Your eyes will be protected with safety shields or glasses. Typically, there is no need for a topical anesthetic, however, your provider may choose to use some on more sensitive areas. You may feel a quick, warm sensation as the light is absorbed by the targeted area.

Your procedure may take a few minutes to half an hour, depending on the size of the area to be treated. This is a non-invasive and gentle procedure with virtually no downtime. In most cases, you are able to apply makeup, return to work, and resume most of your activities immediately.

You may experience some redness that should resolve within a few hours. Your treated skin will feel smoother, pores will be less noticeable, and sunspots or uneven pigmentation will fade. It is important to follow your provider’s post treatment plan. Your provider will give you more information on what to expect as well as give you an aftercare plan that will involve avoiding direct sun exposure and using sunscreen.