Laser Treatments & Light Therapy

CO2 laser resurfacing produces dramatic skin renewal but also demands careful early care. This survival guide walks you through the critical first seven days after an ablative CO2 treatment: what’s normal, exactly what to do each day, red flags to…

IPL photofacials can quickly fade sunspots and broken capillaries but sometimes leave temporary redness or darkened spots. This guide explains why those reactions happen, step-by-step aftercare to calm skin and treat pigmentation, realistic recovery timelines, and when to contact your…

Recovering from a Fraxel fractional laser treatment involves a distinct ‘coffee grounds’ peeling phase—tiny dark micro-crusts that form before healthy skin reveals itself. This guide explains the biological causes of that appearance, provides a realistic day-by-day recovery timeline, outlines evidence-based…

After laser hair removal, many patients wonder when treated hairs actually fall out and whether shaving is safe. This article explains the post-treatment shedding timeline, how shaving fits into recovery, and practical aftercare tips to minimize irritation and pigment changes.…

Laser hair removal is common, but proper aftercare — especially shaving, scrubbing, and sun protection — determines safety and results. This article explains how laser affects skin, exact timing for shaving, when to resume exfoliation, and how to prevent pigment…