What to Expect After Your

Booked your first laser session and wondering what the next few days actually look like? Here's an honest, hour-by-hour walkthrough - no surprises.

Laser resurfacing works by using controlled light energy to renew the skin's surface and stimulate fresh collagen. That renewal is exactly why a little redness afterward is normal - it means the treatment is doing its job.

The first 24 hours

Expect warmth and mild redness, similar to a light sunburn. Keep the skin clean, hydrated, and cool. Skip makeup for the day and let your skin settle - the sensation typically fades within a few hours.

Days two to five

Skin may feel slightly tight or look a touch flaky as it renews. This is normal and temporary. Moisturise gently, avoid active ingredients like retinol or acids, and never pick at the skin.

"A little redness is just your skin getting to work."

Protecting your results

Sunscreen is non-negotiable - SPF 30+ every single day. Fresh skin is more sensitive to UV, and protecting it is what keeps your brightness and even tone lasting far longer.

When you'll see the glow

Brightness appears within days, with texture and tone continuing to improve over the following weeks. Most concerns respond best across a short series of sessions - we'll map your ideal plan at your consultation.