When performing a photofacial treatment in the summer, it is especially important to take care of your skin after the treatment due to environmental factors such as ultraviolet rays and high temperatures. Below, we will explain in detail what to keep in mind when receiving a photofacial in the summer.

Summary

When performing a photofacial in the summer, UV protection is especially important. Take adequate care to avoid sunburn, keep your skin moisturized, and prevent inflammation and pigmentation after the treatment. To avoid problems caused by sweat and high temperatures, it is important to keep your skin clean and avoid irritation. In addition, by being careful about sunburn before and after the treatment and considering adjusting the treatment schedule, you can achieve safer and more effective results.

1. UV protection

Avoid sunburn: Photofacial is a treatment that uses IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) to improve age spots and dullness, but the skin becomes extremely sensitive after the treatment. Exposure to UV rays can worsen pigmentation and redness, so be sure to apply sunscreen after your treatment and protect your skin with a hat or parasol when going out.

Use an SPF of 50 or higher: It is recommended to choose a sunscreen with a high SPF and PA+++ or higher and reapply every 2-3 hours.

How long to use sunscreen: After your photofacial, be sure to avoid UV rays for at least a week, and then continue to use sunscreen.

2. Sunburn before and after treatment

Precautions before treatment: Photofacials should be avoided if you are tanned before the treatment. Sunburned skin is damaged, and a photofacial will further stress the skin and increase the risk of inflammation and pigmentation. Avoid sunburn for two weeks before the treatment, and allow your skin to calm down before undergoing the treatment.

Precautions after treatment: If you tan after your treatment, there is a very high risk of pigmentation. Especially in the summer, UV rays are strong, so it is important to take thorough measures against UV rays when going out and try to stay indoors.

3. Moisturizing care

Measures against dryness: After a photofacial treatment, your skin may become dry. Moisturizing care is extremely important, especially when outdoors in the summer, as sweat and UV rays can further dry out your skin. Use a moisturizing cream containing ceramides and hyaluronic acid to keep your skin hydrated.

Cooling care: Your skin may feel hot after the treatment. Gently cooling down with a cooling gel or cold towel can help reduce inflammation and redness. However, avoid cooling it directly with ice, as it is too irritating.

4. Measures against sweat and sebum

Keep it clean: Since sweat and sebum secretion increase in the summer, it is important to keep your skin clean after treatment to prevent dirt from getting on your skin. If you sweat, take measures such as wiping it off immediately or washing your face with a gentle facial cleanser.

Mild skin care: For sensitive skin after the procedure, it is recommended to use mild skin care products that do not contain alcohol or fragrance. You need to be especially careful in the summer when there is a lot of sweat and sebum.

5. Bathing and exercising after treatment

Avoid hot water: Avoid hot baths or saunas after your treatment, as your skin will be more sensitive to heat. A shower or short bath in lukewarm water is recommended. Also, avoid rubbing your skin too hard and wash it gently.

Limit strenuous exercise: Exercising strenuously immediately after treatment may increase your body temperature and put extra stress on your skin. Avoid strenuous exercise for 2 to 3 days after the treatment, as sweating from exercise may cause irritation to the sensitive skin after the treatment.

6. Use of cosmetics after treatment

Notes on makeup: Immediately after a photofacial treatment, the skin is very sensitive, so it is recommended to avoid makeup for 1 to 2 days. If you do wear makeup, use products that are gentle on the skin, such as mineral foundations that are gentle on the skin.

Avoid using peels or scrubs: Exfoliating skin care products such as peels and scrubs should be avoided for 1-2 weeks after the treatment. These procedures can further damage the delicate skin after the procedure, causing irritation and pigmentation.

7. Measures against dryness caused by air conditioning

Protecting the indoor environment: In the summer, indoor air drying caused by air conditioning becomes a problem. Spending a long time in an air-conditioned place can dry out your skin, so be sure to use a humidifier or mist on a regular basis to hydrate your skin.

8. Adjustment of treatment schedule

Plan a multi-treatment schedule: Photofacials often require not just one treatment, but multiple treatments. When undergoing treatment in the summer, you should also consider adjusting your schedule to a time or season with less UV rays. One option is to undergo treatment towards the end of summer or early fall.

9. Effect on age spots and freckles

Dark spots may temporarily become darker: Photofacials are effective in treating dark spots and freckles, but the dark spots may temporarily appear darker after the treatment. This is a normal reaction and will fade over a few days to weeks. During this time, don’t rush and continue with proper skin care.