When the days grow shorter and sunny days grow fewer and further between, that can only mean one thing: winter has arrived in Florida.
For many of us, this cooler, darker season can feel a bit dreary, but there are some things to love about winter. For one thing, it’s the perfect time of year to schedule any laser treatments you’ve been considering, like IPL or CO2 resurfacing. Nowhere is this more true than in our very own Sunshine State!
Improve Pigmentation
The Florida sun can have detrimental effects on skin tone. While taking precautions like wearing sunscreen can help, years of cumulative sun exposure may still lead to sun spots and uneven pigmentation. In the winter, your skin gets a break from the harsh sun, making this a great season to address any skin tone concerns.
IPL treatment, also known as a photofacial, is especially effective for sun spots and discoloration. This popular anti-aging treatment uses light, instead of true lasers, to heat your skin. The secret is that only the overly pigmented cells are affected by the treatment. The heat triggers your body to destroy them naturally. Any skin cells that are left behind are healthy, fresh, and more evenly pigmented.
IPL does leave your skin a bit sensitive for several days. It’s important to stay out of the sun as you recover, and that’s a whole lot easier to do in the winter. This is especially the case if, like many clients, you need several treatments to get the results you desire. By the time the sun peeks out again in the spring, you’ll be finished with your laser spa treatments and ready to share your fresh new face with the world.
Smooth Out Rough Skin Texture
Is your skin feeling a bit rough? Maybe you have some enlarged pores that call more attention to themselves than you’d like, or perhaps you have patches of dry, scaly skin that make makeup look cakey and overly matte. Skin texture concerns come in many forms, but they are almost always made worse by sun exposure.
When you treat your textured skin in winter, the results tend to be more pronounced. This is because, in addition to receiving the benefits of treatment, your skin is also enjoying a seasonal break from UV exposure.
So, what’s the best winter laser treatment Orlando residents can rely on for smoother skin texture? Photofractional treatments are a popular choice. This protocol combines IPL with another laser-based treatment called ResurFX. In combination, these treatments address many sources of texture, including fine lines, large pores, and raised bumps. They also work to reduce uneven skin tone, which is important since changes in tone and texture often occur together in the Sunshine State.
Skin Tone Loss
Skin tone is one of those things that disappears slowly… then all at once. While years of sun exposure do tend to slowly contribute to a loss of skin tone over the years, clients often have a moment at which they suddenly realize their skin isn’t as taut as it used to be. And all too often, this moment comes at the end of the summer, when you finally have a second to regroup and rethink your skincare routine.
The good news is that improving your skin tone no longer requires going under the knife. There are several laser spa treatments that can tighten and tone aging skin. Most take some time, and often several treatments, to work, which is why it’s nice to start pursuing treatment in the winter months.
CO2 laser resurfacing is one of our top recommendations for skin tone concerns. This treatment was originally developed for the treatment of skin cancer, but practitioners soon realized it has a long list of other benefits. It can help ease the appearance of wrinkles by stimulating collagen production. It can also address sun spots, texture concerns, and even precancerous lesions.
CO2 laser resurfacing works by removing thin layers of your outer skin. Naturally, these laser spa treatments leave your skin very sensitive for several days post-treatment, so not having to contend with the harsh summer sun is definitely an advantage.
Most clients who opt for CO2 laser resurfacing need between two and four treatments, spaced several weeks apart, to achieve their desired level of toning. So, again, you can start in early winter and be finished by spring.
Whether you’re most interested in CO2 laser treatments, photofractional treatments, or an IPL photofacial, Florida residents can count on Balance MedSpa to offer personalized, custom care. We have an in-depth understanding of how the sun affects the skin, and we can help you win back a younger, more energized look. Contact us soon to schedule a consultation or to learn more about why winter is the best time for skin resurfacing.