Fall is often referred to as “laser season” in aesthetics. While laser treatments can technically be performed year-round, the cooler months are considered the ideal time to begin or resume treatments. Here’s why:
Reduced UV Exposure
Lasers create controlled micro-injuries in the skin, which initiates a natural healing response. During this process, the skin becomes more sensitive to UV light, making sun exposure a leading risk factor for complications such as hyperpigmentation or delayed healing. In the fall and winter, patients are less likely to be outdoors for extended periods, and UV intensity naturally decreases. This makes it significantly easier to protect the skin and achieve optimal outcomes.
Addressing Cumulative Summer Damage
Despite diligent sunscreen use, most patients experience increased pigmentation, freckles, redness, or vascular changes from sun exposure during the summer months. Treatments such as BBL HERO® (BroadBand Light), Moxi®, or fractional resurfacing lasers directly target this sun-induced damage, improving skin tone and restoring a more uniform complexion. Beginning treatments in the fall allows patients to correct this seasonal damage before it becomes more permanent.
Improved Healing Conditions
Cooler weather reduces the likelihood of heat-related swelling and irritation after treatment. Patients also tend to wear more protective clothing and spend more time indoors, minimizing environmental stressors and promoting a smoother recovery process.
Optimal Timing for Treatment Series
Many laser protocols require multiple sessions, spaced weeks apart, to achieve full results. Starting in the fall provides the opportunity to complete a treatment series during the low-UV months, ensuring skin is well-healed and radiant by spring and summer.
Preparing for Holiday and Year-End Events
Patients who initiate laser treatments in September or October often see visible improvements by the holiday season. This timing aligns with common goals such as looking refreshed for photos, gatherings, and special occasions.
Clinical Takeaway
Fall is the safest and most effective time to perform laser treatments due to reduced sun exposure, improved recovery conditions, and the opportunity to correct seasonal skin damage. At NeoSkin, we tailor each treatment plan to the patient’s skin type, concerns, and lifestyle to maximize results and safety.
If you’ve been considering laser treatments, autumn is the ideal time to begin. Schedule a consultation with our team to develop a customized plan for your skin.