The Vbeam pulsed dye laser system is designed to safely and effectively treat a multitude of vascular skin conditions, including rosacea, facial veins, scars, and red spots. Optimal results may require multiple treatments.
Cold Sores: If you have a history of cold sores, ask us about pre-care instructions.
Important PreTreatment Step
Avoid Sun for 4-6 Weeks Before Treatment: Tan skin cannot be treated with a Vbeam device as you risk burning the skin. Therefore, please take special care to avoid the sun and tanning beds on the area to be treated for 4-6 weeks before treatment. Wear broad-spectrum sun protection with SPF 30 or higher on any exposed area every day.
Avoid alcohol or taking Asprin for 3 Days Before Treatment to reduce the amount of post-procedure swelling.
Side Effects
The intensity and duration of your side effects depend on the treatment aggressiveness and your individual healing characteristics but they usually can last up to a few days after treatment.
- Swelling: You will notice most of the swelling the first morning after treatment, particularly under the eyes. Swelling usually lasts two to three days. To minimize swelling:o Apply cold compresses to the treatment area for 10 minutes every hour
o Sleep elevated the first night. Use as many pillows as you can tolerate
o Taking antihistamines (Claritin or Zyrtec) for five days may also decrease swelling - Redness: Most redness resolves during the first few hours after treatment, but a rosy ‘glow’ can remain for several weeks. If you wish, you can apply makeup immediately after treatment to minimize the redness.
- Pain: Tylenol may be taken to reduce pain if necessary.
- Crusting/Scabbing: If a crust or scab develops, allow it to fall off on its own. Do not pick at the area. Keep the area moist until the crust falls off.
After Treatment Skin Care
- Avoid Excessive Heat: For 2 days post-treatment, avoid partaking in activities that will heat up your skin, such as going in a hot tub/Jacuzzi/sauna, or strenuous exercise.
- Skin Care Products: All of your skin care products should be non-irritating and non-clogging for the first week. Please do not use any scrubs, toners, glycolic acid, retinoids (RetinA or retinol), or bleaching creams (hydroquinone) until your skin has healed.
- Sunscreen: Proper and frequent application of sunscreen is very important. The sunscreen should offer broadband protection (UVA and UVB) and have a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more. You should apply sunscreen 20 minutes before going outside, and again, immediately before. After that, reapply your sunscreen every 2 hours. If direct sun exposure is necessary, wear a hat and clothing that covers the treated area. Use this regimen during the healing period and always.
If you have any additional questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call!
