• Immediately after your treatment most patients will experience a clinical endpoint of erythema (redness) for 1-3 days, however for more aggressive treatments this may last longer. Slight to moderate edema (swelling) and mild to moderate sunburn sensation are also common post treatment and may last 1-3 days. Skin may crust and peel for 2-7 days depending on the treatment setting. 
• Skin may feel warm and tighter than usual 
• Skin may crust and peel for 3-7 days after treatment
• Redness and swelling may last for 3-4 days Post-treatment 

Instructions 

• Before discharge a topical ointment may be applied to the face, no bandages or wraps are necessary. You may be given samples of a topical balm to use for the 3 days after the procedure or you may apply aquaphor if you chose.
• Makeup may not be worn for 24 hours after the procedure. If there are no areas with active oozing and warm redness, makeup may be applied after this time. 
• You may resume the use of your usual skin care products (usually 2-3 days). Retinoids may be used 5-7 days after treatment. 
• There are no restrictions on bathing except to treat the skin gently, avoid scrubbing or trauma to the treated areas, as if you had a sunburn.
• Avoid sun exposure to reduce the chance of hyperpigmentation (darker pigmentation). 
• The use of zinc oxide sunblock spf 30 at all times after 24-48 hours. 
• Multiple treatments over a period of several months may be required to achieve the desired response. 

You will notice immediate as well as longer term improvements in your skin. The time for skin cell turnover is 28 days so most people will begin to see increased results after this time.