Short answer: be gentle, avoid adding new irritating products, protect the treated skin from the sun and follow the specific instructions given by your clinician. Recovery varies with the treatment settings and individual skin response, so RedTouch Pro should not be described as having no downtime for everyone.
The treatment day and first 24 hours
- Do not rub, scratch, scrub or use a device on the treated area.
- Cleanse and use products according to the instructions given for your treatment.
- Avoid intense heat or activities that irritate the skin if your care team advises this.
- If a change concerns you, take a clear photograph and note when it began and which products were used.
Temporary redness, warmth, mild swelling or sensitivity can occur. The intensity and duration differ between people and treatment settings.
Cleansing and skincare
The general principle is to keep care gentle and minimise new variables. Avoid introducing exfoliating acids, scrubs or several active ingredients at once until advised. If your clinician provides a specific product, use it in the stated way and for the stated period.
Sun protection is part of the result
The American Academy of Dermatology recommends sun protection after acne-scar treatment to help reduce the chance of treated skin becoming darker. General advice includes a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher, used as directed, and avoiding tanning while the skin recovers.
When to contact the clinic
- Pain, burning, swelling or redness that is increasing rather than settling.
- Blisters, wounds, thick crusting, discharge or changes that may indicate infection.
- A clear darkening or lightening of skin, or a mark that is spreading.
- For a severe allergic reaction such as breathing difficulty or facial swelling, seek emergency help.
This list is not exhaustive. Contact the treating team earlier whenever the response differs from the instructions you received.
How to make follow-up measurable
Use photographs with similar angle, distance, lighting and camera, and avoid filters. Record the treatment date, settings documented in the medical record, recovery symptoms and product changes. Collagen remodelling takes time, so assessment should follow the interval recommended by the clinician rather than the first few days.
Sources
- American Academy of Dermatology: skin care after acne-scar treatment.
- American Academy of Dermatology: laser treatment for scars and home care.
- Review of nonablative 675-nm laser technology. Dermatologic Clinics. 2024.
Instructions from your treating clinician take priority over general information on this page.
