Following an in-office treatment, skin is often sensitive, red and in an ultra-vulnerable state, which is why the products you use during this time are so important. Using high-quality, well-formulated skin care can make or break your recovery— that’s where EltaMD’s new UV Skin Recovery Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Face Sunscreen ($50-$52) comes in. If you’re looking for a brand to trust with delicate post-procedure skin EltaMD is a safe bet as the number one dermatologist-recommended, trusted and personally used professional sunscreen brand.
Perfect for post-procedure skin
Any dermatologist will tell you that wearing sunscreen is the number one rule following a procedure. Additionally, many people are worried about the redness that can result from a procedure. EltaMD UV Skin Recovery addresses both issues, making it the perfect post-procedure partner.
“After procedures such as fractional laser resurfacing, protecting the skin from UV exposure and minimizing post-procedure redness are top priorities,” says board-certified New York dermatologist Arash Akhavan, MD. “The UV Skin Recovery formula is the perfect post-procedure solution because it addresses both concerns effectively. It provides broad-spectrum protection with 12.9 percent zinc oxide, shielding the skin from harmful UV rays.”
“Additionally, it features two percent AAComplex, a patented blend of three amino acids that helps restore the skin barrier and reduce redness,” says Dr. Akhavan. “The formula also includes Centella Asiatica and a nourishing ceramide blend, which work together to reinforce the skin’s natural barrier, minimizing future damage and sensitivity.”
Why SPF is crucial post-procedure
“Many of our rejuvenating procedures work by activating the body’s natural healing pathways to generate collagen and resurface the skin. For example, laser resurfacing creates micro-injuries in the skin to stimulate collagen production,” says Dr. Akhavan. The UV exposure can slow the healing process, increase inflammation and lead to suboptimal results.
“Additionally, because the skin is in an inflamed and vulnerable state post-procedure, it is more susceptible to sun damage. Without proper sun protection, patients are at a higher risk of developing hyperpigmentation and other complications,” says Dr. Akhavan. “Using a high-quality, broad-spectrum UV blocker such as UV Skin Recovery is essential for protecting the results of their procedure and ensuring optimal healing.”
The proof is in the testing
“I love that this product was clinically tested on skin treated with non-ablative lasers, with no adverse events reported, making it a safe and trusted choice for our patients,” says Dr. Akhavan.
Go green to cancel out redness
UV Skin Recovery comes in standard untinted and a color-correcting green tint. “The green-tinted version of UV Skin Recovery is ideal for immediately neutralizing redness following a procedure. Patients love that we can offer a solution to reduce visible redness before they leave our office after treatments like laser resurfacing,” says Dr. Akhavan. “It’s a quick, effective way to help them feel more comfortable and confident post-procedure.”
UV Skin Recovery Broad Spectrum SPF 50 is exclusively available through certified EltaMD Skin Health Professionals and EltaMD.com.
