environments, perfumes and hairsprays on treated areas.

What is the best hydrating moisturizer after CO2 laser?

It's crucial you keep your face (treated areas) covered and moist at all times. We just recommend covering your face with Vaseline or Aquaphor.

Why does it take months to see results from CO2 laser?

Rebuilding Collagen

Now, we can explain why the results of treatment with Co2re can take several months to develop. As a rule of thumb, the body needs about 12 weeks to rebuild collagen. This is a fairly short period of time given that it takes years to degrade collagen in a way that causes visible signs of aging.

What do vinegar soaks do after CO2 laser?

You may need to soak areas of crusting with vinegar gauze. Vinegar soaked gauze placed on the area also helps to reduce itching. 4. Use the vinegar wash at least 4-6 times a day the first 2-3 days while you may be swollen and your skin sensitive.

When can I stop using Vaseline after CO2 laser?

For the first 24 hours after the surgery, simply keep reapplying ointment (Vaseline or other ointment as prescribed by the office) to keep the treated areas moist. It is not necessary to start soaks until after the first 24 hours have elapsed.

Can I use moisturizer after CO2?

After the fractional CO2 laser procedure, you should apply sunscreen to protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays. Do make sure to also use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer twice a day and avoid any harsh products.

Is Vaseline good for after CO2 laser?

The manufacturer of CO2 laser systems recommends the application of Vaseline postoperatively to protect the treated tissue from air exposition until encrustation of the laser-treated skin decreases (usually after 7-14 days).

Does CO2 laser tighten jowls?

Tightening with Fraxel RePair Laser

Fraxel CO2 RePair laser ablates tissue – meaning that tiny columns of skin are vaporized. This reduces the volume of skin in one procedure. The vaporization and the heat response offer a double duty effect by shrinking total skin area and by spurring new tighter collagen.

How much younger does CO2 laser make you look?

The skin resurfacing laser works by sending a beam through the skin to create tiny columns within it. The skin will naturally go to work to repair those columns by pushing out old skin and replacing it with new skin. The newer and healthier skin can make people look up to ten years younger very quickly.

How many CO2 laser sessions does it take to see results?

Most patients only need one CO2 treatment to see results; However, some patients with deeper wrinkles or scarring may need multiple treatments to see results.

What is the fastest way to heal skin after laser treatment?

Keeping your face well hydrated after receiving laser skin resurfacing can help alleviate this with the use of doctor-approved moisturizing creams or lotions. Hydrating your skin will not only allow your skin to be more elastic and heal faster but also offers a degree of comfort as you contract facial muscles.

How many days after CO2 laser can you wear makeup?

Since laser resurfacing first wounds the skin and destroys the top layers, you can expect: 2 to 3 days of light crusting. 3 to 7 days to heal and return to normal activities. 1 week may resume wearing makeup.

Why Aquaphor after laser?

Tap water may cause a burning feeling. Re-applying Aquaphor will help remove the yellow tinged fluid from forming a scab. Keep the lasered area moist with the Aquaphor at all times.

Is CO2 laser worth it?

Advantages of CO2 Resurfacing

It delivers excellent improvement in fine lines, general texture, and a reduction in troublesome pigmentation areas. It has a dramatic effect on deep wrinkling. Acne scarring also responds to CO2 laser resurfacing; most of our patients notice a 50% improvement in their acne scars.

What cream to use after CO2 laser?

Dr. Zachary applies zinc oxide cream, such as Desitin, to the skin immediately after treatment with a fractionated CO2 ablative laser and prescribes it for the first 48 hours after treatment.

Is it good to rub ice after laser?

Shortly after your treatment, you can reduce any swelling, redness, or irritation by icing the affected area with ice packs or cold compresses. Remember to wrap them in clean, gentle towels to protect the surface of your skin from being exposed to severe cold.