Stretch Marks Treatment Post Care

Post Op Care Instructions after Stretch Marks Treatment

• Your skin may look like sun burn (red) or can even feel warmer after the treatment. Do not rub your skin vigorously.
• Your skin may look or feel tighter as it was before. This is because of the cell renewing and rejuvenation.
• Use sunscreen liberally while going out in the sun and avoid direct exposure to the sun.
• Re-apply sunscreen after every 2 hours on the areas like armpits, thighs or knees, if you are longer in contact with the UV rays.
• Avoid saunas or steam/hot tubs for 1-2 weeks.
• Refrain from hot scorching showers.
• Avoid the use of aggressive skin care products or strong deodorants on the area like armpits for few days after stretch marks treatment.
• Patients, who have oily skin, may have the chances of acne breakouts. Do not pop the acne.
• Once the redness has resolved, skin may appear dry. Use the intensive rich moisturizer on the dry skin.
• If you are using any topical medications then after using it, wash the hands properly to avoid the contact with the eyes.
• In case of chemical peels for stretch marks, there may be scabbing or shedding of the dead skin cells after the treatment. Do not pick or scratch them.