You must avoid sun exposure for 48 hours following the procedure. The only exposure that is recommended is going to and from work with sunblock on and a hat. No long-term exposure i.e. walking, hiking, swimming, etc.
Wear sunscreens with SPF 45 or higher and sun protective clothing i.e. wide-brimmed hats for up to a week after the procedure.
Wash area with gentle cleansers and apply moisturizers multiple times a day with Aquaphor Ointment or CeraVe Healing Ointment until all peeling is resolved.
The most common side effects include scaling/crusting, redness, itching, stinging, and swelling. Please notify the office immediately if you are experiencing any severe side effects at 770-674-6813.