Principle of treatment
Based on the principle that Er: YAG laser beams (with a wavelength of 2940nm) is highly absorbed by skin moisture, a Microlaser peel (Er: YAG laser) can gasify the outermost layer of skin accurately, remove the defects of unevenness on the skin, make skin regenerate, and improve the condition of scar tissue, acne scar and large pores.
Notes before treatment
- Pregnant women, light-sensitive skin and infected wounds should be evaluated by a physician.
- Laser therapy is not suitable for such skin conditions as dry, itching skin, sunburn and allergy.
- Please stop using irritants such as AHA, retinoic acid, and exfoliating products 2 weeks before treatment and avoid excessive sun exposure.
Post-treatment care
- At the end of the treatment, there is a burning sensation, slight redness and swelling or tightness on the skin, which usually improves or disappears within 24 hours of applying an ice compress.
- When scabs form 2 to 3 days after treatment, It is advised that you use ointment or regenerative repair cream and wash your face or apply ointment gently.
- The scab falls off in 3 to 10 days, during which do not scratch it to avoid leaving a scar, and you can use repair and maintenance products and protect yourself from the sun (by wearing sunscreen and a mask).
- After the scab falls off, if the skin is exposed to the sun, it is likely to produce pigmentation, so please keep out of the sun. It is recommended that you wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more, and apply it every 2 to 3 hours. Moreover, putting up a parasol and wearing a sun hat are also recommended.
FAQ
Q1 How many treatments does it take? How long is the interval?
The Microlaser peel is more irritating to the skin and wounds need to be cared for. Therefore, it is recommended that a second treatment be given more than 1 month later. Usually, the effect can be felt after about 3 to 4 treatments. The number of treatments can be increased after discussion with your doctor and according to your satisfaction with the therapy.
Q2 Is Microlaser peel painful?
Requiring the administration of anesthesia, this treatment gives a superficial tingling sensation that is acceptable to most people and can be relieved by an ice compress after surgery.
Q3 Does the Microlaser peel creates a wound. Is the wound difficult to take care of?
Today's laser machine allows the doctor to adjust the treatment depth according to your situation. In the treatment of mild symptoms, scabs will form and fall off the next day, which is easier to take care of and can reduce the rate of darkening than conventional dermabrasion.
Q4 What are the side effects of the Microlaser peel?
The Microlaser peel creates an open wound. Sunscreen should be applied for new skin (pink skin after scab removal) to avoid pigmentation.
Q5 Do I need to use skin care product after a Microlaser peel?
It is advised to use moisturizing lotion and sunscreen products after laser surgery.