For first-time clients, we want them to feel comfortable and informed when scheduling a laser rejuvenation appointment. It can sometimes be difficult to know what to anticipate—especially if you’re new to the world of skincare laser technology.
What should you expect from laser and skin rejuvenation in Winston-Salem? Let’s find out.
At Restoration MedSpa, our team of highly trained medical providers understands the laser resurfacing process from the inside out. From your initial consultation to the reveal of your final results, we are here to support you at every step of your aesthetic journey.
Complimentary Consultation
At Restoration MedSpa, your journey towards skin restoration begins with a complimentary consultation.
During this time, you and a member of our expert team discuss your aesthetic goals and concerns, review your medical history, and then we conduct a comprehensive skin analysis. This private session is an ideal opportunity to address any questions you may have about laser and skin rejuvenation in Winston-Salem, ensuring you can proceed with total confidence.
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After collecting all necessary information, your provider creates a treatment strategy tailored to your aesthetic needs. They can determine which laser treatments in our curated suite are ideal for your unique skin tone, type, and condition. They may also recommend combining services to achieve optimal results.
Pre-Care: Preparing Your Skin
Following your complimentary consultation, your Medical Concierge guides you through our comprehensive pre-care instructions, then properly prepares your skin for laser and skin rejuvenation in Winston-Salem. This ensures optimal results and promotes a seamless healing process.
While our specific recommendations vary based on your chosen treatment, we advise all clients to follow these general guidelines before their appointment:
- Avoid UV Exposure: This includes excessive sun exposure, sunburns, and tanning beds for 2 to 4 weeks before your appointment. We want your skin to be at peak health; otherwise, there is an increased risk of burns, blisters, or longer downtime.
- Leave a Recovery Period: If you receive other aesthetic treatments, like chemical peels or dermal fillers, you must wait at least 2 weeks before scheduling a laser resurfacing appointment. This recovery period allows the skin to heal between sessions, minimizing the risk of scarring or hyperpigmentation.
- Pause Active Skincare: Refrain from using strong skincare products—including retinoids, tretinoin, and exfoliating acids—for 1 week before your appointment. While these ingredients are beneficial for a daily routine, they can make the skin hypersensitive and may hinder the healing process.
- Review Medications: Avoid blood-thinning or photosensitizing medications for at least 1 week before your laser session. These can increase the risk of redness, swelling, and hyperpigmentation.
- Refrain From Drinking Alcohol or Using Tobacco: Do not consume alcohol or tobacco products within 24 to 48 hours of your appointment. Alcohol dehydrates the skin and increases the risk of bruising, while tobacco slows the body’s natural healing process, potentially lengthening your recovery time.
Personalized Treatment
Please arrive at your appointment with skin free of makeup or other skincare products. If your schedule does not allow for this, do not worry—our medical providers thoroughly cleanse your skin before beginning treatment.
After guiding you to a private treatment room, your provider administers or applies a numbing agent to help ease any discomfort. We also offer Pro-Nox™, an FDA-approved laughing gas, for additional comfort during treatment and to alleviate anxiety.
Once both you and your provider have put on protective eyewear, they can begin treatment. As the device moves across your skin, you may experience a gentle heating or a light prickling sensation. If, at any moment, you need a break, please let us know.
When your Medical Concierge finishes with your laser treatment, you may remove your protective eyewear. Your provider then applies specialized, protective skincare products to soothe and shield your skin before you leave our office.
Post-Care: Protecting Your Investment
Following laser and skin rejuvenation in Winston-Salem, your skin may be more sensitive to environmental factors such as sunlight, cosmetics, or heat. Prioritizing skin protection during recovery supports your skin’s health for long-lasting results.
Our medical providers recommend clients follow these general guidelines after their appointment:
- Allow the Skin to Breathe: Wait 24 to 48 hours before applying makeup or other cosmetic products. This prevents bacteria in the treatment zone, reducing the risk of clogged pores or skin irritation.
- Prioritize Gentle Hydration: Use a gentle, hydrating cleanser in the mornings and evenings for 3 to 7 days following your laser treatment. To soothe dry or flaking skin and avoid clogging pores, apply a non-comedogenic moisturizer. Do not pick or peel dry skin as this can cause permanent scarring or hyperpigmentation.
- Avoid High Heat: Refrain from strenuous physical activity, saunas, and hot tubs for 1 week. High temperatures can increase post-treatment redness, swelling, or hyperpigmentation. Keep the treated area cool and calm until the skin has fully healed.
- Prioritize Sun Protection: Your skin is especially light-sensitive after laser resurfacing. Avoid extensive sun exposure and self-tanning products for at least 1 week after treatment. Instead, apply SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours and wear a wide-brimmed hat when outdoors to shield your skin from UV damage.
- Continue Your Skincare Pause: Maintain your break from using skincare products with strong active ingredients—such as retinoids, tretinoin, and exfoliating acids—for 1 to 2 weeks. Introducing these products too early after treatment can irritate your skin and lengthen your recovery time.
Restorative Results
Total recovery time, the onset of results, and the longevity of your transformation vary depending on your chosen laser treatment. During your initial consultation—and again following your session—your medical provider can review this specific timeline to ensure you have clear and realistic expectations.
Once your skin has fully restored itself and your final results surface, it is time to show off your healthy, revitalized complexion. At Restoration MedSpa, we measure our success by your confidence—helping our clients walk into every room with their heads held high.
Schedule Your Laser Rejuvenation Appointment
When you’re ready to transition from reading about laser and skin rejuvenation in Winston-Salem to experiencing it yourself, Restoration MedSpa is here. Schedule your consultation with our Medical Concierges and give your skin the care it craves.
