Tetra Pro CO₂ Laser Aftercare Instructions

CoolPeel® vs Deeper Resurfacing
Treatment Type	CoolPeel®	Deeper Resurfacing
Sensation	Warm, sunburn-like for 1–24 h	Heat, tightness, mild oozing 1–2 d
Skin Changes	Pink → dry/flaky 1–3 days, tiny bumps	Bronze micro-crusts, redness 1–2 weeks
Downtime	Minimal, makeup after 24 h	5–14 days, makeup after ~7 days
Results	Glow in 3–5 days; collagen 3 months	Results in 2–6 weeks; collagen up to 6 months
# of Sessions	2–4 sessions	Often 1–2, sometimes more

Apply cold compresses (10 min on/off) as needed for heat.
Cleanse gently with non-foaming cleanser that evening.
Moisturize with thin hydrator (HA-based or barrier gel); no thick ointments or Vaseline.
Avoid sun, heat, workouts, actives, and makeup for 24 h.
No direct sun or tanning for 4 weeks; use SPF 50+ sunscreen when healing allows.

Reapply light moisturizer every few hours, ideally with hyaluronic acid (HA).
Avoid active skincare for 2-3 days.
Light flaking is normal - do not pick.
Resume SPF once skin is dry and pink (~24 h).

Vinegar soaks: 1 tbsp white vinegar + 1 cup cool water, 10 min 3-4× daily first 2–3 days.
Pat dry and reapply light hyaluronic acid (HA) moisturizer after soaks.
Keep skin moist but not greasy.
Avoid workouts, pools, saunas, and makeup until skin is fully healed (~7-10 days).
Resume gentle skincare once crusting resolves; wait 2+ weeks for retinoids or acids.