Why Fall Is The Best Time for Laser Treatments

As the weather cools down and we say goodbye to summer, fall becomes the perfect season to refresh and rejuventate your skin. When it comes to laser treatments, timing is everything, and fall offers ideal conditions for achieving the best results. Here’s why fall is the prime time for scheduling laser treatments.

“No matter how good your sun protection is, we accumulate photodamage after a long summer. Laser often offers the best way to rejuvenate your skin, correct the damage and offer a glow up before the holiday season,” notes Rhett Kent, MD, a double board-certified physician in internal medicine and dermatology at Forefront Dermatology.

Less Sun Exposure 

A big reason fall is ideal for laser treatments is the reduction in sun exposure. After a summer spent outdoors, your skin has likely had its fill of the sun’s harmful rays. Many laser treatments, such as those for hair removal, skin resurfacing or pigmentation require limited sun exposure before and after the procedure. In many regions you naturally spend more time indoors and cover up more, making it easier to protect your skin from UV rays and prevent complications like hyperpigmentation or delayed healing.

Recovery That Fits Your Routine

With cooler temperatures and fewer outdoor activities, fall provides a gentler environment for recovery. After a laser session, your skin is more sensitive and requires extra care. The heat and sun of summer can be harsh on treated skin, while mild fall weather allows for more comfortable recovery. You’re also likely to wear more layers, which can protect treated areas with minimal effort.

“After laser therapy, your skin is hot and walking outside to cooler temperatures just feels good. The reduced sun exposure in our region also make it easier for skin to recover after laser treatments. It’s one of the best times of year to safely correct summer damage and restore a healthy glow,” notes Dr. Rhett Kent.

Prepping Skin for Winter 

Fall is the perfect season to address damage from summer sun exposure and prepare your skin for winter. Laser treatments can target issues like sunspots, uneven pigmentation, and skin texture, helping repair the damage caused by summer’s intense UV rays. By improving your skin’s overall health in the fall, you’ll be ahead of the game when the dry winter months arrive.

Make the Most of the Season

Fall is the ideal time to focus on skin renewal under your dermatologist’s guidance. If you’re considering laser treatments, schedule a consultation with your Forefront Dermatology team to create a plan that helps your skin look and feel its best.

Call your local Forefront office to start your fall refresh today.