What should you know about fractional laser for wrinkles?

Wrinkles reflect changes in collagen, elasticity, hydration, facial movement, and sun exposure. Fractional laser is generally considered for selected fine lines and uneven texture; deeper folds or movement-related lines may need a different approach or combination plan.

The clinician should examine the face, eyelids, neck, or other proposed areas and review skin sensitivity, pigmentation history, active acne or dermatitis, cold sores, medicines, and recent tanning. These details influence settings and recovery advice.

Use the recommended sun protection and pause only the skincare products your clinician names. Tell them about previous resurfacing, injectables, peels, or medicines that could affect irritation or healing.

Expect treated skin to feel warm and appear red or swollen, with dryness or a sandpaper-like texture as it recovers. Do not peel flakes away. Follow cleansing and moisturising instructions, and restart active products only when cleared.

Report worsening pain, marked swelling, blisters, pus, spreading redness, or fever. Urgent assessment is needed for eye pain, vision change, or swelling that interferes with breathing. Persistent pigment change should be reviewed before further treatment.

Are my lines mainly fine-surface wrinkles or movement-related folds?

What treatment intensity and recovery period do you recommend for my skin tone?

When may I safely resume retinoids, acids, makeup, and sun exposure?