Photofacial
What is it?
Photo facial is a way to improve the colour and texture of your skin without surgery. It can undo some of the visible damage caused by sun exposure called photoaging.
Treatment
Photofacial uses light energy to target a certain colour in your skin.
When the skin is heated, your body gets rid of the unwanted cells, and that gets rid of the thing you’re being treated for.
Post-treatment recovery
While you heal:
- Don’t put on makeup if your skin hurts.
- Use moisturizing lotion.
- Protect yourself with sunscreen. Make sure it has an SPF of at least 30 and a physical blocker like zinc. Reapply it every 2 hours, even if it’s not sunny outside.
- Wash your face with a cleanser for sensitive skin.
FAQs
Who is an ideal candidate for Photofacial?
Individuals with the following should consider getting Photofacial -
- Acne
- Birthmarks
- Stretch marks
- Liver or age spots
- Broken blood vessels
Who should avoid getting Photofacial?
Photofacial isn’t a good idea if you:
- Are sensitive to light
- Have recently tanned your skin using sunlight, tanning beds, or tanning creams
- Might have skin cancer
- Use a retinoid cream