08 Oct It’s Laser Season at Parson Skin Center!
Yes, we know it’s still hot here in Scottsdale, but autumn is still the perfect season to begin your laser resurfacing treatments. At Parson Skin Center, we have all of the best, safest, and most effective lasers to achieve your skin goals including IPL, CO2, ResurFX, and AcuPulse. Laser skin rejuvenation kick-starts collagen production and resurfaces the skin to treat every common skin complaint like hyperpigmentation, laxity, dullness, scarring, and even chronic conditions like rosacea.
You can actually get laser treatments any time of the year, but lasers make the skin sensitive and especially vulnerable to UV damage for a few days/weeks after the treatment. It’s always important to avoid sun damage, but especially with freshly lasered skin. Not only are you more susceptible to sunburns and long-term sun damage, you’re also undoing some of the progress from the laser treatment. Autumn is the ideal laser season because the days are starting to get cooler and darker, and you can also gear up for a series of treatments that will last until winter.
Choosing a Laser Regimen
Some clients are a good fit for a single laser treatment while others are better suited to gentler laser choices spaced a few weeks apart. It’s rarely a “one and done” appointment if you want to get the best possible results. Your skin is an organ, the biggest organ you have, and in-office treatments that are “layered” often lead to more dramatic results. Plus, many patients like to undergo maintenance sessions once they’ve established a foundation for laser treatments.
Choosing the exact laser treatment for you will require a consultation with an expert. Different lasers do different things and are designed for various skin types. Some lasers still do cause hypopigmentation (permanent skin lightening) in those with darker skin tones, so making sure you’re working with an expert in the field who has a variety of technologies is key.
What to Expect with Laser Treatment
Your exact appointment will vary based on the laser used and the area(s) treated. However, the site will first be cleaned and prepped. The sensation of the laser will also vary based on the technology, and might feel like a light burning sensation or like “zaps.” However, the vast majority of patients describe the feeling of a treatment as a bit strange or uncomfortable, but not painful. Those who are especially sensitive or who are having a sensitive area treated may benefit from a numbing cream, or some lasers are kitted out with built-in cooling systems.
Immediately after your treatment, expect the skin to look pink or red. Some swelling might occur in the days following the treatment, but it is typically mild and not noticeable to anyone else. In the days following the treatment, your body is at work healing itself. It is very vulnerable, so avoiding the sun and any harsh treatments (such as scrubbing in the shower) is recommended. A post-laser medical-grade topical treatment can help with any discomfort and speeds up healing.
Lasers in Scottsdale
Many MediSpas offer laser treatments, but if there are only a couple of options to choose from you are not getting a customized treatment. Trusting a medical day spa that is also a surgical center ensures you are getting the best possible treatment and care. Overall, laser skin resurfacing is generally safe with little downtime. Still, you want to only work with a Scottsdale laser center with the most experienced staff.
Laser treatments can help you look years younger, happier, and healthier. They can turn back the clock, erase fine lines and wrinkles, brighten the skin, and amp up clarity. If you’ve been struggling with skin that just isn’t as clear and taut as you’d like it to be, laser skin resurfacing could be for you. It can also be a fantastic complement to other procedures including plastic surgery, microneedling, and more.
Get started on your personalized skin care journey today by scheduling a consultation for laser skin resurfacing. Call Parson Skin Center at (480) 282-8386 or complete the online contact form now.