The use of laser resurfacing for cutaneous rejuvenation has become an important tool in the
modern dermatologist’s armamentarium. To ensure a successful outcome, proper preoperative
and postoperative skin care is essential. Incorporating cosmeceuticals into the
perioperative skin care regimen can promote a better overall patient experience by hastening
postoperative healing, reducing common side effects, and enhancing overall rejuvenation.
This article aims to explore the use of various cosmeceuticals in conjunction with
laser resurfacing procedures. In particular, the overall mechanisms of action behind each
selected therapy will be discussed, followed by a brief discussion of the existing literature
on each agent’s use with laser resurfacing. Theoretical considerations and a limited body
of evidence suggest a potential benefit for the use of these agents in conjunction with laser
resurfacing procedures; however, further placebo-controlled studies are needed to truly
confirm these benefits.
Semin Cutan Med Surg 30:156-162 © 2011 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.The use of laser resurfacing for cutaneous rejuvenation has become an important tool in the
modern dermatologist’s armamentarium. To ensure a successful outcome, proper preoperative
and postoperative skin care is essential. Incorporating cosmeceuticals into the
perioperative skin care regimen can promote a better overall patient experience by hastening
postoperative healing, reducing common side effects, and enhancing overall rejuvenation.
This article aims to explore the use of various cosmeceuticals in conjunction with
laser resurfacing procedures. In particular, the overall mechanisms of action behind each
selected therapy will be discussed, followed by a brief discussion of the existing literature
on each agent’s use with laser resurfacing. Theoretical considerations and a limited body
of evidence suggest a potential benefit for the use of these agents in conjunction with laser
resurfacing procedures; however, further placebo-controlled studies are needed to truly
confirm these benefits.
Semin Cutan Med Surg 30:156-162 © 2011 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.