What is the best way to repair the skin after laser pigmentation removal?
Disease description:
I am 28 years old and recently completed laser treatment for pigmentation spots. Some redness and mild burning sensation remain on my skin. I would like to know what products or methods I should use after laser treatment to help my skin recover, reduce redness, and alleviate discomfort.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu
Laser pigmentation removal is a common cosmetic procedure that targets pigmented spots on the skin with laser energy, breaking them down so they can be absorbed by the body, thus achieving a spot-removing effect. After laser treatment, the skin may experience redness, mild swelling, and a burning sensation. To promote skin recovery, it is important to choose appropriate repair products and follow proper post-treatment care.
1. Use hydrating medical face masks: Medical masks typically contain mild, non-irritating moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and glycerin. These components effectively replenish and retain skin moisture, promote epidermal cell regeneration and repair, and alleviate dryness and tightness following laser pigmentation removal.
2. Apply growth factor gels: Growth factor gels, such as epidermal growth factor (EGF) gel or fibroblast growth factor (FGF) gel, can accelerate the repair of skin damaged by laser treatment. These gels stimulate cell proliferation and differentiation, speeding up the healing process of the skin tissue.
3. Apply anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory ointments: If the laser treatment is particularly intense and results in minor skin damage or scabbing, topical anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory ointments, such as erythromycin ointment or fusidic acid ointment, may be used. These ointments help reduce post-operative inflammatory reactions such as redness and swelling and help prevent infection.
4. Use soothing repair creams: Choose repair creams containing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, licorice extract, and arbutin. These ingredients offer excellent moisturizing and soothing effects, helping to reduce redness and inflammation and supporting the recovery of the skin barrier.
5. Gentle cleansing: Use mild, non-irritating facial cleansers and avoid using abrasive scrubs or alcohol-based cosmetics, which can irritate the skin and delay the healing process.
Comprehensive post-treatment care is essential after laser pigmentation removal to support the skin's recovery and return to a healthy condition.
