Wintertime Is the Best Time for Laser Treatments

“Summer bodies are made in the winter.” We’re pretty sure you’ve heard that statement. However, it usually refers to toning and fat loss, yet it can also refer to smooth skin.

Indeed, winter is the perfect time to get your laser treatments. Although it sounds odd to schedule your laser skin treatments now—considering summer is a few months away—there are several valid reasons to do so.

There’s Less Exposure to the Sun

The standard rule for any laser treatment is this: Don’t expose your skin to the sun for at least two weeks before the treatment. Also, you must stay indoors for four to six weeks for the treatment to be effective. This means that you should restrict your time in the sun for at least eight weeks as you prepare, receive, and recuperate from the treatment.

This makes the winter period perfect for the treatment. Because of its typical shorter days and longer nights, not to mention below freezing temperatures and snow, you’re less likely to be getting more sun. In fact, most people spend 90% of their time indoors during winter, providing ideal conditions for recovery. Besides that, the sun is usually less powerful during the winter than in summer.

Your Skin Is Much Healthier

Our laser hair removal treatment works best when there’s a great contrast between skin and hair color. During summer, most patients tend to get tans or sunburns, which affect the contrast and potentially alter the treatment’s results.

Also, during summer, the sun’s ferocity makes your skin more susceptible to photodamage, implying that it’s harder for it to heal from the treatment fully. So, in order to achieve the perfect look, we recommend getting the treatment during the winter months before the weather becomes warmer and your skin changes from its natural color.

You’ll Have Adequate Time to See Positive Changes

Some treatments—for instance, laser hair removal treatments—require several sessions to see the desired results. It’s important to note that since our laser treatment is appropriate when your hair is in the growth phase, you may require several additional treatments to remove all the unwanted hair.

Therefore, if you start your treatment during the winter your skin and legs will be ready for the summer.

The Treatment Will Help You Feel Rejuvenated

For some, the winter season comes with winter blues. Instead of feeling down or isolated, use this opportunity to pamper yourself. Effective treatment will boost your confidence and revive your spirit during this “dark” period where unhappiness runs rampant. The self-care may even snowball and cause other significant life changes that can improve your overall well-being.

It May Heal Your Skin

Cold weather can cause excessive dry spots or worsen conditions like eczema. Similarly, lingering damage from previous seasons can cause premature aging.

Rather than letting damaged or dead skin linger, schedule a laser treatment. Treatments such as skin resurfacing can increase collagen production to firm and moisturize your skin.

If you’re looking to have more vibrant-looking skin that’s perfect for summer, schedule an appointment with us. Blush and Grey is a local Colorado Springs med spa that provides medical-grade facials and chemical peels, laser hair removal, and fillers/Botox.