Laser treatments are a great way to take care of your skin. They can remove hair, treat scars, reduce dark spots, and make your skin look smoother. These treatments use strong light to work on the skin. Even though they are safe, your skin may feel a bit sore or sensitive afterward.
That is why it is important to know how to care for your skin after a laser session. When you treat your skin gently, it feels better faster. This article will explain easy ways to soothe your skin and help it heal.
Let’s look at what happens to your skin after laser treatment and what you can do to keep it calm, soft, and healthy.
What Happens to the Skin After Laser Treatment?
Laser treatments use light energy to go deep into your skin. This energy changes your skin from the inside out. It can help remove hair, fix scars, reduce acne marks, or even out skin tone.
After a session, your skin may react in small ways. These are normal signs that your skin is healing:
Redness
Warmth
Swelling
A tight or dry feeling
Tiny bumps or spots
Mild itching
These side effects are usually short and go away in a few days. Still, how you care for your skin makes a big difference in how fast and how well it heals.
Why Is Skin Sensitive After a Laser Session?
The laser light heats up the deeper layers of your skin. This helps improve the skin’s look and feel. But the top layer of your skin also feels the effect. That is why it can be red, sore, or dry for a little while.
Think of it like a tiny sunburn. It is not dangerous, but your skin will need a little help to feel better. When you soothe your skin after a laser session, it heals faster and stays healthy.
Easy and Safe Ways to Soothe Skin
Here are the best ways to care for your skin after a laser treatment:
1. Cool the Skin
After treatment, your skin may feel warm or hot. To help it cool down, you can:
Place a cold, damp cloth on the area
Use a clean towel with some ice wrapped inside
Do this for 10 to 15 minutes at a time
Cooling the skin helps reduce redness and swelling. It feels nice and calming, too.
2. Use Aloe Vera Gel
Aloe vera is a plant that has cooling and healing properties. After laser treatment, pure aloe vera gel helps calm the skin.
Apply a thin layer on the treated area
Make sure the gel has no perfume or alcohol
Use it 2 to 3 times a day for the first few days
It helps stop dryness and keeps the skin soft.
3. Stay Out of the Sun
Your skin is very sensitive to sunlight after a laser session. Sun exposure can cause burns or dark spots. To protect your skin:
Stay indoors or in the shade for at least 1 week
If you go outside, wear a wide hat and loose clothes
Use sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher once the skin is no longer red
Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the most important things you can do.
4. Avoid Heat and Sweat
For the first 48 hours, do not expose your skin to heat or moisture. This includes:
Hot showers or baths
Saunas or steam rooms
Exercise or heavy sweating
Heat can make your skin feel worse and delay healing.
5. Use Gentle Skincare Products
Your regular skincare products may be too strong for skin that just had a laser session. Use mild and fragrance-free products:
A soft, non-foaming face wash
A gentle, alcohol-free moisturizer
No scrubs, acids, or retinol for at least one week
Read the labels and choose products made for sensitive skin.
6. Do Not Rub or Scratch the Area
Your skin may feel itchy, but try not to scratch. Scratching or rubbing can slow healing and cause marks.
Pat your skin dry after washing
Avoid tight clothes or rough fabrics
Do not use makeup on the area for 24 to 48 hours
Let your skin breathe and heal naturally.
What to Expect While Healing
Most people feel normal again in 3 to 5 days after their laser session. Here’s what you might see during healing:
Day 1: Redness, warmth, and slight swelling
Day 2–3: Skin may feel dry or flaky
Day 4–5: Hairs may begin to fall out if it was hair removal
After 1 week: Skin feels smoother and calmer
Healing times may be longer for deep laser treatments, but the steps to soothe your skin remain the same.
Things to Avoid
Here are a few things you should not do while your skin heals:
No tanning or sunbeds
No exfoliating products
No picking or peeling
No swimming in pools or hot tubs
No hair removal creams or wax
Let your skin rest and recover without stress or harsh treatments.
When to See a Professional
Most side effects after a laser treatment are mild and go away on their own. But if you notice any of the following, contact a skin professional:
Severe redness or swelling
Pain that gets worse over time
Blisters or scabs
Yellow pus or signs of infection
Skin that feels very hot or itchy for many days
At Lana Skyn, we are always here to help you feel safe and confident. If you are unsure about how your skin is healing, you can always call or visit us for advice.
Why Choose Lana Skyn?
At Lana Skyn, we care about your skin before, during, and after every laser session. Our friendly team will guide you through the process and give you the best care.
We use safe, modern laser tools
Our staff is trained and gentle
We give full aftercare instructions
We support you through the full healing journey
You can find us at:
Bezaanjachtplein 281, 1034 CR Amsterdam, North Holland
Come visit us if you want smooth, healthy skin with expert care and support.
Final Thoughts
Laser treatment is a great way to care for your skin. Whether it is for hair removal or skin improvement, the results can be wonderful. But after each session, your skin needs time to heal.
By following simple steps like cooling the skin, using aloe vera, and staying out of the sun, you help your skin feel better faster. Treat your skin gently, and it will reward you with a healthy, glowing look.
If you have questions or need help after your treatment, remember that the team at Lana Skyn is always here for you.
