[Medically Reviewed] The Process of Laser Treatment for Dark Spots | How Many Days of Downtime Are There? What Are the Aftercare Instructions?

Learn more about the process after laser blemish removal. There are many different types of blemish removal laser treatments that can improve blemishes on the face and other parts of the body. In this article, we summarize the downtime for each treatment and the normal course of events. We also explain important aftercare procedures, so please refer to this page if you are curious about laser blemish removal after reading blogs and wisdom books, or if you are suffering from post-treatment symptoms.

Progress after laser spot removal｜First, let's learn about downtime.

What is downtime?Time to recover from redness, pain, itching, swelling, scabbing, and other symptoms that occur after the procedurerefers to. Common spot removal laser treatments include IPL (photofacial), Q-switched ruby laser, Q-switched YAG laser (laser toning), and Pico laser. Each has a different downtime period, and some treatments cause few or no symptoms. First, let's look at a rough estimate of how many days of downtime is required.

Depending on the treatment, the longest one may take 1-2 weeks for the skin to return to its original condition.

What is the normal course of events after laser spot removal?

Here is a description of the process of spot removal laser treatment with relatively long downtime. Check when you will start to see symptoms and how long they will last. If you are a post-treatment patient, please check with your own symptoms to see if the progress is going well.

Immediately after irradiation - 3 days later

Temporary redness and swelling may occur after spot removal laser treatment. These are normal and usually subside within the day of treatment. Three days after treatment.Scabbing and itchingIt may happen, but try not to touch it as much as possible, as scratching may cause hyperpigmentation. The main cause of itching is dryness. If you are concerned about it, consult your doctor for moisturizing and cooling.

After 1 to 2 weeks [Laser spot removal].

The scab will stay on for 1-2 weeks after laser irradiation; after about 10-14 days, the scab will naturally peel off to reveal new pink skin. At this time, the spots are less noticeable,Many people can feel the effects of treatment.I am sure you will.

After 1 month

In some cases, hyperpigmentation may occur in the affected area two weeks to one month after the spot removal laser treatment. This is called post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, which is caused by irradiation damage and is different from the original pigmentation.Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation peaks around 1 month after treatmentThe first time you see the hair, you may be worried that you have failed. You may be worried that you may have failed, but you should wait and see how it progresses, as it will fade naturally after that.

After 3 to 6 months [Laser spot removal].

Three to six months after laser irradiation, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation settles down andBlemishes become almost invisible.The spots may not fade. However, in cases where melasma is latent in the irradiated area, the spots may not fade. If melasma is latent, it is necessary to reconsider other treatments, mainly oral therapy.

Does it affect the process after spot removal laser? Key Points of Care

Here are some important aftercare tips after laser blemish removal. Check out what you should pay attention to, as it will affect the course of the blemish removal laser.

Apply ointment as directed.

シミ取りレーザー後は、炎症を抑えるため、冷却したりリンデロンなどのステロイドを外用したりすることがほとんどです。湿潤環境を保つことが大切なので、炎症が続く間は処方されたワセリンやステロイド軟膏でケアしましょう。

湿潤環境を保つには、Applying protective tape (hydrocolloid) is another useful methodIt is. For this reason, protective tape is often applied after treatment. In addition to maintaining a moist environment, the tape also protects the affected area from external stimuli. The tape can be left in place even when washing the face or taking a bath.

Provide adequate sun protection

Avoid sun exposure as it causes hyperpigmentation. Even spots that have been treated and faded,Becomes more noticeable when sunburned.The sun can be a problem. Careful sun protection is important if you want to get the most out of your treatment.

Makeup is recommended after skin condition returns.

Makeup can be applied on the day of treatment. However, the irritation from makeup may cause the spots to darken, so if possible, wait until after the skin condition returns to normal. As mentioned above, there is a downtime of 1-2 weeks for the Q-switched ruby laser and a few days to 2 weeks for the Picospot. If you want to avoid makeup after a spot removal laser,Set a date for the treatment in anticipation of this period.。

When washing face and showering, be gentle and do not rub.

Facial washing and showering can be done on the day of treatment, as can makeup. However, the irradiated area is more susceptible to irritation, so wash off gently and avoid rubbing. Also, for delicate skin after laser spot removal,Moisturizing is also importantAfter washing your face, moisturize your skin with a lotion that is designed to stimulate the skin. After washing your face, moisturize carefully with a lotion that is designed to prevent irritation.

Work can be done as usual.

「治療後は仕事を休んだほうが良いの？」と疑問に思う方もいるでしょう。シミ取りレーザー治療後はかさぶたができますが、基本的に普段どおりに仕事をしてかまいません。

ただし、紫外線を多く浴びる外仕事の方は、いつも以上にしっかりと日焼け対策をしましょう。また、講演など人前で話す仕事をしていてマスクを使いにくい場合は、かさぶたが乾燥していればコンシーラーを塗る隠し方もあります。しかし基本的には、Consider the timing of your treatment so that downtime does not coincide with your big day!。

Combined use of oral and ointment medications is also a method.

飲み薬などを併用して、シミや炎症後色素沈着、潜んでいた肝斑を薄くする方法もあります。ビタミンC・ビタミンE・トラネキサム酸の飲み薬のほか、ハイドロキノン・トレチノインなどの塗り薬がよく用いられます。

シミ取り治療では、この内服療法がとても大切です。YAYOI CLINICでは、プレメディケーションという形で、内服療法（ビタミンC・ビタミンE・トラネキサム酸）をシミ取りの最低1ヶ月前から開始していただいています。プレメディケーションにより、炎症後色素沈着の可能性を減らせるとされています。なお、理想的な内服療法の開始時期は、3 months prior to spot removal laserIt is.

Is this going well? Progress of spot removal laser

*Image is for reference only.

Some people may be concerned about whether their progress is going well after spot removal laser treatment, or whether it is okay that their spots are not disappearing. Here are two cases in which people who have undergone treatment are likely to be concerned.

The color darkened without scabbing.

In some cases, despite the laser irradiation, the color darkens without scabbing over. In this case, there is no need to worry too much, as the color will fade slowly over a period of up to six months. If you want to fade the color quickly, please refer to theContinuous use of oral and ointment medicationswould be a good idea.

The scab peels off and remains black.

After the scab naturally peels off, new pink-colored skin usually appears. In rare cases, however, dark-colored skin may appear. This is a symptom seen when a scab is forcibly peeled off or when post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation occurs. In this case,Talk with your doctor about aftercare, such as oral and ointment medications.Let's do it.

Conclusion

シミ取りレーザー後の経過は、治療内容により異なります。しかしどの施術を受けた場合も、アフターケアは重要です。とにかくこすらないこと、日焼けを避けることを意識し、飲み薬や塗り薬の併用も検討しましょう。ご自身の症状を、インターネット上にある症例画像と比較して不安になることもあるかもしれません。しかし、かさぶたにならないケースなどもあるため、不安に思ったらまずは医師に相談してみると良いでしょう。

広島の美容皮膚科・美容内科・美容外科・アートメイク YAYOI CLINIC（ヤヨイクリニック）では、お肌、お体、お顔のお悩み別に治療法をご紹介しています。
皆さまにより良い選択肢をご提案できますよう一人ひとりのお肌の状態を見極め、治療期間やご予算、ダウンタイムの許容範囲などご希望に合わせた治療方針を立案していく考えです。
お悩みのある方は、まずはカウンセリングにお越しください。

【治療の内容】IPL（フォトフェイシャル）
【当院採用機器】セレックV
【治療期間および回数】2～4週間おき、計3～10回程度
【費用】全顔1回 ¥21,780
【リスク・副作用等】痛み、皮膚の損傷、色素沈着、傷跡、過度の浮腫、紅斑、紫斑など
【使用機器について】
Cellec V treatment includes procedures using unapproved drugs or medical devices in Japan.
・治療に用いる医薬品および医療機器は、当クリニックの医師の判断のもと、Jeisy Medical Incより個人輸入手続きを行ったものです。
個人輸入における注意すべき医薬品等に関する情報は、下記をご参照ください。
　　https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance.
・諸外国における安全性等に係る情報。以下の認証を取得しています。
CE(2018.10)MFDS(2017.8)
There is a possibility that serious risks, side effects, etc. have not been identified.
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief Program.

【治療の内容】Ｑスイッチルビーレーザー
【当院採用機器】Ｑスイッチルビーレーザー
【治療期間および回数】通常1回
【費用】シミ取り1ショット ¥1,500 施術料 ¥10,000、シミ取り放題 ¥98,000
【リスク・副作用等】赤み、痛み、点状出血、色素沈着
【使用機器について】
・Ｑスイッチルビーレーザーの治療には、国内未承認医薬品または医療機器を用いた施術が含まれます。
・治療に用いる医薬品および医療機器は、当クリニックの医師の判断のもと、Jeisy Medical Incより個人輸入手続きを行ったものです。
・個人輸入における注意すべき医薬品等に関する情報は、下記をご参照ください。
　　https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
機械器具(31) 医療用焼灼器　高度管理医療機器 ルビーレーザー（36189000）
特定保守管理医療機器 設置管理医療機器　ザ・ルビー Z1 Nexus
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance.
・医療機器承認番号:30200BZX00022000
There is a possibility that serious risks, side effects, etc. have not been identified.
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief Program.

【治療の内容】 QスイッチNd:YAGレーザー（レーザートーニング）
【当院採用機器】トライビームプレミアム
【治療期間および回数】週1回、計5～6回程度
【費用】1回 ¥21,780
【リスク・副作用等】赤み、炎症後色素沈着、瘢痕形成、色素脱失など
【使用機器について】
TriBeam Premium treatments include procedures using domestically unapproved drugs or medical devices.
・治療に用いる医薬品および医療機器は、当クリニックの医師の判断のもと、Jeisy Medical Incより個人輸入手続きを行ったものです。
・個人輸入における注意すべき医薬品等に関する情報は、下記をご参照ください。
　　https://www.yakubutsu.mhlw.go.jp/individualimport/purchase/index.html
There are no other domestically approved drugs with the same ingredients or performance.
In the unlikely event of serious side effects, the drug is not covered by the government's Adverse Drug Reactions Relief Program.

【治療の内容】ピコレーザー
【治療期間および回数】
・ピコトーニング：2週間〜1ヶ月おき、計5〜10回程度
・ピコフラクショナル：1ヶ月おき、計3〜10回程度
・ピコスポット：1回〜3回程度
【費用目安】
・ピコトーニング：1回 ¥5,000〜 ¥20,000程度
・ピコフラクショナル：1回 ¥15,000〜 ¥80,000程度
・ピコスポット：1回 ¥5,000〜 ¥30,000程度
【リスク・副作用等】赤み、腫れ、色素沈着など
※当院ではこちらの施術の取り扱いはございません。